Top 5 iOS Book Apps in Netherlands Q4 2025

During the fourth quarter of 2025, the top book applications on the iOS platform in the Netherlands displayed varied trends in downloads and active users. Here's a closer look at their performance based on data from Sensor Tower.

Fluister from DPG Media Services saw a significant surge in downloads, peaking at around 16.1K in early November. However, this number gradually declined to approximately 464 by the end of December. The app maintained a steady base of weekly active users, starting at 57.9K and experiencing fluctuations before ending at about 56.9K.

Storytel - Audiobooks Library experienced consistent downloads throughout the quarter, with numbers ranging from 1.7K to 2.4K. Weekly revenue showed some variability, beginning at $5.7K and reaching a high of $6.7K in early November before settling at $4.5K by the end of December. The app's active user count remained robust, starting at 131.5K and concluding the quarter at 126.8K.

Kobo Books & Audiobooks exhibited a steady increase in weekly downloads, rising from 886 in late September to 1.8K by the end of December. Active users also showed a positive trend, starting at 37.3K and ending at 37.9K.

Kobo via bol saw a gradual increase in downloads, with notable growth towards the end of the quarter, peaking at 1.3K in late December. Active users demonstrated a healthy upward trend, beginning at 59.7K and increasing to 69.4K.

Goodreads: Book Reviews had a download spike in the final week of December, reaching approximately 2.7K. Active users also increased over the quarter, starting at 58.9K and growing to 75.8K.

These trends highlight the dynamic nature of the book app market in the Netherlands, with fluctuations in user engagement and downloads. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.