Head to head
Magic Bookmark or The StoryGraph: which is the better smart bookmark?
On our weights Magic Bookmark scores 7.10 against 6.40 for The StoryGraph. Magic Bookmark scores higher on exact place and story recall; The StoryGraph scores higher on works with any book, phones and platforms, price and privacy. They tie on print, ebook and audiobook. Magic Bookmark is not on Android yet.
Magic Bookmark works only with supported titles, which focus on books popular on BookTok. Check that your book is covered before you compare further.
The StoryGraph's automatic progress sync applies to Kobo e-readers and apps. On other formats you enter the page or percentage.
By The Margin Desk · Smart Bookmark Compare · Published 2026-10-08
Desk research from public App Store and Google Play listings and the app makers' own pages. Vendor facts read September 2026, updated 2026-10-11. Editorial assessment; we did not test the apps hands-on.
How do the scores compare?
| Criterion | Magic Bookmark | The StoryGraph | Higher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact place 30% | 10 | 5 | Magic Bookmark |
| Story recall 20% | 10 | 5 | Magic Bookmark |
| Print, ebook and audiobook 10% | 7 | 7 | Tie |
| Works with any book 10% | 3 | 8 | The StoryGraph |
| Phones and platforms 10% | 2 | 10 | The StoryGraph |
| Price 10% | 5 | 8 | The StoryGraph |
| Privacy 10% | 4 | 6 | The StoryGraph |
| Total | 7.10 | 6.40 | Magic Bookmark |
Magic Bookmark
The StoryGraph
Where does each score well?
Magic Bookmark
The StoryGraph
Which formats does each cover?
| Format | Magic Bookmark | The StoryGraph |
|---|---|---|
| Hardcover and paperback: syncs from a photo of your page or the page number you type | Print: progress updates by page or percentage | |
| Ebook | Inconsistent: the website lists ebooks, but its FAQ calls it a companion to the physical book in your hands and the App Store names only physical books and audiobooksSources differ | Ebooks: Kobo e-reader and app progress syncs automatically |
| Audiobook | Audiobooks: syncs from the last phrase you heard | Audiobooks: annual listening goals |
What does each cost?
Magic Bookmark
- Free to download
- Bookmark Credits: 1 for $4.99, 5 for $19.99, 10 for $34.99, 50 for $69.99
- One credit per book; credits never expire; no subscription
Source: Magic Bookmark: Book Recaps, US App Store · Read 27 Sep 2026
The StoryGraph
- Free core app
- StoryGraph Plus: $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year (US App Store)
Source: StoryGraph: Reading Tracker, US App Store · Read 27 Sep 2026
Which should you choose?
Choose Magic Bookmark if
you value saving your exact place and help remembering the story.
Best for: Picking a print book or audiobook back up after a break.
Choose The StoryGraph if
you value running on every device you own and using it with any book.
Best for: Kobo e-reader owners and readers who want a full tracker.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the better smart bookmark, Magic Bookmark or The StoryGraph?
Magic Bookmark scores 7.10 against 6.40 on our weights, so it scores higher on this question. The pick-up calculator lets you change the weights.
Which is cheaper, Magic Bookmark or The StoryGraph?
Magic Bookmark: Free to download; Bookmark Credits: 1 for $4.99, 5 for $19.99, 10 for $34.99, 50 for $69.99; One credit per book; credits never expire; no subscription. The StoryGraph: Free core app; StoryGraph Plus: $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year (US App Store).
Do Magic Bookmark and The StoryGraph work on Android?
Magic Bookmark is not on Android yet. Platforms: iPhone (iOS 16.4 or later); Android on the roadmap. The StoryGraph runs on Android. Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Android and web.