I tried a few, in particular calibre web, but Booklore is the first one that I found that really worked for me. The kobo sync integration was a dealbreaker for me, so most of these aren’t an...
I tried a few, in particular calibre web, but Booklore is the first one that I found that really worked for me. The kobo sync integration was a dealbreaker for me, so most of these aren’t an option for me. But I can say that booklore is pretty good.
Another option that isn’t mentioned is audiobookshelf. Despite the name, it also supports ebooks. And it is definitely the best way to manage audiobooks.
Does BookLore work with the stock Kobo firmware? I got my partner one as a gift for their upcoming birthday, but I was figuring I'd just put KOReader on it and sync it to Ubooquity that way. If BL...
Does BookLore work with the stock Kobo firmware? I got my partner one as a gift for their upcoming birthday, but I was figuring I'd just put KOReader on it and sync it to Ubooquity that way. If BL supports syncing with stock hardware, that might actually change my calculus on switching servers.
It does! The kobo software is actually incredibly open. When you plug it into a computer, it mounts as a removable device. That is how you sideload books. But there is a hidden folder with some...
It does!
The kobo software is actually incredibly open. When you plug it into a computer, it mounts as a removable device. That is how you sideload books. But there is a hidden folder with some config files. One of the config files has a key for the kobo api. You replace that api with a url generated by booklore. Your server does need to be publicly accessible, or syncing will only work on the local network (I use tailscale funnel for this). Booklore will pretend to be the kobo api and let you download your books. It also proxies to the real kobo api, so your kobo purchased books are still there, you can buy new books, and you can rent books from the library still.
Just set up a Booklore instance on my home server and I'm really liking it! Managing metadata feels significantly less clunky than Calibre. Searching for and swapping covers is super easy. The...
Just set up a Booklore instance on my home server and I'm really liking it! Managing metadata feels significantly less clunky than Calibre. Searching for and swapping covers is super easy. The OPDS server setup was fairly easy and I can now sync with koreader which is extra handy since I'm using a Pocketbook device.
Has anyone tried any of the alternatives to Calibre Web? I have one setup and running and it's really hit or miss on any of the functions actually working. If it did work properly it would be...
Has anyone tried any of the alternatives to Calibre Web? I have one setup and running and it's really hit or miss on any of the functions actually working. If it did work properly it would be wonderful since I have my server running and have tailscale enabled on my eBook Reader (Boox Go 7).
I've been using Ubooquity for years with no issues. I don't use the web interface all that often, but it works fine and the OPDS support has never given me an issue. BookLore looks nice, but...
I've been using Ubooquity for years with no issues. I don't use the web interface all that often, but it works fine and the OPDS support has never given me an issue.
BookLore looks nice, but unless Ubooquity stops working for me at some point, I don't feel like putting in the effort to switch yet.
I have Ubooquity installed - it's been pretty solid for me. I primarily use it for graphic novels as I really like the full screen interface on a portrait screen Unfortunately I still don't own a...
I have Ubooquity installed - it's been pretty solid for me. I primarily use it for graphic novels as I really like the full screen interface on a portrait screen
Unfortunately I still don't own a tablet to actually use it with, but it's there and I know how it works so maybe one day I'll have a good one stop shop
I tried a few, in particular calibre web, but Booklore is the first one that I found that really worked for me. The kobo sync integration was a dealbreaker for me, so most of these aren’t an option for me. But I can say that booklore is pretty good.
Another option that isn’t mentioned is audiobookshelf. Despite the name, it also supports ebooks. And it is definitely the best way to manage audiobooks.
Does BookLore work with the stock Kobo firmware? I got my partner one as a gift for their upcoming birthday, but I was figuring I'd just put KOReader on it and sync it to Ubooquity that way. If BL supports syncing with stock hardware, that might actually change my calculus on switching servers.
It does!
The kobo software is actually incredibly open. When you plug it into a computer, it mounts as a removable device. That is how you sideload books. But there is a hidden folder with some config files. One of the config files has a key for the kobo api. You replace that api with a url generated by booklore. Your server does need to be publicly accessible, or syncing will only work on the local network (I use tailscale funnel for this). Booklore will pretend to be the kobo api and let you download your books. It also proxies to the real kobo api, so your kobo purchased books are still there, you can buy new books, and you can rent books from the library still.
Just set up a Booklore instance on my home server and I'm really liking it! Managing metadata feels significantly less clunky than Calibre. Searching for and swapping covers is super easy. The OPDS server setup was fairly easy and I can now sync with koreader which is extra handy since I'm using a Pocketbook device.
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Has anyone tried any of the alternatives to Calibre Web? I have one setup and running and it's really hit or miss on any of the functions actually working. If it did work properly it would be wonderful since I have my server running and have tailscale enabled on my eBook Reader (Boox Go 7).
I've been using Ubooquity for years with no issues. I don't use the web interface all that often, but it works fine and the OPDS support has never given me an issue.
BookLore looks nice, but unless Ubooquity stops working for me at some point, I don't feel like putting in the effort to switch yet.
I don't see Audio Bookshelf listed, but it's been a fantastic solution (for me) to self host audiobooks. And it does have eBook support.
I have Ubooquity installed - it's been pretty solid for me. I primarily use it for graphic novels as I really like the full screen interface on a portrait screen
Unfortunately I still don't own a tablet to actually use it with, but it's there and I know how it works so maybe one day I'll have a good one stop shop