Is Compendium free?
The first chapter of every audiobook streams free, with no account required. A 7-day free trial then unlocks the full library; after the trial, full access is $5 per month, and you can cancel anytime.
What's in the library?
Compendium's catalog is built around enduring literature: classic fiction, philosophy, history, mystery, and science fiction, from authors such as Jane Austen, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Plato, Mary Shelley, and Arthur Conan Doyle.
Why these particular books?
Compendium's library is built around enduring works, the kind of writing that shaped everything that came after, rather than new releases. These are older titles with no per-title licensing cost, which is what lets us offer the whole library for a flat $5 a month instead of pricing each book separately.
What platforms is Compendium available on?
Compendium is available on iOS, Android, and the web at compendium.audio.
Does my progress sync across devices?
Yes. Your listening progress is tied to your account, not your device, so you can start a chapter on iOS and pick up where you left off on Android or the web.
Do I need an account to listen?
No. The first chapter of any audiobook streams with no account. An account is needed to start the free trial or subscribe for full access.
How is Compendium different from other audiobook apps?
Compendium is a small, focused library of enduring literature rather than a large catalog of new releases, for a flat $5 per month instead of a per-title credit system. That price covers full access to the whole library rather than one book at a time, there are no ads, and the full chapter text stays on screen while you listen.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel anytime, with no minimum commitment.
Still have a question?
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