Libro.fm

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Country: United States (US)
Founded: 2013
Developer: Libro.fm (employee-owned Social Purpose Corporation and Certified B Corp)
Pricing: Credit-based purchases with membership options
Open source: No
Platforms: iOS, Android, Web

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Audiobook Players

Overview

Libro.fm is an audiobook service that allows users to purchase audiobooks through selected independent bookstores, directing profits to those stores. It offers over 600,000 titles including bestsellers and bookseller recommendations, with purchases syncing immediately to the companion app for listening.¹² The platform targets audiobook listeners who prefer supporting local businesses over large corporate retailers.

Key Features

Bookstore Selection - Users choose an independent bookstore to support with each audiobook purchase.
Audiobook Syncing - Purchases from the website sync immediately to the mobile app for instant listening.
Tagging System - Custom and pre-existing tags organize audiobooks via the options menu.
Finished Tracking - Audiobooks auto-mark as finished on completion or manually via options.
Download Capability - Audiobooks download directly in the app for offline listening.
Bookmarks - Users add bookmarks to track listening positions.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
1 Credit	$14.99	One premium audiobook purchase
Monthly Membership	$14.99/mo	1 credit per month plus access to daily deals and sales
Annual Membership	$150/year	12 credits per year plus access to daily deals and sales

Platforms & Requirements

Libro.fm app available on iOS and Android for mobile listening with download support; web platform at libro.fm for browsing and purchases. No desktop native apps mentioned. Requires account login for syncing across devices.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Independent bookstore partnerships
Apple App Store purchases
Google Play Store app
Audiobook syncing across web and app
Email support at hello@libro.fm

Alternatives

App	Difference
Audible	Subscription-based with credits redeemable only through Amazon, not local stores.
Google Play Books	Offers audiobooks via Google ecosystem without bookstore profit-sharing.
Apple Books	Integrated with Apple devices, focuses on direct sales without indie store support.
Kobo Audiobooks	Tied to Kobo e-readers with some indie support but broader e-book focus.

Reputation

Libro.fm receives positive feedback for directing profits to independent bookstores and human customer support.¹² Users appreciate the ethical model and large catalog syncing. Some note limitations in in-app purchasing compared to web-based buying.

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