Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
Nextory vs Readability
Nextory vs Readability: the differences
| Compare |  Nextory |  Readability |
|---|---|---|
| Price per month | SEK 129 | $19.99 |
| Price from | SEK 89 | $19.99 |
| Free trial length | 42 daysHigher | 30 days |
| Access model | Hour cap | Unlimited |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | 30 | Not confirmed |
| Titles in the catalogue | 1,400,000 | Not confirmed |
| Offline use | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Markets | FR, BE, NL, DE, SE, NO, DK, CH, FI, AT, ES | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Family profiles (Yes).
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Key differences
- Readability scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.2.
- Free trial length is higher at Nextory: 42 days vs 30 days.
- Support channels: only Readability offers Email, Phone, Chat.
- Content types: only Nextory offers Audiobooks.
Our verdict on each
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.
Readability
Readability pairs a free trial lesson with a 30 days trial window, so a household can judge reading support before paying anything. It suits families with children building English reading skills who want family profiles and app based lessons under a single monthly plan.
Score breakdown
| Area | Nextory | Readability |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2The starting price of SEK 89 and the monthly price of SEK 129 both sit in the middle of the compared field. | 9.3HigherThe monthly plan is $19.99 and the subscription is $19.99, above Starfall at $5.99. |
| Offer | 9.1Content types cover audiobooks and ebooks, the cap sits at 30 hours, and family profiles and offline listening are included. | 9.6HigherThe trial lesson is free and the window runs 30 days, with app lessons and family profiles. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Nextory | Readability |
|---|---|---|
| Audiobook, ebook and book-summary apps | 9 of 24 | 2 of 24 |
Choosing between them
Pick Nextory if free trial length matter most.
Pick Readability if offer matter most.
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Nextory | Readability |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
A third option
BookBeat has free trial length at 60 days, against 42 days for Nextory and 30 days for Readability.
BookBeat reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Nextory | Readability |
|---|---|---|
| Content types | Audiobooks, EbooksCovers more | Ebooks |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Readability |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Support channels | Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre, ChatCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Nextory | Readability | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 42 dayshighest quarter | 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
| Monthly listening cap (hours) | 30below the median | Not confirmed | 100 |
| Titles in the catalogue | 1,400,000highest quarter | Not confirmed | 240,000 |
Median across 19 listed providers.
Pros and cons
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.
Readability
Pros
- A free trial lesson alongside a 30 days trial window lets a family watch real reading progress before any money changes hands.
- Access is unlimited and the library is made up of ebooks, so enthusiastic readers are not held to a set amount of reading.
- Family profiles are supported, so siblings each get their own level under the same Readability plan.
Cons
- The Readability subscription is $19.99, above Starfall at $5.99, so cost first households have cheaper options.
- The subject list is english, and Schülerhilfe spans math, english and science for families wanting more than reading.
- The library holds ebooks, with no audio titles listed for children who prefer listening.
Who each suits
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.
Readability
Who it suits
- Families with children building English reading skills who want app lessons they can use on their own.
- Parents who want every child reading on the same plan, since family profiles are supported.
- Households comfortable with a company headquartered in the US.
Who should look elsewhere
- Families that need a wider subject range: Schülerhilfe covers math, english and science.
- Households chasing the lowest monthly cost: Starfall lists $5.99 and Duden Learnattack lists €6.63 to €19.97.
Current offers
Readability
Current offer
Free trial
Try 30 days free: 30 days free
Free trial for up to 3 reader profiles; a credit card is required upfront to verify the user, and cancellation must happen at least 24 hours before the trial ends to avoid charges
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Questions about each
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.
Readability
How much does Readability cost, and does the price change?+
The introductory price on the Readability monthly plan is $19.99, and the monthly plan price is $19.99. The subscription price quoted for the plan is $19.99. Readers weighing cost at entry and again at renewal can work from those figures directly.
Is there a free trial before paying?+
A free trial lesson comes with the membership, and the free trial window runs 30 days. That gives a family room to watch a child's reading habits over a full stretch of practice, rather than judging the plan from a first sitting and deciding on the spot.