Comparison · Readaily vs Bookly
Readaily vs Bookly: two reading timers, two philosophies
Bookly and Readaily are both reading-timer apps for iPhone and Android, with streaks, goals and statistics, and both show ads in their free versions. Bookly is a solo app with an AI reading assistant and Goodreads import; Readaily adds private book clubs, a follow-and-review social layer, an Apple Watch app and a cheaper Pro plan (US$0.99 a month versus US$4.99).
If you already know you want a reading timer, these two apps will both feel familiar: start a session, read, log the page, watch the stats grow. The differences are in what surrounds the timer.
At a glance
Checked in October 2026 against each app’s store listings. Prices are from the US App Store.
| Readaily | Bookly | |
|---|---|---|
| Reading timer | Yes, free | Yes |
| Streaks and goals | Daily goal and streak | Streaks; daily, monthly and yearly goals |
| Statistics | Pace, pages, time, calendar, yearly recap | Pace, pages, time, reports and infographics |
| Ads in the free version | Yes | Yes |
| Pro price | US$0.99/month or US$9.99/year | US$4.99/month, US$19.99/6 months or US$29.99/year |
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
| Book clubs | Private clubs: join 1 free, more with Pro | Not offered, per its listings |
| Social | Follow readers, activity feed, reviews | Share progress images, community readathons |
| AI assistant | No | Yes (recommendations) |
| Import from Goodreads | Not yet | Yes |
| Focus while reading | Focus on iPhone, Do Not Disturb on Android (Pro) | Ambient sounds |
| Apple Watch app | Yes | Not documented |
| App languages | 8 | 7 on iOS |
Sources: Bookly App Store and Google Play listings.
Where Bookly is better
- Goodreads import, if you are bringing a big library with you.
- An AI assistant for personalised recommendations.
- More goal types: monthly and yearly goals in hours, pages or books.
- Ambient sounds while you read.
Where Readaily is better
- Reading with other people. Private book clubs where members see each other’s progress, plus following readers and reviews.
- Price. Pro is US$0.99 a month or US$9.99 a year.
- Silence, not soundtracks. With Pro, Focus Mode turns on a Focus or Do Not Disturb for exactly as long as you read.
- Apple Watch app, Lock Screen Live Activities and home screen widgets.
- More languages, including Portuguese, Italian, Russian and Japanese.
Which should you choose?
Reading alone with a big library to import? Bookly is a solid choice. Want the timer plus friends, clubs and a cheaper Pro? Choose Readaily.
Questions
Which is cheaper, Bookly Pro or Readaily Pro?
Readaily Pro costs US$0.99 a month or US$9.99 a year. Bookly Pro costs US$4.99 a month, US$19.99 for six months or US$29.99 a year (US App Store, October 2026). Both have a 7-day free trial.
Can I read with friends in Bookly?
Bookly's store listings describe sharing progress and community readathons, but no friends list or book clubs as of October 2026. Readaily has private book clubs and lets you follow other readers.
Does Readaily import from Goodreads like Bookly?
Not yet. Bookly lists Goodreads import; Readaily doesn't offer it today.
Try it with the book you’re reading
Readaily is free on iPhone and Android. Add your current book, set a goal you’ll actually keep, and start your first session tonight.
Last updated October 7, 2026