The StoryGraph review
Track your reading and get picks based on mood and pace
- The StoryGraph Ltd
- Free + paid plans
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Web
Does it deserve #5?
Is The StoryGraph worth it?
For most people, yes. The StoryGraph scores 8.5/10 and ranks #5 in Reading & News. It's best for readers who want stats, mood-based picks and an easy exit from Goodreads. Skip it if you mainly want a big social network for discussing books. Price: Free with ads; StoryGraph Plus is $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year on the App Store.
The verdict
The StoryGraph tracks what you read and recommends what's next based on mood, pace and the books you've loved. Rate in quarter stars, log the books you didn't finish, check content warnings and see charts of your reading habits. Bringing your Goodreads history is easy, and buddy reads hide spoilers in reactions. Free users see ads, and the deeper stats and custom charts sit behind Plus.
- Mood and pace recommendations
- Reading stats and charts
- Content warnings
- Goodreads import
- Buddy reads and reading challenges
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What's new
- Sep 2026Private Books, plus autosaving for reviews in progress
- Aug 2026You can now block other users
- Jun 2026Kobo sync for your Currently Reading shelf and reading progress
Privacy 8.2/10
App Store label: no tracking. Email, your reading data, user ID, usage and crash data are linked to you for analytics, personalization and app functions. Google Play says nothing is shared.
What we like
- Recommendations that go beyond star ratings
- Quarter-star ratings and DNF tracking
- Easy import from Goodreads
What could be better
- Free tier shows ads
- Advanced stats and charts need Plus
- Lighter social features than Goodreads
Readers who want stats, mood-based picks and an easy exit from Goodreads
you mainly want a big social network for discussing books
Questions about The StoryGraph
Is The StoryGraph worth it in 2026?
For most people, yes. The StoryGraph scores 8.5/10 and ranks #5 in Reading & News. It's best for readers who want stats, mood-based picks and an easy exit from Goodreads. Skip it if you mainly want a big social network for discussing books. Price: Free with ads; StoryGraph Plus is $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year on the App Store.
Is The StoryGraph free?
Yes, the core app is free with ads. StoryGraph Plus removes ads and adds extra stats for $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year on the App Store.
Can I import my Goodreads library?
Yes. The StoryGraph imports your Goodreads export, and your custom shelves become tags.
Does The StoryGraph sync with Kobo?
Yes. Since June 2026 it can sync your Currently Reading shelf and progress from Kobo.
What are the best alternatives to The StoryGraph?
The closest alternatives are Libby, Kindle and NetNewsWire. See all of them ranked on our The StoryGraph alternatives page.
Where does The StoryGraph rank?
The StoryGraph ranks #5 of 7 in our Reading & News ranking, with an overall score of 8.5 out of 10.