Your Pocket-Sized
Knowledge Companion
The Ultimate Book Summary and Podcast App
for Unlocking Big Ideas
Why Choose Acorn
Acorn isn't just another book summary app—Acorn makes it easy to
learn, grow, and stay inspired.
500+ Curated Audio Summaries &
Podcasts
Absorb key insights and explore engaging topics on
the go with expertly narrated summaries and
curated podcasts.
Collect Quote and Idea Cards While
Listening
Save, organize, and share your favorite
quotes from books and podcasts to revisit
your inspirations anytime.
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Dive deeper into key concepts, examples, and
ask questions —right as you listen.
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inspiration to every moment
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feeling like I have to 'work' at it. It's like
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Absolutely.
Being wise isn't about memorizing facts — it's about learning how to think, reflect, and make better decisions. With Acorn's daily audio insights, you don't need to finish long books.
Whether you're curious about books about mind body and soul, or want to reflect on Marcus Aurelius quotes, Acorn distills powerful ideas into 5-minute daily doses.
Headway and Acorn both help people learn faster. But Acorn focuses on depth, reflection, and real application.
We combine summaries + guided deep dives — think of it as a daily mental gym for wisdom-building.
Already searching "how to cancel Headway subscription"? Try Acorn instead — we make learning more meaningful, not just faster.
Yes, and more.
If you're searching for podcasts that read books to you, Acorn gives you expert-narrated book takeaways, but also includes reflection prompts, weekly themes, and interactive experiences.
It's like a podcast meets a journal — you're not just listening, you're thinking deeper.
Plenty. Some Acorn favorites include:
- Law 45 from the 48 Laws of Power — Understand when to change direction in life
- Self-improvement newsletters — Curated weekly takeaways to grow better habits
- Useful hobbies — Learn how curiosity in small things builds long-term wisdom
Definitely.
That's what Acorn is built for.
Whether you're brushing your teeth, walking the dog, or decompressing after work, you only need 15 minutes a day to feel wiser, calmer, and more grounded.
We've got you. Your Learning Journey, Always in Sync.
We automatically track your listening progress, so you'll always pick up right where you left off—whether you paused mid-sentence or switched devices.
All your listened books are saved in My Library, where you can easily revisit past content, explore your personal learning history, and dive deeper into your individual progress.
"Every morning, I play one Acorn summary while brushing my teeth — it's like a podcast that reads books to you, but smarter.
From topics like how to be wise to useful hobbies that build focus, Acorn makes personal growth effortless."
"I tried Headway before, but Acorn feels like it's designed for people who want to actually grow — not just finish books.
It's the best book summary app I've used. The short audios + reflection prompts have helped me stay grounded. I'm learning faster, but also deeper."
"I never thought I'd love philosophy until Acorn gave me a 5-minute audio on Marcus Aurelius quotes about love and control.
I bookmarked it. Played it again. And reflected for days.
More than self-improvement — this is soul-improvement."
"I listen to Acorn on the way to work. One day it's a summary of the 48 laws of power, the next it's a guide on mind body and soul balance.
This is my secret to showing up sharp without scrolling endlessly."
"When I feel overwhelmed, I open Acorn. Even 1 session — like the one on Law 45: Preach the need for change, but never reform too much at once — gives me perspective.
If you want to grow wiser, calmer, and smarter… this is it."
"I've tried so many self improvement apps, but Acorn is the only one that actually changed my thinking. Their short audio summaries on psychology books have helped me understand myself better.
It's like having a pocket therapist and life coach combined."
"As a busy mom, I love that I can learn faster with Acorn during small moments of my day. Whether I'm waiting at school pickup or making dinner, I can absorb ideas that make me feel more inspired and connected."
Finally, personal growth that fits into real life!"
"I've shifted from read vs listen debates to just using Acorn. Now my morning routine includes their 'Daily Insight' feature, and it's transformed how I approach challenges.
What I love most is how they connect ideas across different books and topics. It's learning with context."
"After years of starting books and never finishing them, Acorn has helped me experience a perspective shift. Now I understand the core ideas of bestsellers in just minutes.
This app proves you can work smarter not harder with your personal development."
