Audiobook service
BookBeat - prices and subscriptions
Audiobook and e-book service owned by Bonnier, known for its long free trials. In BookBeat the monthly hours cover both audiobooks and e-books, and extra profiles can be added affordably.
Catalog
Over a million titles
Founded
2015
Free trial
Up to 90 days free
Max users
5 users
Pros
- • Long free trial, up to 90 days
- • Affordable extra profiles (from 5.99 €/month)
- • Hours cover both audiobooks and e-books
- • No commitment period
Cons
- • No fully unlimited tier
Features
- Mobile app (iOS and Android)
- Download books in advance for offline use
- E-books included
- Kids content
- Car support (CarPlay and Android Auto)
BookBeat subscriptions
| Subscription | Price | Hours | Users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 10.99 €/mo | 20 h/mo | 5 users |
| Standard | 16.99 €/mo | 40 h/mo | 5 users |
| PremiumExtra profiles from 5.99 €/month, up to four extra profiles | 21.99 €/mo | 100 h/mo | 5 users |
Prices, hours and free trials may change. Check current details on the service's own pages. This page contains affiliate links.
About BookBeat
BookBeat is an audiobook and e-book service owned by the Bonnier group that draws new users with long free trials. There are three tiers: Basic 10.99 €/month (20 h), Standard 16.99 €/month (40 h) and Premium 21.99 €/month (100 h). A month's hours cover both audiobooks and e-books. The service suits families thanks to extra profiles, of which you can add up to four. There is no fully unlimited tier.
Who is BookBeat for?
BookBeat suits new users who want a long trial and flexible extra profiles in particular. Compare hours and prices against how much you listen, since the cheapest tier is not always the best value per hour used.
Frequently asked questions
How much does BookBeat cost?
The price of BookBeat depends on the chosen subscription tier. The cheapest tier suits occasional listening and the pricier tiers suit heavy users. See exact prices in the table above.
Does BookBeat have a free trial?
Yes. BookBeat offers new users a trial: Up to 90 days free. The trial can usually be cancelled before it ends, in which case no charge is made.
Is BookBeat good for families?
BookBeat can be used by up to 5 users. Check the table to see which tier allows concurrent use or extra profiles.
