Epic! (Epic Family)
#2 in Kids Learning · Rated 4.6
40k+ books, audiobooks, and videos for kids
Epic! is a leading digital library and reading platform for kids up to about 12 years old. It offers a vast catalog of illustrated books, chapter books, audiobooks, and educational videos, with a Read-To-Me feature and a dedicated classroom/teacher offering. The consumer plan provides unlimited access to a wide library, while Epic School serves teachers with free access for classrooms. The platform emphasizes reading engagement, personalized recommendations, and offline reading options. Content includes multilingual titles (English, Spanish, Chinese, French), making it accessible to a global audience. Epic’s strength lies in its enormous scale, broad publisher partnerships, and a family-friendly reading experience that supports independent reading, guided reading, and SEL-oriented content. It competes with other kid-focused libraries by delivering a highly-curated, age-appropriate mix of fiction and non-fiction.
Features
- 40,000+ books, audiobooks, and learning videos
- Read-To-Me and offline reading options
- Personalized recommendations and progress tracking
- Educator dashboards and Epic School Plus for schools
- Multilingual content (English, Spanish, Chinese, French)
Pros
- Huge library with diverse genres and formats
- Strong classroom/teacher features via Epic School
- Kid-friendly, ad-free environment
- Accessible offline with Read-To-Me modes
- Cross-device syncing
Cons
- Subscription cost for families can be significant over time
- Some titles may be region-locked or language-limited