Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
BookBeat vs Everand
What sets them apart
| Compare | BookBeat ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |  Everand |
|---|---|---|
| Price per month | €9.99 | $11.99 |
| Price from | €9.99 | $11.99 |
| Free trial length | 60 daysHigher | 7 to 30 days |
| Access model | Hour cap | Credits |
| Titles in the catalogue | 1,000,000 | 1,500,000Higher |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | 20 to 100 | Not confirmed |
| Keep titles after cancelling | Not confirmed | No |
| Family profiles | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Student discount | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Markets | AT | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Offline use (Yes).
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Key differences
- BookBeat scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.0.
- Free trial length is higher at BookBeat: 60 days vs 7 to 30 days.
- Titles in the catalogue is higher at Everand: 1,500,000 vs 1,000,000.
- Support channels: only BookBeat offers Chat.
- Content types: only Everand offers Podcasts.
Our verdict on each
BookBeat
BookBeat suits readers in AT who want audiobooks and ebooks on a single subscription and a set monthly budget. The trade-off is the hour cap: 1,000,000 titles sit behind 20 to 100 hours of listening a month, so heavy readers should measure their habit before signing up.
Everand
Everand suits readers who want audiobooks, ebooks and podcasts under a single subscription rather than a reading service alone, and the plan holds at $11.99 a month. The trade-off is the credits model: a large catalogue does not mean unlimited borrowing, so heavy listeners will feel the meter sooner than casual readers.
Score breakdown
| Area | BookBeat | Everand |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherMonthly plan of €9.99 and entry price of €9.99, under the category median monthly price of €11.43. | 9.1Entry pricing at $11.99 and the monthly $11.99 sit below Readability at $19.99, mid table on monthly price. |
| Offer | 9.3HigherTrial of 60 days, 1,000,000 titles, family profiles, offline listening and a student discount. | 8.9A 1,500,000 title catalogue spans audiobooks, ebooks and podcasts, with credits access and offline use. |
| Trust | 8.7Run by BookBeat GmbH, founded in 2015, with support running on chat and help centre. | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | BookBeat | Everand |
|---|---|---|
| Audiobook, ebook and book-summary apps | 6 of 24 | 10 of 24 |
Choosing between them
Pick BookBeat if offer and free trial length matter most.
Pick Everand if titles in the catalogue matter most.
Sources behind this comparison
BookBeat
- bookbeat.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- bookbeat.at: 2 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Everand
- support.scribd.com: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BookBeat | Everand |
|---|---|---|
| Content types | Audiobooks, Ebooks | Audiobooks, Ebooks, PodcastsCovers more |
| Legal entity | BookBeat GmbH | Scribd, Inc. |
| Founded | 2015 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Chat, Help centreCovers more | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BookBeat | Everand | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 60 dayshighest quarter | 7 to 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | 20 to 100at the median | Not confirmed | 100 |
| Titles in the catalogue | 1,000,000highest quarter | 1,500,000highest quarter | 240,000 |
Median across 19 listed providers.
Pros and cons
BookBeat
Pros
- The free trial lasts 60 days, and BookBeat ranks 1 of 16 brands compared on trial length.
- The catalogue holds 1,000,000 titles, against a category median of 240,000.
- Family profiles are included, so a household can share a single subscription instead of opening separate ones.
Cons
- Support runs on chat and help centre only, with no phone line in the listed channels for anyone who prefers to talk the problem through.
- Access is metered by the hour, hour cap, with 20 to 100 hours a month, so long listening sessions have to be spread across the month.
- The plan is listed for AT only, so readers in other markets see no local price from BookBeat.
Everand
Pros
- A catalogue of 1,500,000 titles runs well past the 240,000 typical of the apps compared, and audiobooks, ebooks and podcasts all sit under the plan.
- The plan costs $11.99 a month, under Readability at $19.99, while covering audio and text together.
- Offline is a yes, so travel and commutes are covered without a connection.
Cons
- Keep after cancel is a no, so downloads and unspent credits go when the subscription ends.
- Access runs on credits, so a heavy listening month drains the balance faster than a quiet one.
- Support runs on help centre only, leaving charge and credit questions to written answers.
Who each suits
BookBeat
Who it suits
- Readers in AT who want audiobooks and ebooks covered by the same subscription.
- Households planning to share through family profiles and to download titles for offline listening.
- Students with a discount, who can test the service over 60 days before paying.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who would rather not count hours: BookBeat caps listening at 20 to 100 a month, and AfriKDP at $3 a month costs less for light use.
- Anyone outside AT, where Audible at CAD 8.99 a month and Readability at $19.99 a month are the listed comparisons instead.
Everand
Who it suits
- Readers who want audiobooks, ebooks and podcasts under a single subscription rather than a reading only service.
- Listeners who can pace a credits balance and care more about breadth than an open ended library.
- People who travel, since offline is a yes and downloads work without a connection.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants a plan priced by the month without metered access, since access runs on credits here.
- Readers on a tight budget who will weigh $11.99 against AfriKDP at $3 before anything else.
- Anyone counting on keeping downloads after cancelling, since keep after cancel is a no on Everand.
Current offers
BookBeat
Current offer
Free trial
60 days free trial: 60 days
30 listening and reading hours included
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Questions about each
BookBeat
What does BookBeat cost each month?+
The standard BookBeat monthly plan is €9.99, and the starting price quoted for the subscription is €9.99. They are published as separate figures, so the amount at entry and the amount that recurs each month can be weighed on their own terms.
How long is the BookBeat free trial?+
The free trial runs 60 days, and BookBeat ranks 1 of 16 brands compared on trial length. For scale, the median trial in this category runs 30 days.
Everand
How much does Everand cost each month?+
The Everand plan lists at $11.99 a month, and entry pricing starts at $11.99. Both figures read the same, so the opening price matches the recurring rate rather than acting as a short term discount. Budget on $11.99 repeating, and treat anything bought outside the subscription as extra.
Is there a free trial?+
Yes, the trial lasts 7 to 30 days. That window is worth using properly, because it gives room to see whether credit paced borrowing fits your habits before a charge lands. A reader with a long list can use the full stretch, while a casual browser can stop early without losing much.