BookBeat - Audiobooks & E-books

Quick overview:

• Operating system: iOS & Android
• Type: Download
• Available for: Employee/Student
• Trial period: temporarily free for 60 days, including 40 hours of listening and reading

Discover audiobooks and e-books with BookBeat

With BookBeat, you have access to over 1 million audiobooks and e-books, ranging from novels and thrillers to nonfiction and self-help books. Listen or read wherever and whenever you want via the BookBeat app on your smartphone or tablet.

Your personal library always at your fingertips

Whether you’re on the go, working out, or relaxing at home, with BookBeat you always have an extensive collection of books at your fingertips. You can download books in the app, allowing you to listen or read offline. That way, you’re not dependent on an internet connection.

Books tailored to your tastes

BookBeat helps you discover new authors, genres, and stories based on your interests and listening habits. From literary classics to recent bestsellers: you’ll easily find a book that suits your mood and the moment.

Thanks to the partnership between BookBeat and SURFspot, as a new user you can temporarily enjoy an extended free trial period. During this trial period, you’ll have access to the entire collection of audiobooks and e-books. The current duration of the trial period and the number of listening and reading hours included can be found at the top of this page.

Discounted subscription for students

Would you like to continue listening after the free trial period, and are you a student? If so, after verification, you can sign up for BookBeat’s student subscription. This allows you to listen or read for 20 hours per month for € 5.99 per month. The regular Basic subscription currently costs € 8.99 per month. Be sure to check which subscription is selected when you sign up. You can cancel your subscription at any time.

With a family account, up to five people in the same household can use BookBeat. Each additional profile currently costs €1.99 per month. Additional profiles can be added after the free trial period ends.

Pros and cons:

✓ Access to over 1 million audiobooks and e-books.
✓ Listen and read via the BookBeat app on your smartphone or tablet.
✓ Download books to listen to or read offline.
✓ Choose from a variety of genres and books for any occasion.
✘ During the free trial period, there is a maximum number of listening and reading hours.
✘ This offer is valid only for new BookBeat users.

Quick overview:

• Operating system: iOS & Android
• Type: Download
• Available for: Employee/Student
• License: 60-day free trial

Discover the ultimate reading experience with BookBeat

Welcome to BookBeat, the ultimate audiobook service that takes your reading experience to new heights. Whether you’re a passionate student who’s always on the go or a dedicated teacher who loves to keep learning, BookBeat is specially designed to meet the needs of education-focused individuals like you. Let me tell you why this product is an absolute must-have.

Your personal library always at your fingertips

With BookBeat, you have instant access to over 1 million audiobooks and e-books, covering both fiction and nonfiction. Enrich yourself with literary masterpieces, academic works, self-help books, and much more. No matter where you are, you can always learn and enjoy—even during busy days on campus or while commuting. No more lugging around heavy books or wasting time searching for the right chapter. With BookBeat, you can seamlessly switch between devices—from your smartphone to your tablet, laptop, or even your e-reader. Listen to your favorite books on your terms, exactly when it suits you. It’s like having a personal library that always fits in your pocket.

Personalized recommendations for your unique taste

BookBeat understands that your preferences are unique. That’s why they offer an advanced recommendation engine that tailors your listening experience. Discover new authors, genres, and topics that are a perfect fit for you. From literary classics to the latest bestsellers, BookBeat will always surprise you with books that inspire you. Whether you want to listen to a scientific article for your thesis or simply unwind with a captivating story after a long day of studying, BookBeat is your ideal companion. Listen while working out, cooking, or walking to class. Make the most of your time and turn every moment into an opportunity to grow and learn.

With the BookBeat x SURFspot partnership, you get 60 days (normally 30 days) of free access to BookBeat’s basic subscription. This lets you listen to the extensive collection of audiobooks for up to 30 hours per month.

Affordable subscriptions for students

Are you a student who wants to keep listening to BookBeat after the free trial period? As a student, you’ll always get 40 hours of listening or reading for just €5.99 per month! With family accounts, up to five people living in the same household can share the same BookBeat account. You pay just €1.99 per month for each additional profile. You can easily get started by signing up on the website, and then you can add extra profiles to your account if you’d like. Everything you need is right at your fingertips, ready to be discovered. 

Pros and cons:

✓ Access to an extensive library of over 1 million audiobooks and e-books. 
✓ Switch seamlessly between different devices, from your smartphone to your tablet, laptop, or even your e-reader. 
✓ Browse through various genres and find books for every moment.
✘ With this student license, you can listen for up to 40 hours per month, which may be enough for many people.