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Best Reading Apps in 2026 — page 2
- 47 apps
- Research read 23 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
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Skybrary
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebSkybrary combines children's books, virtual trips, and tools for families and educators.
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Starfall
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebChoose Starfall for a child-focused reading program with a free reading option and membership activities across Pre-K through fifth grade.
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Teach Your Monster to Read
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebTeach Your Monster to Read pairs staged phonics practice with progress tracking and resources for adults.
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YouScribe
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebYouScribe combines a large multilingual library with web and mobile reading, listening and offline features.
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Oxford Owl
Free plan WebChoose Oxford Owl if you want free web-based reading, English and maths resources for primary school children.
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Reeder
Free plan iPhoneMacReeder brings several content sources into a synced timeline, with filters for building custom views. Check the free-plan limits and public nature of shared feeds before choosing it for your workflow.
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AceReader
Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+2AceReader combines structured reading practice with tools for using personal reading material.
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Magzter
Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+1Magzter combines a large digital publication catalog with offline reading and smartphone-focused formatting.
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Amira Learning
Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2Choose Amira Learning for a school or district seeking a connected reading suite with assessment, instruction, and tutoring in English or Spanish.
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One Minute Reader Live
Free trial iPhoneMacWeb+1One Minute Reader Live provides a structured, story-based sequence with audio, practice activities, and progress reporting.
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Raz-Kids
Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+2Raz-Kids centers reading practice around a digital library, quizzes, and teacher reporting. Its trial, classroom limit, and broad device support help buyers evaluate fit before an annual license.
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Reading Eggs
Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+2Choose Reading Eggs for adaptive reading lessons and progress tracking across a broad age range.
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Poppins Learning
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWebChoose Poppins Learning for rhythm-based practice that adapts to a child’s pace and can supplement other reading support.
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Readwise Reader
by Readwise ReaderFree trial AndroidAPIExtension+4Readwise Reader combines broad content intake, annotation, search, offline use, and highlight export in one reading app. Check the subscription tier carefully because Lite does not list Reader access.
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Lexia Core5 Reading
Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2Schools and districts should choose Core5 when they need adaptive reading instruction with detailed educator data. Its broad skill coverage and myLexia action plans support structured intervention.
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Nessy Reading & Spelling
Free trial WebNessy Reading & Spelling pairs assessment-led instruction with varied activities and progress reports. Its age range, online requirement, and one-year subscription term are important considerations.
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Reading.com
Free trial AndroidiPhoneReading.com combines scripted phonics instruction with decodable books, games, and printable practice for young beginning readers.
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Hooked on Phonics
Paid AndroidiPhoneHooked on Phonics combines app lessons with mailed practice materials for early readers. Its plan choice depends on whether families want extra decodable books or added math workbooks.
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ReadBorn
Free trial iPhoneReadBorn combines guided read-aloud support, phonics instruction, progress reporting, and collectible rewards. Its platform is limited to Apple devices, and trial access depends on the chosen plan.
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Renaissance myON
Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2myON pairs a large reading library with classroom assignments, fluency recordings, and weekday news articles.
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PLD Reading Apps
Paid iPhonePLD Reading Apps combine staged reading and spelling games with short daily practice guidance. They may suit learners needing Foundation, Year 1 or Stage 1 catch-up support on iOS.
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Scholastic RISE
Paid WebScholastic RISE combines station-based reading intervention, leveled texts, teacher materials, and online monitoring.
