Google Play Books

by Google · Mountain View, United States · Since 2010

E-books.

OTT, music & entertainment appsFreeMobile app

Starting price: Free
Free trial / plan: Always free; Start without a card
Deployment: Cloud; Web, Android & iOS
App Advisor rating: 4.3; transparency & India fit

What is Google Play Books?

Google Play Books is ott, music & entertainment apps from Google, based in Mountain View, United States and has been building software since 2010. E-books.

Entertainment apps stream video, music, podcasts and audiobooks, and host games. Bundled telecom subscriptions make several effectively free in India.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

+Completely free to use
+16 years in business — a mature, stable product
+Native mobile apps for work on the go

What to watch out for

−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Google Play Books features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Google Play Books adds. Verify depth in a demo.

Video streaming and live sports
Music and podcasts
Regional-language content
Offline downloads
Family profiles and parental controls
Ad-supported tiers
Telecom bundles
Gaming and esports
Mobile apps for Android and iOS
Free plan to start without a card

Google Play Books pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How Google Play Books charges. Google Play Books is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on play.google.com.

Specifications

Category: OTT, music & entertainment apps
Vendor: Google
Headquarters: Mountain View, United States
Founded: 2010
Pricing model: Free
Starting price: Free
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web, Android, iOS
Best for: Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India: No

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Google Play Books — frequently asked questions

What is Google Play Books?+

Google Play Books is ott, music & entertainment apps by Google. E-books.

How much does Google Play Books cost?+

Google Play Books is free to use.

Does Google Play Books offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Google Play Books offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Google Play Books made in India?+

No. Google Play Books is developed by Google in Mountain View, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Google Play Books best suited for?+

Google Play Books suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for ott, music & entertainment apps.

What are the best alternatives to Google Play Books?+

Popular alternatives in ott, music & entertainment apps include MX Player, JioHotstar, JioSaavn. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Google Play Books deployed?+

Google Play Books is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web, Android and iOS apps.