Compare Digital Audiobook Services
We have two services that offer audiobooks: OverDrive and hoopla. Many users utilize both to maximize entertainment value, but it may be difficult to differentiate and choose between the two. Here are some comparisons of the two services.
For more information on each service, including instructions and FAQs, please see our Overview pages.
NOTICE: Audiobooks that were previously available through the RBdigital service will be migrated to Overdrive beginning Monday, September 21, 2020. This process may take a couple days. After which, the audiobooks will no longer be available through RBdigital, and may be accessed through Overdrive. Magazines will continue to be available through RBdigital.
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OverDrive
hoopla
Stream titles on computers and mobile devices
OverDrive: yes
hoopla: yes
Download titles for offline listening
OverDrive: yes
hoopla: mobile devices only
How many items can I check out?
OverDrive: 10 titles at a time; no limit over time
hoopla: 12 items a month
How many items can I have on hold?
OverDrive: 15 items
hoopla: no holds; all items always available
Can I suggest a title/purchase?
OverDrive: yes
hoopla: no
Non-fiction titles
OverDrive: some
hoopla: stronger
Collections, in general
OverDrive: stronger on bestsellers
hoopla: stronger on niche titles/publishers