Try top audiobook and spoken-word apps before you pay — Audible, Audiobooks.com, Everand (Scribd), Kobo Plus, and more. Compare trial length, catalogs, and cancellation options.
Editor’s picks
Audible
Best-known audiobook library with Originals, best-sellers, podcasts, and a monthly credit model. Works on iOS, Android, web, and smart speakers.
Audiobooks.com
Large catalog with streaming and downloads. Good app experience; supports CarPlay and Android Auto.
Everand (Scribd)
All-you-can-read/listen experience: audiobooks, ebooks, mags, documents. Great for discovery and sampling a lot each month.
Kobo Plus (Audiobooks)
Subscription access to audiobook catalog with solid indie/intl selection. Best on Kobo eReaders/apps; also works on phones and tablets.
Barnes & Noble Audiobooks
Credit-based audiobook membership with a competitive store catalog. Simple app, easy search for best-sellers.
Blinkist (Summaries)
Non-fiction book summaries in audio and text. Great for quick learning and topic discovery.
Headway (Summaries)
Bite-size audio summaries with daily streaks and learning tracks. Good for habit-building.
Wondery+
Ad-free podcast network with exclusive series and early releases in the Wondery app and partner players.
Luminary
Subscription podcasts with exclusives and originals. If you’re into talk shows and narrative audio, worth sampling.
Pocket FM
Serialized fiction and audio series with premium unlocks. Trials/promos vary; good for bingeable stories.
How to pick the right audiobook free trial
For most people, the best audiobook free trial depends on catalog size, device support, and whether you prefer a credit-based system (Audible, B&N) or an “all you can listen” library (Everand/Scribd, Kobo Plus). If you want short non-fiction, Blinkist or Headway summaries are a fast way to learn. Podcast fans should test Wondery+ or Luminary for ad-free listening and exclusives.
FAQs
Do I keep audiobooks after the free trial?
Usually no for subscription libraries. Credit-based services often let you keep purchased titles. Always check your plan’s rules.
Can I cancel before I’m charged?
Yes—free trials can be canceled before the end date to avoid billing. You’ll typically keep access until the trial ends.