Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
BookBeat vs Nextory
BookBeat vs Nextory: the differences
| Compare | BookBeat ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |  Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Price per month | €9.99 | SEK 129 |
| Price from | €9.99 | SEK 89 |
| Free trial length | 60 daysHigher | 42 days |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | 20 to 100Higher | 30 |
| Titles in the catalogue | 1,000,000 | 1,400,000Higher |
| Markets | AT | FR, BE, NL, DE, SE, NO, DK, CH, FI, AT, ESCovers more |
| Student discount | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Access model (Hour cap), Family profiles (Yes), Offline use (Yes).
We earn a commission when you sign up through links on this site. Partner status can affect where a brand appears in our rankings.
Key differences
- Free trial length is higher at BookBeat: 60 days vs 42 days.
- Monthly listening cap (hours) is higher at BookBeat: 20 to 100 vs 30.
- Titles in the catalogue is higher at Nextory: 1,400,000 vs 1,000,000.
- Support channels: only BookBeat offers Chat.
- Markets: only Nextory offers FR, BE, NL.
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.
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 | BookBeat | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherMonthly plan of €9.99 and entry price of €9.99, under the category median monthly price of €11.43. | 9.2The starting price of SEK 89 and the monthly price of SEK 129 both sit in the middle of the compared field. |
| Offer | 9.3HigherTrial of 60 days, 1,000,000 titles, family profiles, offline listening and a student discount. | 9.1Content types cover audiobooks and ebooks, the cap sits at 30 hours, and family profiles and offline listening are included. |
| Trust | 8.7Run by BookBeat GmbH, founded in 2015, with support running on chat and help centre. | Not confirmed |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | BookBeat | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Audiobook, ebook and book-summary apps | 6 of 24 | 9 of 24 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BookBeat | Nextory |
|---|---|---|
| Content types | Audiobooks, Ebooks | Audiobooks, Ebooks |
| Legal entity | BookBeat GmbH | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2015 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Chat, Help centreCovers more | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BookBeat | Nextory | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 60 dayshighest quarter | 42 dayshighest quarter | 30 days |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | 20 to 100at the median | 30below the median | 100 |
| Titles in the catalogue | 1,000,000highest quarter | 1,400,000highest 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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.