xigxag: Your Top Audible Alternative for 2025
Are you an audiobook lover in the UK searching for an alternative to Audible? Do you want an ethical audiobook app that gives you more control and doesn’t tie you to a monthly subscription? Look no further than xigxag. In 2025, xigxag continues to be the ideal choice for listeners who want to buy audiobooks without a subscription, offering a flexible, affordable, and ethically-minded platform.
Say Goodbye to Subscriptions: A True Pay-as-You-Go Model
One of the biggest frustrations for many listeners is the pressure of a monthly subscription. With xigxag, you can finally cancel your Audible subscription and embrace a truly flexible approach to listening. We are a subscription-free audiobook app, which means you only pay for the books you want, when you want them. There are no monthly fees, no unused credits to worry about, and no feeling of being limited to a set number of books or listening hours per month. This model is perfect for casual audiobook listeners, binge listeners, or anyone who wants to manage their budget with a pay-as-you-go audiobook app.
What’s more, we believe in rewarding our community. Our unique pricing model means the more you listen, the less you pay. After every five full-price books you buy, the price of your next purchases automatically drops, giving you even better value on top of our already competitive prices. You can find out more about our pricing model here.
We’re also the only audiobook platform in the UK that accepts National Book Tokens. You can redeem your National Book Tokens for audiobooks when you purchase on our website.
An Ethical Audiobook App That Puts People and Planet First
In a world dominated by big tech, it’s more important than ever to support companies that align with your values. As a certified B Corp, xigxag is committed to social and environmental responsibility. We’re proud to have been recognised as a Best Buy by Ethical Consumer, demonstrating our dedication to ethical business practices.
When you choose xigxag, you’re not just getting an audiobook; you’re supporting an independent company that prioritises its community, minimises its carbon footprint, and strives to make a positive impact. We offer a genuine Audible alternative for the ethically conscious consumer.
The x-book®: Listen, Read, and More
Beyond our flexible pricing and ethical credentials, xigxag offers an enhanced listening experience unlike any other. Our innovative x-book® combines the audiobook, text, and images into a brilliant integrated format. This unique feature allows you to seamlessly switch between listening and reading, giving you the best of both worlds. Not all audiobooks on the xigxag app are x-books, but you can recognise an x-book by the purple ribbon on the cover, or filter by x-book when you search our catalogue.
Listen and Read Katabasis by R.G. Kuang with the x-book!
With the x-book®, you can:
- Listen to the professionally narrated audiobook.
- Read the text simultaneously.
- Search for specific words or phrases within the text.
- View illustrations or images embedded in the book.
- Save and share your favorite quotes.
- Lookup words.
Our app is packed with user-friendly features like custom playback speeds, sleep timers, carplay, and offline listening, all designed to make your journey through the story as enjoyable as possible.
A Growing Library of Bestsellers and New Releases
Whether you’re looking for the latest bestsellers, classic novels, or thought-provoking non-fiction, xigxag has a continuously expanding library of over 120,000 titles to explore. Our curated collections help you discover your next favourite book, from Romantasy and Full Cast Audio, to Memoirs read by the author. You can also save with our monthly Listen For Less selection with titles from a brilliant range of genres for just £3.99 each. We work with leading publishers to bring you a wide range of titles and new authors, ensuring you’ll always find something to captivate you.
Every month we offer a wide range of titles at a discounted price. Our latest selection includes Smartphone Nation by Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr, available for just £3.99 during September 2025.
Getting Started is Simple and Free
Ready to make the switch? Joining the xigxag community is easy and requires no financial commitment to get started.
- Download the xigxag app from the App Store or Google Play.
- Create a profile – no payment details needed to browse!
- Browse and buy the audiobooks you want. Once you have a profile you can purchase directly in the app or via our website.
- Listen anytime, anywhere. Enjoy your books with offline listening and seamless syncing across all your devices.
Join the Community Today: Your Perfect Audible Alternative Awaits
If you’re looking for a top-rated Audible alternative in the UK, seeking an ethical audiobook app, or simply want to find an audiobook app without a subscription, xigxag is the answer. Our platform offers a fairer, more flexible way to enjoy audiobooks while supporting a company that cares.
Download the xigxag app today and discover why thousands of listeners have made the switch to a better, more ethical way to read.
