Epic! Books for Kids offers a free version of the service that allows users to read one book per day in a limited set. When upgrading to Epic Premium! Books for Kids gives you access to a complete collection of over 40,000 books, including popular books and series like Curious George, Goodnight Moon, Flat Stanley, and National Geographic. Other features include progress tracking, personalized recommendations, interactive training videos, and offline access.

Notable features:

• Free version available
  
  
• Epic Unlimited: $9.99/month
  
  
• Support available: Help Center, Email, Tickets

Pros:

• Huge selection of high-quality books
  
  
• Personalized recommendations
  
  
• Offline access

Cons:

• No live support

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://www.getepic.com/

Homer is an effective tool for teaching children to read. Using the app for just 15 minutes a day has been proven to increase early reading rates by 74%. But what sets this app apart from many other options is that Homer also offers learning tasks in several other subjects, such as math, general thinking skills, and social/emotional skills. In total, Homer offers more than 1,000 classes and activities tailored to your age, interest and skill level.

Notable features:

• 30-day free trial
  
  
• $9.99/month
  
  
• Support available: Help Center, FAQs, Email, Tickets

Pros:

• Proven results for improving reading skill
  

• Covers subjects in addition to reading
  

Cons:

• No live support

• No free version available
  

Download: Android | iOS

Website: http://learnwithhomer.com/

The Starfall Learn to Read app is best for kids who are just starting to learn to read. Since 2002, Starfall Rat Zach has been leading children with fun activities, films and songs that cover the basics of the English language. The app is completely free and you can get live customer support if you have any technical issues.

Notable features:

• Free mobile app
  
  
• Support available: Phone, Help Desk, Email, Tickets

Pros:

• All features included for free

Cons:

• Not suitable for older children

Download: Android | iOS

Website: http://starfall.com/

FarFaria features over a thousand titles, including classic fairy tales like Rapunzel, The Wizard of Oz, Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White. Their library also has a variety of Christmas books (such as Twas Before Christmas, A Christmas Carol), songbooks (such as Wheels on the Bus, Eensy Weensy Spider), and books on topics such as city hiking. Dentist and healthy food. You can get one book per day for free or upgrade to unlimited access for $4.99 per month.

Notable features:

• Free version available
  
  
• Unlimited access: $4.99/month
  
  
• Support available: Email, Help/FAQs, Tickets

Pros:

• Wide selection of high-quality books

Cons:

• No live support

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://www.farfaria.com/

Hooked on Phonics is probably the most popular option on this list. Because more than 5 million children have learned to read using this instrument. Developed with the help of early childhood education experts, the app supports reading lessons with over 250 songs, videos and interactive games. These lessons can help your child progress from Kindergarten to Grade 2 reading.

Notable features:

• 7-Day Free Trial
  
  
• $6.99/month
  
  
• Support available: Live Chat, Email, Phone, FAQs

Pros:

• Helpful songs, videos, and interactive games
  
  
• Proven results for improving reading skills

Cons:

• No free version available

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://www.hookedonphonics.com/

Most reading apps for kids are only suitable for preschoolers or elementary school students, but Reading Eggs offers advanced enough modules for high school students. The classes included in Eggs for Reading cover the five main components of reading: phonetics, phonemic recognition, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. More than 16,000 schools use the app, and 91% of parents report a significant improvement in their reading skills in just a few weeks.

Notable features:

• 30-day free trial
  
  
• $9.99/month
  
  
• Support available: Live Chat, Email, Phone, FAQs

Pros:

• Suitable for a wide age range

Cons:

• No free version available

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://readingeggs.com.au/

Skybrary provides a complete set of features to help your child learn to read. In particular, more than 1,000 high-quality books, guided tours for educational videos, and fascinating book animations that vividly tell stories are presented. Each book has its own reading options and the app is easy to navigate even for very young children. Best of all, Skybrary has award-winning storytellers like LeVar Burton. It's also worth noting that Skybrary offers a one-year free subscription to Title I (Low Income) Class.

Notable features:

• 30-Day Free Trial
  
  
• $4.99/month
  
  
• Support available: Email, FAQs

Pros:

• Wide selection of high-quality books
  
  
• Narration by LeVar Burton

Cons:

• No free version available

• No live support

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://skybrary.org/

In addition to reading, ABCmouse covers math, science, social studies, art and music. The app includes over 850 lessons and over 10,000 one-on-one learning sessions. The software is also used in more than 70,000 classrooms and more than half of public libraries in the United States. But what really sets this app apart from others is that it has over 900 books and activities in Spanish.

Notable features:

• 30-Day Free Trial
  
  
• $9.95/month
  
  
• Support available: Live Chat, Tickets, FAQs

Pros:

• Books and activities available in Spanish

Cons:

• No free version available

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://www.abcmouse.com/

Bob Books Reading Magic is especially easy to use. The sound games that come with this app help preschoolers and toddlers learn to combine letters and sounds of the alphabet, read simple words and sentences, and pronounce the words they read. Includes a total of 12 scenes and 32 words for reading and writing.

Notable features:

• $1.99 (Android), $2.99 (iOS)
  
  
• Support available: Email, Phone

Pros:

• User-friendly interface

Cons:

• No free version available

Download: Android | iOS
Website: https://bobbooks.com/

Endless Reader uses a rather unique method of teaching children to read. This app is based on the most used words in school and children's books. Learning the meaning of these words helps children learn to read fluently and faster. Endless Reader uses interactive puzzles to help children learn these words. Six vocabulary modules are included for free, and more can be accessed via in-app purchases.

Notable features:

• Free version available
  
  
• In-app purchases: $5.99 – $29.99 per item
  
  
• Support available: Email

Pros:

• Helps kids learn to read faster

Cons:

• No live support

Download: Android | iOS

Website: https://originatorkids.com/