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Audible
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As of 30 August 2026, Audible starts at $7.95/month. Audible is an audiobook and podcast service owned by Amazon, offering the world's largest selection of audiobooks, podcasts, and original audio content. Softwr lists it under Entertainment. Audible is made by Amazon.com Inc, launched in 1995, available on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
Overview
What Audible does
Audible is an audiobook and podcast service owned by Amazon, offering the world's largest selection of audiobooks, podcasts, and original audio content.
What people use it for
- Audiobook listening
- Podcast consumption
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- Auto renews monthly and must be cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current membership period, per the App Store listing
- Renewal is charged at the rate of the selected plan within 24 hours before the end of each membership period, per the App Store listing
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Pricing
What Audible costs
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Plus
$7.95 /mo
- Plus catalog
- Podcasts
Premium Plus
$14.95 /mo
- 1 credit/month
- Plus catalog
Capabilities
Features
Audiobooks
Podcasts
Originals
Offline listening
Amazon Echo
Integration with Amazon Echo
Kindle
Integration with Kindle
Apple Watch
Integration with Apple Watch
Family library
Family library security feature
Account security
Account security security feature
Ios support
Available on ios
Android support
Available on android
Desktop support
Available on desktop
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Questions people ask
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What are the pricing plans for Audible?
Audible offers two subscription plans: Audible Standard at $8.99 per month and Audible Premium Plus at $14.95 per month. Both plans include a 30-day free trial for new members.
SourceHow does the Audible free trial work?
Eligible new members can sign up for a 30-day free trial and enjoy the same benefits as paying members. When your trial ends, you are automatically charged the monthly subscription fee, but you can cancel anytime.
SourceWhat is included with Audible Standard vs. Premium Plus?
Audible Standard gives you 1 audiobook per month. Audible Premium Plus includes 1 credit per month, access to thousands of included titles in the all-you-can-listen catalog, and access to member-only sales and exclusive discounts. Audiobooks purchased with credits are yours to keep forever.
SourceCan I cancel my Audible subscription anytime?
Yes, there are no commitments. You can easily cancel your membership at anytime, and all audiobooks purchased with credits remain yours forever.
SourceBehind it
Who makes Audible
- Company
- Amazon.com Inc
- Based in
- Newark, NJ
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