Updated — In Audiobooks → Streaming, Storytel is available Direct. It’s an international audiobook and eBook subscription with a 30‑day Storytel free trial. Expect global hits alongside local‑language catalogs and Storytel Originals. It’s a strong pick for multilingual readers who want more than the usual U.S. selection.
Key details
| Service | Storytel |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Direct |
| Trial available | Yes |
| Trial length | 30 days |
| Trial type | Standard |
| Credit card required | Yes |
| After the trial | $14.99/month |
| Included plan(s) | Unlimited |
Start your free trial
What you get with the Storytel free trial
The Storytel free trial gives you 30 days to explore an international catalog of audiobooks and eBooks under the Unlimited plan. It’s a standard trial, requires a credit card, and renews at $14.99/month if you keep listening after the trial ends.
- International focus: access audiobooks and eBooks beyond the U.S. market.
- Content examples: global bestsellers like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Atomic Habits, plus local‑language catalogs and Storytel Originals.
- Format flexibility: listen or read, and on many titles switch with “Storytel Reader” sync between audiobook and eBook.
- Simple access: sign up Direct with the official link and start your Storytel free trial right away.
If you value breadth across languages or want to mix reading and listening, the Storytel free trial is an easy way to test how its catalog fits your routine.
Who the trial is best for
Multilingual readers and listeners will get the most out of the Storytel free trial. The service specializes in international catalogs, including local‑language selections and Storytel Originals. If you’re primarily after the latest U.S. bestsellers, be aware the selection is more limited than Audible.
Audiobooks and eBooks in one place
With Storytel, you can listen to audiobooks or read the eBook version when available. Many titles support “Storytel Reader” sync, so you can move between listening and reading without losing your place. During your Storytel free trial, try both formats on a few titles to see which suits you best at different times of day.
International flavor, familiar hits
Storytel launched in the U.S. in 2021, but its DNA is global. You’ll find local‑language catalogs and Storytel Originals alongside well‑known books such as The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Atomic Habits. The Storytel free trial lets you sample that mix and decide if its international scope matches your taste.
Cancel or manage your plan
Storytel audiobook free trial
The Storytel audiobook free trial lasts 30 days under the Unlimited plan. It’s a standard offer and requires a credit card. After the trial, the plan renews at $14.99/month unless you cancel. Use the Direct link above to start your Storytel free trial and sample both audiobooks and eBooks.
listen to audiobooks with Storytel free
You can listen to audiobooks with Storytel free during the 30‑day trial. Because it’s a standard trial, billing begins automatically at $14.99/month after 30 days. To avoid charges, cancel your Storytel free trial before your 30th day if you decide it isn’t for you.
cancel Storytel trial before billing
The free trial is available on Direct only. Yes, you can cancel the Storytel free trial before billing starts. Use the Direct manage/cancel link above to end the trial in time if you don’t want to be charged.
Make the most of your 30 days
- Try a mix of formats: test audiobook listening and eBook reading on the same title where “Storytel Reader” sync is available.
- Explore languages: browse local‑language catalogs to see why Storytel stands out internationally.
- Sample Originals: look for Storytel Originals to get a feel for content you won’t typically find elsewhere.
- Check your calendar: note the end date so you can decide to keep or cancel your Storytel free trial before billing.
By the end of the Storytel free trial, you’ll know whether its international catalog and audiobook/eBook flexibility suit what and how you like to read.
More questions people ask
Does Storytel offer books in multiple languages?
Yes. Storytel specializes in international catalogs with content across multiple languages.
Are U.S. bestsellers included?
The selection is more limited than Audible, though you’ll still find global hits.
Can I switch between audiobook and eBook easily?
Yes. Many titles support “Storytel Reader” sync so you can move between listening and reading.
Updated 21/08/2025