The #1 app for animated book summaries

Make learning as fun as social media. Replace doomscrolling with 10-min animated book summaries.

What skills do you want to level up?

22,000+ people already use Braintoon

Used by people from companies like Shopify, ByteDance, and Spotify, and from universities like Stanford, NYU, and Columbia.

* Monthly learners at Braintoon + GrowthSummary. Companies and universities are referenced for context only and do not imply affiliation or endorsement.

Braintoon is the bite-sized learning app I wish I had — built for people who want to grow.

Derek, founder of Braintoon

Derek, founder

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Get your 28-day personalized learning plan

Take the quiz and Braintoon will build a daily plan from books matched to your goals and interests.

How it works

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Take a short quiz

Tell us your goals and interests in about 60 seconds.

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Get your personalized plan

See your recommended starting path instantly.

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Get full access (optional)

Unlock the full library anytime, or stay free with a daily summary.

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Start learning in the app

Download Braintoon and continue with the same account.

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Questions

How does Braintoon work?

Braintoon is an iOS and Android app that helps you learn faster by turning bestselling nonfiction books into short animated summaries. Instead of scrolling social media, you can fit quick, fun learning into small parts of your day, like eating lunch, waiting in line, taking a coffee break, or winding down at night. You can watch the animated version when you have your screen, or just listen in audio mode while commuting, walking, working out, or doing chores.

What makes Braintoon better than other book summary apps?

Most book summary apps are built around text or audio. Braintoon is the first animated book summary app, turning key ideas into short visual stories that are easier to follow, remember, and apply. It also uses gamification, streaks, and personalized recommendations to make learning feel almost as fun as scrolling social media.

What types of books does Braintoon cover?

Braintoon focuses on practical nonfiction: productivity, psychology, business, money, communication, relationships, leadership, health, and personal growth. You'll find summaries of popular books like Atomic Habits, The 48 Laws of Power, The Psychology of Money, How to Win Friends and Influence People, and more. You can also browse Braintoon book summaries before starting your personalized quiz.

Can I cancel my subscription or trial anytime?

Yes. You can cancel before renewal and keep access until the end of your billing period. If you subscribed through Apple or Google, you'll manage cancellation through your app store account. If you subscribed on the website, you can manage your account here.

What if I don't have enough time to read?

That's exactly what Braintoon is built for. Most summaries are designed to fit into about 10 minutes, so you can learn during a break, commute, walk, workout, or while doing everyday tasks. You can also use audio mode or download summaries for offline access with Pro.

How do I get started?

Take the short quiz to get your personalized plan, then create your account and continue in the Braintoon app on iOS or Android. You can start free with a daily animated summary, or unlock Pro for the full library and premium features.

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