I love using audible, but it sucks that there is no Audible app for the Apple TV. There isn't even an app for the Firestick which is ironic. But what have other Audible users been doing to play their audiobooks through their tv?
-- From Reddit.
As it stands now, Audible hasn't officially released an Audible app for LG Smart TV, leaving LG TV users in a bit of a dilemma. While Amazon has been quite supportive by providing the Amazon Music app on LG Content Store, the Audible app seems to have been left behind.
Don't worry, there are ways to enjoy Audible on your LG TV. Even though LG Smart TVs don't have an official Audible app, you can still listen to your audiobooks. In this guide, we'll show you 7 methods to play Audible on your LG TV. First, let's take a quick look at all the options before we explore each one in detail.
Quick Guide: How to Play Audible on LG TV
Since LG webOS doesn't have a native Audible app, you'll need to use workarounds. Below, we've gathered 7 ways to get your Audible books onto your LG TV, so you can play them online or offline. Take a look at the table below to see which method works best for you.
| Method | Ease of Use | Cost | Prerequisites | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire TV Stick | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | $30~$50 | Fire TV Stick | Native app support and remote control. |
| USB Drive | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | $10.95 | PC + Converter Tool | Offline listening without relying on a phone or internet. |
| Bluetooth | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Free | Smartphone | Using your TV as a giant wireless speaker. |
| AirPlay 2 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Free | iPhone + LG TV (made after 2018) | Apple users wanting high-quality streaming without cables. |
| Screen Mirroring | ⭐⭐⭐ | Free | Android Phone | Android users without a casting device (battery intensive). |
| PC via HDMI | ⭐⭐⭐ | Free | Laptop + HDMI cable | Users who want reliability and have a laptop nearby. |
| Web Browser | ⭐⭐ | Free | None | A "last resort" if you have no phone or streaming stick handy. |
Method 1. Play Audible on LG TV with a Fire TV Stick
Since LG's native webOS does not have an Audible app, using an Amazon Fire TV Stick is widely considered the best solution. Because Amazon owns Audible, the Fire TV platform has a native, fully optimized app that allows you to browse your library, see cover art, and sync your listening progress across all devices.
How to Use a Fire TV Stick to Play Audible on LG TV:
Insert the Fire TV Stick into an available HDMI port on your LG TV and plug the power cable into a wall outlet.
Use your LG TV remote to change the Input/Source to the HDMI port where the Fire TV Stick is connected.
On the Fire TV home screen, navigate to the Search icon and type Audible.
Select the official Audible app from the results and click Get.
Open the app and sign in with your Amazon/Audible credentials. Your library will automatically populate.
Select an audiobook to begin listening directly through your TV speakers or soundbar.
Read More : How to Use Audible on Amazon Fire TV and Firestick
- Pros
- Native interface designed for TV
- Syncs listening progress
- Doesn't need your phone
- Shows high-quality cover art
- Cons
- You need to buy extra hardware ($30–$50)
- Takes up an HDMI port
Method 2. Play Audible on LG TV via USB
This method is the only way to listen to Audible books on your LG TV completely offline. LG TVs cannot play Audible's protected .aax files directly. You first need to convert your audiobooks to MP3 or FLAC using ViWizard Audible Converter. Once converted, you can play them through your LG TV's media player.
Besides the MP3 and FLAC formats, this converter also supports converting audiobooks into M4A, M4B, WAV, and AIFF formats at speeds up to 100x faster. After the conversion, all the metadata information, the audio quality, and the chapter markers will be kept.
Key Features of ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter
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- Convert Audible audiobook to unprotected audio formats like MP3
- Split Audible book into several smaller segments by chapter or by time
- Support playing Audible audiobooks on any device or media player
- Handle the conversion of Audible audiobooks up to 100× faster speed
How to Use ViWizard Audible Converter for LG TV:
Step 1Install ViWizard and Log In
Download and install ViWizard Audible Converter on your Windows or Mac computer. Open the program and log in to your Audible account via the built-in web player. This gives you access to your full library.
Step 2Choose Output Format and Settings
Go to Menu → Preferences → Conversion. Pick a format that works with LG TV, like MP3 or FLAC. You can also adjust bitrate or sample rate. Finally, select a folder to save the converted files.
Step 3Add Audiobooks for Conversion
Navigate to your Library, click the + button, and select the titles you want to convert in the pop-up window. Click the Add to List button to add them to the conversion list.
Step 4Convert Your Audiobooks
Click Convert. ViWizard will remove DRM and convert your files quickly. When done, click the folder icon next to a title to find your converted files.
Step 5Transfer the Converted Files to a USB Drive
Insert a USB flash drive into your computer. Copy the converted MP3/FLAC files onto it.
Read More : How to Save Audible Books to USB [100% Working]
Step 6Play the Converted Audiobooks on Your LG TV
Plug the USB drive into your LG TV's USB port. Press the Home button and open the Media Player app. Select your USB drive, find your folder, and play the audiobook.
- Pros
- Works completely offline
- No buffering or internet required during playback
- Doesn't drain your phone batter
- The converted audiobooks playable on all devices
- Cons
- Requires a paid license after the free trial
- No progress syncing across devices
Method 3. Listen to Audible on LG TV via Bluetooth
Most modern LG Smart TVs (WebOS 3.0 and later) feature LG Sound Sync or standard Bluetooth receiver capabilities. This allows your TV to act as a giant wireless speaker for your smartphone.
How to Play Audible on LG TV via Bluetooth:
On your LG remote, press the Settings button.
Go to Sound > Sound Out.
Select Bluetooth Device or LG Sound Sync / Bluetooth. (Note: On some models, you must select the "Device Selection" list to make the TV discoverable).
On your iPhone or Android, open Bluetooth Settings and tap your LG TV in the list of available devices.
Open the Audible app on your phone and press play. The audio will now stream through your TV speakers.
- Pros
- Wireless
- Free
- Uses the official Audible mobile app features
- Can often turn the TV screen off while audio plays
- Cons
- Phone must be near TV
- Phone notifications may interrupt the audiobook
- Drains the battery on your phone
- May have latency and lossy playback audio
It is a very convenient and comfortable way to listen to Audible files through Bluetooth, check this tutorial to find out more about Bluetooth and how to do that easily.
Method 4. Stream Audible on LG TV with AirPlay 2
For users having a iPhone or iPad running iOS 12.4 or later with an LG TV manufactured in 2018 or later (OLED, NanoCell, or UHD models), AirPlay 2 offers a higher quality and more stable connection than Bluetooth. You can also utilize AirPlay 2 to listen to your Audible books on your LG smart TV.
How to Stream Audible on LG TV with AirPlay 2:
Ensure both your iOS device and LG TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
On the TV, press Home > Home Dashboard > AirPlay to ensure it is turned On.
Launch the Audible app on your iPhone/iPad and begin playing a book.
Tap the Connect to Device icon, which is usually at the bottom of the playback screen.
Tap AirPlay & Bluetooth Devices. Choose your LG TV from the list. The audio will transfer instantly.
- Pros
- Easy integration for Apple users
- Delivers high-quality audio
- No extra app installation
- You can use Siri voice commands to control playback
- Cons
- Not available on older LG TVs (pre-2018) or Android devices
- Needs a strong and stable Wi-Fi network
- High battery drain
- Potential audio sync problems
Method 5. Cast Audible to LG TV Using Screen Mirroring
Since the Android Audible app lacks a native Cast button for non-Google devices, if you are an Android user, you must mirror your entire phone screen to the TV. This sends both video and audio to the LG TV.
How to Cast Audible to LG TV Using Screen Mirroring:
On your LG TV, press Home and open the Screen Share app.
On your Android phone, swipe down to open the Quick Settings panel.
Tap Smart View, Screen Cast, Cast, or Mirroring (the name varies by phone brand).
Select your LG TV from the list.
Once your phone screen appears on the TV, open Audible and hit play.
- Pros
- Works on almost all Android phones
- Free
- No cables required
- Cons
- Your phone's screen must remain on and mirroring to the TV.
- Lower audio quality than AirPlay
- Notifications will display on the big screen
Method 6. Play Audible on LG TV Through HDMI
If you have a laptop nearby, using an HDMI cable is the most reliable wired method. It bypasses wireless interference and guarantees that whatever plays on your computer plays on your TV.
How to Play Audible on LG TV Through HDMI:
Plug one end of an HDMI cable into your laptop and the other into your LG TV.
Press the Input button on LG TV remote. Navigate to the corresponding HDMI input where you plugged in the cable.
Your computer screen should show up on the TV automatically. If it doesn't:
- Windows: Right-click the desktop → Display settings → Set to Duplicate or Extend displays.
- Mac: Go to System Settings → Displays → Choose Mirror or Extend.
The sound should play through the TV speakers via HDMI. If it doesn't:
- Windows: Click the speaker icon → Open Sound settings → Choose LG TV as the output.
- Mac: System Settings → Sound → Output → Select LG TV.
Open Audible in your computer's web browser and press play.
- Pros
- Zero lag or buffering
- Excellent audio quality
- Works with virtually any laptop or desktop computer and any LG TV with an HDMI por
- Cons
- You need an HDMI cable and a computer nearby
- Less streamlined than wireless methods
- Harder to control playback from the couch
Method 7. Listen to Audible on LG TV Using a Browser
As a last resort, if you have no external devices, you can use the built-in web browser on LG webOS. While not officially supported, the Audible Cloud Player can often load and play titles directly on the web.
How to Listen to Audible on LG TV Using a Browser:
Press the Home button on your remote and select the Web Browser app.
Type audible.com into the URL bar and log in to your account.
Use the remote cursor to click on Library.
Click the orange Listen Now button next to a book title. This will launch the Cloud Player in a new tab.
Click the Play button in the browser window..
- Pros
- Requires no extra hardware
- Control the audiobook playback directly on your LG TV
- Cons
- Clunky interface
- Playback may stop if the screensaver activates
- Some older LG TV browser versions may not support the player
Conclusion
While LG webOS lacks a native app, listening to Audible on your LG Smart TV is effortless with the right workaround. Whether you choose the seamless experience of a Fire TV Stick, the wireless convenience of AirPlay and Bluetooth, or the offline reliability of a USB drive, you have plenty of options to suit your setup. Don't let software limitations stop you. Pick the method that fits your needs, sit back, and let your favorite stories fill the room
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Adam Gorden, the digital media specialist at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing the best solutions for digital media management, including audio and video conversion, file optimization, and media workflow enhancements.
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