Book Tracker is free to download and try, with a generous set of features unlocked from day one. Pro removes the 5-book limit and unlocks a few power-user features. It’s a one-time purchase per platform, no subscription, all future updates included since 2019.
Free vs Pro — at a glance
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum library size | 5 books | Unlimited |
| Adding books: search online, manual entry, barcode scan (camera + Bluetooth) | ✅ (up to 5) | ✅ |
| Reading Statuses, Reading Timer, Live Activity, Dynamic Island | ✅ | ✅ |
| Notes, quotes, ratings, OCR for quotes | ✅ | ✅ |
| Reading Challenge & all statistics | ✅ | ✅ |
| Series, Tags, Categories, Positions (Location/Bookcase/Shelf) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Smart Lists | ✅ | ✅ |
| Widgets, Shortcuts, Siri, Control Center | ✅ | ✅ |
| Apple Watch app | ✅ | ✅ |
| Automatic + manual backups | ✅ | ✅ |
| iCloud sync across devices | ✅ | ✅ |
| Import library from Goodreads, StoryGraph, CSV, etc. | ❌ | ✅ |
| Export library to CSV, PDF, or backup file | ❌ | ✅ |
| Restore a backup | ✅ | ✅ |
| Custom app icons | ❌ | ✅ |
| Some advanced sidebar customizations | ✅ | ✅ |
The free tier is enough to test the app for real with a small selection of books. Once it fits your needs, Pro is the natural next step.
How to upgrade to Pro
Open Book Tracker → Settings → Upgrade to Pro (or tap any locked feature, like Import). The App Store purchase sheet appears with the price for your region. After purchase, all locks are removed immediately.
Tip Jar (optional)
If you’d like to support development beyond the Pro purchase, Book Tracker also includes a Tip Jar with five levels of optional one-time tips. Tips are entirely optional — none of them are required to unlock any feature. They’re a way to say “thanks” and help keep Book Tracker independent, ad-free, and subscription-free.