Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
Audible vs Nextory
Audible vs Nextory: the differences
| Compare |  Audible |  Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Price per month | CA$8.99 | SEK 129 |
| Price from | CA$8.99 | SEK 89 |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 42 daysHigher |
| Access model | Credits | Hour cap |
| Markets | CA | FR, BE, NL, DE, SE, NO, DK, CH, FI, AT, ES |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | Not confirmed | 30 |
| Titles in the catalogue | Not confirmed | 1,400,000 |
| Keep titles after cancelling | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Family profiles | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Offline use (Yes).
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Key differences
- Audible scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.2.
- Free trial length is higher at Nextory: 42 days vs 30 days.
- Support channels: only Audible offers Phone.
- Content types: only Audible offers Podcasts.
- Content types: only Nextory offers Ebooks.
- Markets: only Audible offers CA.
- Markets: only Nextory offers FR, BE, NL.
Our verdict on each
Audible
Audible suits Canadian listeners who will work through a set number of credits, and the free trial of 30 days is long enough to finish a book before deciding. The plan costs CAD 8.99 a month, and anything you have already claimed stays in your library afterwards.
Nextory
Nextory suits readers who want a single subscription covering audiobooks and ebooks, with family profiles and offline listening included. Its catalogue of 1,400,000 titles gives you plenty to browse, though readers who listen hard should weigh the hour cap before they start.
Score breakdown
| Area | Audible | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherMonthly rate of CAD 8.99 and starting price of CAD 8.99 read the same, below Readability at $19.99 and Reading Eggs at £6.99. | 9.2The starting price of SEK 89 and the monthly price of SEK 129 both sit in the middle of the compared field. |
| Offer | 9.3HigherFree trial of 30 days, titles kept after cancelling, and offline playback on a credits model. | 9.1Content types cover audiobooks and ebooks, the cap sits at 30 hours, and family profiles and offline listening are included. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Audible | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Audiobook, ebook and book-summary apps | 1 of 24 | 9 of 24 |
Where these facts come from
Audible
- audible.ca: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- audible.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
Nextory
- support.nextory.se: 8 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- nextory.com: 3 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Audible | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Content types | Audiobooks, Podcasts | Audiobooks, Ebooks |
| Legal entity | Audible, Inc. | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre, PhoneCovers more | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Audible | Nextory | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 30 daysat the median | 42 dayshighest quarter | 30 days |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | Not confirmed | 30below the median | 100 |
| Titles in the catalogue | Not confirmed | 1,400,000highest quarter | 240,000 |
Median across 19 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Audible
Pros
- The free trial runs 30 days, longer than the usual window across the brands compared, so a full title can be finished before deciding.
- Titles you have already claimed stay in your library if you cancel, so purchases survive a lapse in the membership.
- Offline playback is included, which covers commutes, flights and patchy signal.
Cons
- Access runs on credits rather than unlimited listening, so playback stops once the credits are used.
- Support runs on help centre and phone only, and live chat is not among the channels.
- The plan is sold in Canada, so members in other countries need a separate regional plan.
Nextory
Pros
- A free trial of 42 days is long enough to finish a title and start another before you pay.
- The catalogue of 1,400,000 titles ranks at position 3 among 20 brands compared.
- Content types include audiobooks and ebooks, so a title that outlasts a commute can move to reading and the bill stays the same.
Cons
- Access is hour-capped at 30 hours, so heavy listeners will reach the ceiling while light readers pay for headroom they never use.
- Support runs on help centre only, so billing and account questions go through written help rather than a live line.
- The starting price of SEK 89 ranks at position 9 among 24 brands compared, so entry is not among the cheapest offers in the group.
Who each suits
Audible
Who it suits
- Listeners in CA who will spend credits on chosen titles each month rather than browse freely.
- Commuters and travellers, since offline playback is included.
- Readers comparing monthly rates, with the Audible plan at CAD 8.99 against Readability at $19.99.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone outside CA, who would need a separate regional plan.
- Bargain hunters, since AfriKDP lists $3 a month against the Audible plan at CAD 8.99.
- Listeners who want unlimited access, since the Audible plan runs on credits.
Nextory
Who it suits
- Readers who want a single account covering both audiobooks and ebooks instead of paying for separate services.
- Households that want separate family profiles, with each reader keeping their own history on a shared plan.
- Commuters and travellers who want offline downloads from a wide shelf rather than streaming on a patchy connection.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who would rather hold a monthly rate in another currency: Audible is listed at CAD 8.99 a month, so the comparison skips the krona conversion.
- Anyone who plans to listen far past the 30 hour cap: Readability, listed at $19.99 a month, is worth a look if reading is the main habit.
- Readers on a tight monthly budget: AfriKDP, listed at $3 a month, is the lowest monthly figure among the alternatives listed here.
Current offers
Audible
Current offer
Free trial
Try one month free then $8.99 per month: 30 days free
New customers only. $8.99/month plus tax after 30 days. Cancel anytime. Quebec residents not eligible for trial memberships.
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Audible | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Audible
What does the Audible plan cost a month?+
The Audible plan is listed at CAD 8.99 a month, and the Audible plan's starting price is CAD 8.99. Both figures read the same, so the rate met when you join is the rate that continues while the membership runs. Prices are set in Canadian dollars, which is worth remembering when comparing against services quoted in other currencies.
Does the price change after the free trial ends?+
No lower entry rate is listed: the Audible plan's monthly price of CAD 8.99 and its starting price of CAD 8.99 are the same figure, so the free trial of 30 days is the only discount on record. Once it ends the membership continues at the standard monthly rate, and access then depends on how many credits you spend.
Nextory
How much does Nextory cost?+
Nextory quotes a starting price of SEK 89 and a monthly price of SEK 129, both in Swedish kronor. The starting price is the number you meet first, and the monthly price is the rate that keeps running after the trial ends. Weight the monthly figure more heavily, since that is what pays for continued listening.
Is there a free trial, and how long does it last?+
The free trial runs 42 days. That is long enough to finish a full audiobook, start a second and get a feel for the hour cap before you pay. Plan what you listen to during it, and check the monthly price of SEK 129 early, so the end of the trial is not a surprise.