Prologue Audiobook Player

Prologue Audiobook Player

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Prologue Audiobook Player: The premier experience for your self-hosted library.

Stop renting and start owning. Connect your Plex or Audiobookshelf server to enjoy a powerful, native player with offline downloads, advanced playback controls, and seamless sync across all your Apple devices.

Publisher

Lachlan Charlick

Category

Books

Downloads

193K+

User Rating

4.9/5

Total Ratings

8K+

Locales

5

Your Library, Elevated

Discover the interface used by 193K+ users.

The Now Playing screen of the Prologue Audiobook Player showing The Hobbit cover art and playback controls

The Now Playing screen of the Prologue Audiobook Player showing The Hobbit cover art and playback controls

Screenshot of the Prologue app showing organized audiobook collections with book covers and categories.

Screenshot of the Prologue app showing organized audiobook collections with book covers and categories.

Prologue app screen displaying a curated Discworld book collection by Terry Pratchett with cover art and a start listening button

Prologue app screen displaying a curated Discworld book collection by Terry Pratchett with cover art and a start listening button

The home screen of the Prologue Audiobook Player app displaying listening statistics and recently played books.

The home screen of the Prologue Audiobook Player app displaying listening statistics and recently played books.

A Premium Experience for Your Private Collection

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 193K+ users.

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True Digital Sovereignty

Ditch the monthly subscriptions and DRM. Connect to your own server to stream or download your personal library with zero platform restrictions.

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Smart Playback Engineering

Never lose your place with automatic bookmarks, smart rewind after pauses, and Voice Boost for crystal-clear narration in any environment.

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Seamless Ecosystem Integration

Designed for your lifestyle with a native experience across CarPlay, Apple Watch, and iPad—perfect for the daily commute or offline adventures.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 193K+ people who love this app.

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"As someone who values digital ownership, Prologue is a game-changer. I can finally enjoy my self-hosted library on Plex with a UI that feels even better than the big-name subscription services. The offline downloads and collections make managing my massive library effortless."

Mark Henderson
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"The attention to detail in this app is incredible. From the Apple Watch sync for my morning runs to the smart rewind after a CarPlay pause, it just works. It’s the most polished app on my iPhone and has completely transformed how I listen to my audiobooks."

Elena Rodriguez

About the app

Everything you need to know about Prologue Audiobook Player.

Description

The self-hosted audiobook player for Plex and Audiobookshelf. Your Library - Connect Plex, Audiobookshelf, or both - Offline downloads - Collections & series - Bookmarks + reading list - Streaks, stats & playback history Advanced Playback - Per-book settings - Sleep timer (chapter or time) - Smart rewind after pauses - Voice Boost + equalizer Works Everywhere - iPhone, iPad & Apple Watch - Siri, Widgets & CarPlay

Latest Version

4.0.5

Size

73.4 MB

First Released

Jul 28, 2019

The Audiobook Player Your Server Deserves

Stop paying for subscriptions and start enjoying your own collection with the most powerful, self-hosted player for Plex and Audiobookshelf.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Prologue Audiobook Player

What is Prologue Audiobook Player?

Prologue Audiobook Player is a self-hosted application designed for playing audiobooks. It integrates with Plex and Audiobookshelf to manage and play your personal audiobook library.

Can I connect Prologue Audiobook Player to Plex?

Yes, Prologue Audiobook Player connects directly to Plex servers. Users can also connect to Audiobookshelf for managing their audiobook library within the app.

Does Prologue support offline audiobook downloads?

Yes, Prologue Audiobook Player supports offline downloads. This feature allows users to listen to their audiobooks without an active internet connection, ensuring continuous playback.

What advanced playback features does Prologue offer?

Prologue Audiobook Player includes advanced playback features such as per-book settings, a sleep timer, smart rewind after pauses, Voice Boost, and an equalizer for enhanced listening.

Is Prologue Audiobook Player compatible with Apple Watch?

Yes, Prologue Audiobook Player is compatible with Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. It also supports Siri, Widgets, and CarPlay for broad accessibility across various Apple devices.

Can I see my listening statistics in Prologue?

Yes, Prologue Audiobook Player tracks streaks, listening statistics, and playback history. The home screen displays current listening time and daily listening streaks for user convenience.

How do I manage audiobook collections in Prologue?

Prologue Audiobook Player allows users to organize audiobooks into collections and series. The app features a dedicated "Collections" tab for browsing and managing these organized libraries efficiently.

Does Prologue have a sleep timer function?

Yes, Prologue Audiobook Player includes a sleep timer. This feature can be set to stop playback after a specific time or at the end of a chapter, as indicated in the description.

Can I adjust playback speed in Prologue?

Yes, Prologue Audiobook Player allows users to adjust the playback speed. Screenshot #1 prominently displays a "1.25x" indicator, confirming this functionality for customized listening.