Can You Listen to Audible Audiobooks on Kobo eReader? Fixed!

Part 1. How to Play Audible on Kobo eReader - Tool Needed

It is noted that some Kobo eReaders models won't play audiobooks. Some models like Kobo Sage, Kobo Elipsa, and Kobo Libra 2 can. But Audible audiobooks are protected and can't be imported to other devices or players for playback directly. Kobo eReaders can support MP3 audio format now.

In this case, you need to convert Audible audiobooks to Kobo-supported audio formats first. To make it, you can use AudFree Audible Audiobook Converter. It is a powerful tool to convert Audible audiobooks to MP3, AIFF, FLAC, WAV and more audio formats. So, you can use it to get Audible audiobooks for Kobo eReader.

Besides, this tool allows you to reset audio parameters like audio codec, bit rate, sample rate and more for Audible audiobooks. Also, it will keep the original audio quality of Audible books as well as save full ID3 tags. Moreover, it supports to split audiobooks into smaller chapters for playback easily. After the conversion, you can move Audible audiobooks to Kobo eReader for playing.

AudFree Audible Audiobook Converter

• Convert Audible audiobooks to MP3, FLAC, etc.
• Adjust output bit rate, sample rate, etc. for audiobooks
• Split Audible books into small chapters
• Transfer Audible audiobooks to Kobo eReader

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Part 2. How to Convert Audible Audiobooks for Kobo eReader

Now, you can get a detailed tutorial as follows to convert Audible audiobooks to Kobo-compatible audio files. Then you can transfer Audible audiobooks to Kobo eReader for playing.

Step 1Upload Audible Audiobooks to AudFree

Launch the AudFree Audio Converter for Windows or Mac version after you download and install it on your computer. After that, you can see the main interface of AudFree program. At the same time, the iTunes app will pop up. Now, click the 'Add Files' button on the bottom left of the screen. Then you can browse and add the Audible books to the interface from the iTunes library. So, you need to add audiobooks to iTunes from Audible first.

Step 2Set Output Parameters for Audible Kobo eReader

Find and hit the 'audio' icon on the bottom right of the interface. Then you can set the output format as MP3, etc. for Kobo. Moreover, you can personalize the audio channel, audio codec, bit rate and sample rate for better playback on Kobo eReader. Once set, tap 'OK'.

Step 3Convert Audible audiobooks for Kobo eReader

Now, it's time to start converting Audible audiobooks to Kobo-supported audio files. Please tap the 'Convert' button at the bottom. Then AudFree program will start the conversion process. A while later, you can locate the converted Audible audio files in the output folder you set.

Step 4Transfer Audible audiobooks to Kobo

At last, you can sideload Audible MP3 files to Kobo for playing. But you need to zip the files first and rename them as a .mp3z file. After that, connect your Kobo eReader to your computer and upload the zip files to it. Later, you can play Audible on Kobo without any issue.

Part 3. FAQs about Audible Kobo

Q1: Can I Listen to My Audible Books on Kobo?

A: No. You can't directly play Audible audiobooks on Kobo as they are not integrated. But you can seek help from AudFree Audible Audiobook Converter to make it.

Q2: Can I Transfer My Audible Books to Kobo?

A: Yes. But you need to convert Audible audiobooks to Kobo-compatible audio files via AudFree Audible Converter first. Then you can import Audible books to Kobo eReader for playback.

Q3: Kobo vs Audible, Which Is Better?

A: Audible offers lots of bestsellers and popular audiobooks. And it is easy to use and offers different price plans to users. While Kobo has a large selection and costs less. So, it depends on your choice.

Part 4. In Conclusion

From above, you can listen to Audible audiobooks on Kobo eReader with the help of AudFree Audio Converter. By using this tool, the Audible books can be converted to Kobo-supported audio formats and kept in original quality. Then you can enjoy Audible books on your Kobo device with ease.