Cryptomator
Focus: encryption, cloud storage and privacy. Shares open source with calibre. Freemium (calibre: Free). Adds iOS and Android. Rated 4.6 (calibre: 4.7).
Desktop AppFree planWindows, macOS
4.6Visit
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calibre
A free e-book manager for organising, converting and reading your library.
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What is calibre?
calibre is a free, open-source e-book manager that organises your library, edits metadata and covers, and converts between formats such as EPUB, MOBI, AZW3 and PDF. It also includes an e-book reader and editor, syncs books to e-readers, and can download news into e-book form.
Pros
- Converts between many e-book formats
- Powerful library and metadata tools
- Sends books to most e-readers
Cons
- Interface can feel cluttered
- Cannot open books protected by DRM
Who should use calibre
Readers with a growing e-book collection across devices and formats.
Who may not need it
People who only read inside one store's app, such as Kindle.
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Free alternatives to calibre
Free resources that cover similar ground.
Screen Memories
Focus: photo search, video search and ocr. Shares open source with calibre. A Mac app, not a desktop app. Rated 4.4 (calibre: 4.7).
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wallabag
Focus: read later, self-hosted and readwise reader alternative. Shares open source with calibre. A web app, not a desktop app. Adds Web, iOS and Android. Rated 4.2 (calibre: 4.7).
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ManyBooks
Focus: free books, reading and e-reader. Shares ebooks and library with calibre. A website, not a desktop app. Adds Web. Rated 4.4 (calibre: 4.7).
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7-Zip
Focus: file compression, zip and archives. Shares open source with calibre. Same 4.7 rating.
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HandBrake
Focus: video converter, compression and media. Shares open source with calibre. Same 4.7 rating.
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KeePassXC
Focus: password manager, security and offline. Shares open source with calibre. Adds Chrome and Firefox. Same 4.7 rating.
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