# Kotobee Author Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Kotobee Author the right eLearning Authoring Tools solution for you? Explore 69 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/160177/Kotobee-Author/reviews --- Kotobee Author 4.6 (69) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/160177/Kotobee-Author/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Kotobee Author Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.7 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews SH Saul H Academic DirectorEducation Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I think it's a very good sign when a company offers Linux (Ubuntu) versions, as they are more inclusive, technologically advanced, and committed to their customers (even though Linux isn't mainstream).“ November 25, 2025 MS Moni S Creative ProducerMedia Production, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It's a buggy piece of software that constantly generates error messages in the html code.“ November 27, 2023 TC Themis C Associate professorE-Learning, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It is a unique software that gives an e-book author the freedom to do things that no other peer software can“ November 18, 2025 MS Moni S Creative ProducerMedia Production, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “None of the exports look like the preview nor are they compliant with the latest epub 3 software.“ November 27, 2023 SH Saul H Academic DirectorEducation Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “They offers customer service in several languages.“ November 25, 2025 PA Philip A Content Writer/EditorInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “At times we need to work on elementary books where pupils will be asked to merge two pictures portraying the same meaning together, but we couldn't work it out the way we wanted, we had to use another strategy.“ September 3, 2020 SH Saul H Academic DirectorEducation Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It is a versatile and technologically advanced tool that is constantly improving its technical capabilities.“ November 25, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 69 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jim Paul B. Teacher E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Kotobee for Developing Interactive E-books" March 12, 2021 5.0 As a teacher, I find Kotobee Author as a very useful tool in developing learning materials that capitalize on e-learning as its format and way of delivery. With this tool, I have unlimited opportunities to engage my students in meaningful, engaging, and interesting way to learn stuff. Its special features such as photo galleries, integrated animations and videos, and interactive quizzes with real-time feedback are a sure hit among the learners. Add on the list the myriad of widgets that can be used in incorporating gamification in the classroom or in online distance learning. I cannot ask for more. It's a time-saving, all-in authoring tool for teachers like me! More power, Kotobee! Pros Kotobee Author has all the tools one needs in making an interactive e-book. I love the fact that its output can take several formats: an embeddable tool in various LMS platforms, a separate mobile application, or as an e-pub material. Further, I find its features very engaging. For example, third-party elements can be integrated in the e-book such as Hot Potatoes, Eclipse Crossword, and Word Search Puzzle Maker. And with the aid of basic coding, one can facilitate unlimited materials using HTML 5 Package. Finally, the tool gets updated more often than not, which I find so interesting since every update comes with improved features. Oh, and I'd also like to add that its customer support is top-of-the-line, since it gives free one-on-one demos or tutorials which the user can schedule in his/her most convenient time. Awesome! Cons It has everything I needed in looking for a quality authoring tool, but Kotobee software can still be improved if it could allow more access to its elements and features even offline. It's not all the time that I'm connected to a WiFi, and in cases where internet connection is poor, it becomes challenging to proceed working on the platform, though one once is already connected to the net, the application tool automatically syncs and saves your work, so nothing goes to waste. Review Source SH Saul H. Academic Director Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "I am not going anywhere, Kotobee Author is my reliable work tool" November 25, 2025 5.0 1\. I had some issues at the beginning with my account and payment (because my error), but they resolved them successfully. 2. They had stopped supporting the Ubuntu version (my desktop uses Linux). But they recently resumed support. Not all companies offer a Linux version. I think it's a very good sign when a company offers Linux (Ubuntu) versions, as they are more inclusive, technologically advanced, and committed to their customers (even though Linux isn't mainstream). 3. They offers customer service in several languages. I am especially happy and grateful to \[sensitive content hidden\], who, along with the Kotobee team, took charge of resolving the issues. He is friendly, very professional, and genuinely interested in helping his clients. I am not going anywhere, Kotobee Author is my reliable work tool. Thank you so much Kotobee team. Pros I am an adult educator, creator of Moodle courses, LMS and language learning materials (including SCORM), ebook editor (6K plus ebooks published), and administrator of educational infoproduct websites. Kotobee Author is the best and most complete technological tool I have ever used in my life. It is a versatile and technologically advanced tool that is constantly improving its technical capabilities. An all-in-one tool for creating very smart and impressive books for end consumers, and easy and powerful to use for creators. I love they have YouTube tutorials and updated documentation. Cons Not yet. It would be nice to have possibility to add more devices. Sometimes I am not working with my desktop, and I want to use my laptop or cellphone. But I did not search seriously, maybe they already have that possibility. Switched from [Adobe Learning Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/145872/Adobe-Captivate-Prime/)[Articulate 360](https://www.capterra.com/p/156978/Articulate-360/) Because Kotobee offers better features and i like to have the software installed and can work without internet. Review Source Response from Kotobee December 8, 2025 Thank you so much, Saul! We’re honored that Kotobee Author has become your trusted tool, and we truly appreciate your detailed and thoughtful feedback. We’re also glad our team could support you along the way, and we’ll make sure your message reaches them. Thank you for being part of the Kotobee community. The Kotobee Team AM Anthony M. Chief Executive Officer Broadcast Media Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Buyer Beware" December 12, 2024 1.0 Good at first, then quickly went down hill Pros At first, the ease of creating our interactive eBooks. Cons The lack of transparency of their products and severe lack of communication Review Source Response from Kotobee December 29, 2024 Hi Anthony, we’re sorry to hear about your experience with Kotobee. We pride ourselves on transparency and communication, so it's disheartening to know we fell short of your expectations. We’d love to learn more about the specific issues you encountered to better address them and improve our services. Please feel free to reach out to us at support@kotobee.com so we can resolve any outstanding concerns and ensure your experience with Kotobee meets the standards we aim for. DB Daniel B. Curriculum Developer E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Could not be more pleased!" October 27, 2024 5.0 It has enabled me to create dynamic and great looking eBooks. Not only that, I am able to monetize them for classes I teach. I've been selling ebooks for about 6 weeks. By the end of next week, I will have sold almost 5k worth of books. Pros The learning curve is pretty easy. It's got a lot of options, so figuring them out may be a challenge. But the support team is simply amazing. Every time I could not figure something out, they were there to help. I can't praise the support team enough. Cons Creating a hosted library is a bit expensive. Alternatives considered [Amazon S3](https://www.capterra.com/p/174285/Amazon-S3/) Reason for choosing Kotobee Author I actually signed up for trials on 3 other online eBook publishers, but they were very disappointing. So once I found Kotobee, I was blown away. What's more, I am way more impressed now that I was when I first signed up. Trust me, there is no other eBook publisher, including Kindle, that provides the features and cost-effectiveness that Kotobee provides. Review Source Response from Kotobee November 5, 2024 Hi Daniel, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear Kotobee Author has helped you create and monetize your ebooks so successfully, and we’re glad our support team could be there for you along the way. We understand that hosted library costs can add up, and we’re always working to improve affordability. Please feel free to share any feedback with us! Thanks again for choosing Kotobee—we’re excited to see your continued success! LC Law C. CEO E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great Solution" January 2, 2021 5.0 Overall, so far it is a great solution for my company's goals. Pros The features and integration with other apps Cons No cons at this point. The customer service seems to really value the customer. Switched from [ProProfs LMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/129609/ProProfs-LMS/) I researched Kotobee and found it to me a better solution. Review Source MJP Maria Joana P. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Kotobee is the ebook maker you wanted to be" September 3, 2020 5.0 I love using this software most especially for creating my customized materials for the lesson. Pros The kotobee author is very user friendly most especially for teachers who are beginning to embrace remote learning with our teaching. What I also like most of this software is that you can organize your lessons in a way that it is interactive for the learners. Cons The software could have built in application so that it will be easier to navigate and create materials most especially for teachers. Alternatives considered [Nearpod](https://www.capterra.com/p/122875/Nearpod/) Reason for choosing Kotobee Author I love the functionality of Kotobee author and its user friendly features Review Source TC Themis C. Associate professor E-Learning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "An honest review on Kotobee as a tool for academic e-book authoring" November 18, 2025 5.0 Words cannot begin to describe my superb experience with the customer service; they are there 24/7, despite the time difference with the US. They will provide the help and support that one needs Pros I have searched extensively to find the right tool for authoring an academic e-book. Kotobee was my last stop. It is a unique software that gives an e-book author the freedom to do things that no other peer software can Cons Some minor glitches were encountered while editing, especially with formatting, but nothing too glaring. Review Source Response from Kotobee November 20, 2025 Thank you, Themis! We're really glad Kotobee Author has been a solid match for your academic work. And our support team will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We're always here if you need anything! AS Andrew S. Owner Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great product, great service - thank you!" August 6, 2025 5.0 I never intended to write my book, certainly not an e-book. I spent a long time researching and decided that Kotobee was what I wanted - and I know I made the right decision - thank you! Pros I found Kotobee very easy to use and I am very happy with the finished product. I must say that the customer service is excellent, in particular Nadeen who is always there to help me! Cons I don't have anything negative to say about Kotobee Author. I had never used anything like it before, but it was a great experience! Review Source Response from Kotobee August 7, 2025 Thank you, Andrew! We’re glad Kotobee was the right choice for your first ebook and happy to hear Nadeen was such a help. Wishing you all the best in your writing journey! The Kotobee Team Mark Anthony J. EdTech Specialist Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Kotobee Authoriffic!" May 10, 2020 5.0 Kotobee Author allowed our teacher participants in our several trainings here in the Philippines to create their own interactive ebook that is contextualized and personalized according to the needs of their learners and the learning competencies required. It also allows them to use it offline which solves the internet connection problem in some areas. Exciting future for digital authoring for teachers! Pros Kotobee Author brings out your innate creativity! Its easy to create your own interactive ebook that can be read online or offline. I love the flexibilities such as built-in testing and exporting in different devices/platforms, the rich content that can excite and motivate our learners and the over all experience that can definitely transform education in this 4IR. Cons None at all but if you can allow us to use a library of books for kids for free in our commons.deped.gov.ph site (which can be accessed here in the Phil using Free Data) that would be awesome! Reason for choosing Kotobee Author Easy to use and Flexibility to different platforms. Review Source Stu M. Tutor, Deputy Chairman Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Seniornet Upper Hutt Inc takes on Kotobee Author, for technology e-book publishing" November 27, 2019 5.0 We had a meeting, just two days before I found this gem in SharewareOnSale, free and it normally cost $159 (US dollars), about making videos - which may still happen, or this is the alternative and came to us at the right time. Pros Although it DOES have a lot that it CAN do, it takes you through, guides you around the more complex parts. Nice to get a fully "as if you paid for it" giveaway from SharewareOnSale the other day, we have been looking for something we can \[a\] make, even in the e-book format, EPUB-compatible of course, \[b\] hopefully sell (each downloaded copy of an e-book) to raise funds, on a per-download basis, \[c\] teaching people how to use software like Office 2019 from Microsoft and hopefully in a friendly interactive "ask questions" kind of way. Cons I have not had any prior experience with "composing" a book, including being a writer, LOL - titles and chapters etc, they are needed, but it can be a bit tricky with naming of each part. Reason for choosing Kotobee Author As above, first time we have EVER considered putting e-books together, to raise money, to ensure our charity's survival - \[SENSITIVE CONTENT HIDDEN\]- we are based on Seniornet USA, which started around 1986, teaching retired people how to use technology. Review Source MMG Merzel Mark G. Teacher I Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "My Kotobee Author Review" September 5, 2020 5.0 My overall experience with Kotobee author is that Kotobee author is a very useful tool for me as Math teacher. Honestly, when the DepEd introduced this wonderful authoring tool, I feel very excited to learn this authoring tool and when I used it, I find Kotobee Author a user friendly tool for making ebooks and also this authoring tool can be integrate in other softwares that can help us teachers in creating an ebook for our students who have an eager to learn and explore the world. Pros The Kotobee author is a good tool for e-learning and creating ebooks. I like the features and functionalities of the said software and I like the designing of the page of the ebook whether it is fixed or reflowable. Mostly, I used the reflowable since the size of the fonts is not changing. I like also the inclusion of the interactivity media such as audio, video, a simple interactive test and many more. All the functionalities of the ebook are very useful and essential for e learning. Also, I like the customization of the ebook which helps me to improve the design of my ebook in any devices. Cons The least like is the interactive test questions because its lack the equation editing when I want to include questions on Mathematics or even in some branches of Science that includes calculation such as Physics and Chemistry but I'm still hoping that in future updates of the Kotobee author, this inclusion of equation editing in questions may include in your future updates. Review Source JG James G. President Individual & Family Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "This is a game changer!" September 4, 2020 4.0 With Kotobee Author we can now produce digital content in any number of formats without having to be an expert in each format. This is a game changer! Pros Just imagine - one software that's as easy to learn and use as a word processing program, but can output in various kinds of digital formats. It makes becoming a digital document pro easy and fast! Cons There are still some bugs in the system, but Tech Support is fast to correct them. Review Source AB Abdulwasiu B. Used the software for: ### "A Must Have Authoring Software!" April 16, 2017 5.0 Kotobee Author is no doubt my dreamed software. All of my authoring efforts now depends on this gorgeous baby. Whenever I am using this software, I always feel like having had access to Kotobee Author since 2011/2012. It is almost unbelievable that it is even free to create/export Webapps, Desktop apps, Kindle books, among others. This is not to even talk of some advanced functionalities that you may not be aware of until you start using this simple to use, excellent software. What is even most outstanding about the company owning this invaluable software is there excellent support. I asked every little things from them and guess what, I got wonderful support in short period of time, and many a time, instantly. You can't but continuously seeing success ahead of you as a serious author when you start using Kotobee Author. I always wonder the great number of successful authors, who knows what they are doing and using this software as it should be used, that will be produced in the near feature! I pray God for long life and numerous success for the company/people behind Kotobee Author so that they could be able to serve humanity for long. Review Source Response from Kotobee April 27, 2017 Thank you for sharing your experience, Abdulwasiu. And many thanks for the overwhelming wishes and prayers. We firmly believe in our product and that's why our support team is so dedicated! MD Matt D. Director E-Learning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "This is a fantastic, easy-to-use tool for producing ebooks and apps. " May 8, 2017 5.0 Pros Kotobee is always releasing new and highly useful functionality. Every time we see an update, it seems to include something great that we hadn't even thought of. So we regularly update our apps with new functionality, which keeps users coming back to our apps. The functionality and scope of Kotobee Author is great, but something else that sets this company apart is its dedication to its customers. I never feel like I'm waiting to get a response to an email, and if I experience a problem, the Kotobee team find a solution straight away. They really are second to none. Review Source PS Peter S. CEO Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Seamless and gorgeous product! BEST E-BOOK ON THE MARKET " May 5, 2017 5.0 Pros The authoring tool made publishing our e-books really simple. We love all of the "export" formats and user controls. With the addition of Google Analytics to track user activity Im 100% converted. Cons I don't love the color purple. Thats really the ONLY thing I can think of. The Kotobee team was incredibly helpful when we had questions. Review Source JN Joel N. Director Management Consulting Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Kotobee Author a Tool for eBooks and Training" May 19, 2020 5.0 By using Kotobee Author I can deliver into several file types compared to competitors, that means engaging big group of customers. Pros Kotobee Author is feature rich, features I have been looking for long that I tried dozens of similar software, only to google Kotobee Author. Kotobee Author is well guided, and flexible to derive fabulous digital media. It combines images, voice and video media in the same work to maximize customer engagement. The free version is very rich as compared to competitors. I recommend to serious authors. Cons There is a room for improvement always, like import from MS Word, images and table of content are not imported, however it creates both in a very nice styles... Review Source NB Norven B. Teacher E-Learning Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "The Kotobe Author" May 23, 2020 5.0 Great! Pros It will give you a seamless experience in accomplishing your voluminous tasks in making modules, e-books, worksheets, quizzes, periodic exams that a mentor must do. Cons The one- time payment for the installation of an app. Reason for choosing Kotobee Author Very friendly to the user, both students, and teachers, including administrators. Review Source MRS Mery Rose S. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "User-friendly application" September 5, 2020 5.0 It was easy to use, I navigated it even without so much knowledge in it. It's user-friendly. Just want explored every button and option to check what will happen and I was amazed by the functionality of this software. Pros The features of Kotobee is easy to navigate. It allows collaboration and usage of other useful applications too. It is distinct to other similar applications since you can use it as a stand-alone software or integrate other softwares as attachments. Cons I think a free version of this product is a must for some whose aim is to explore the usefulness of the application first before purchasing a full version. Review Source MF Maddi F. Instructional Designer and Multimedia Specialist Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Wonderful!! Kotobee has some wonderful products to help you create and share some awesome eBooks!!" February 18, 2018 5.0 Pros There's so many options and different things you can do within Korobee's platform. I think one of the best things about Kotobee is it's customer service. It's superb. Any problem or question that I have, and ask, they get back to me very quickly!! They really work with you to make sure everything is working perfect for you. It's amacing! Cons I sometimes wish that there was some more design tools within Kotobee. I often have to do some of my design stuff in a different program and bring it in. Review Source AL Abdulraouf L. MD Medical Practice Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Satisfactory" July 18, 2017 4.0 Making electronic book that works on windows and mac Pros Easy to use, has most of desired features, and inexpensive. Also, the customer service is awesome, I usually get a response within less than 24 hours Cons Lacks some advanced features such as 2 pages layout and it does not have unlimited wrapping capabilities and frequent crashes, I had to remake my book many times because I get a message " you file is corrupted" Review Source CK Christo K. Training & Develooment Consultant E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great tool." April 24, 2017 5.0 The software has helped me to develop very easy to use interactive training material for my students. Pros Ease of use and the flexibility Cons None Review Source DR Dionicio R. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "My Great Review" September 4, 2020 5.0 Its great and excellent Pros The feature program and its service really a great great help to Educators like me. Cons Maybe its only its too many click before you can enabled its program Reason for choosing Kotobee Author Nothing Review Source SRV Sharon Rose V. Teaching Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Hands on Experience with Kotobee" September 15, 2020 5.0 I am very much inspired to teach.I am teaching a decade already but I am revived because of this app..It is so easy to use and send to learners. Pros Amazingly perfect because I can create interactive ebook anytime anyday without any expenditures since it works offline. This is highly commendable especially now so that learners will nit be left behind academically in the middle if pandemic! Cons Notjing at all because all I want is in Kotobee. Absolutely complete package. Review Source TR Toni R. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "best support ever" October 28, 2024 5.0 Everything an epub reader for windows needs is there - and usable epub readers for windows are rare. and as I said, the support is great Pros fantastic support. I had a problem with kotobee reader on windows. Within 24 hours I received an answer that solved the problem - on Sunday. I can highly recommend the program Cons I can't judge. I use in for epub with audio function and it works. Review Source Response from Kotobee November 5, 2024 Hi Toni, thank you for your kind words! We're glad our support team could help you quickly. It's great to hear you're enjoying Kotobee Reader and finding it useful for epub with audio. Your recommendation means a lot to us! Feel free to reach out if you need any more help. ER Ellen R. Founder-Editor E-Learning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy and accessible" December 30, 2023 5.0 We have enjoyed working with Kotobee overall, and look forward to continuing our book series with them. Pros We love the ease of set-up and use--the way the program is designed makes it clear what the finished product will look like as well as allowing us to add different types of interactivity to the books. Cons Sometimes when the program is updated some features are either no longer available or no longer function--but when we've had these issues, Kotobee customer service has been very attentive and responsive, getting back to us immediately and working quickly to resolve any problems. Review Source Response from Kotobee January 4, 2024 Thank you Ellen for your positive feedback! We're glad you found Kotobee easy to use and we're also excited to continue supporting you with your book series. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by updates and appreciate your understanding. 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