Probably the most popular method for downloading Android ebooks is through apps developed specifically for this purpose. Although most Android devices don't have a built-in electronic book store like the iPad, companies who create their own ebook readers like Amazon's Kindle and Barnes and Noble's Nook have now made their bookstores available to Android users. After downloading the Kindle or Nook app to your Android device, you will be able to purchase and download Android ebooks through the application's bookstore.

The applications are usually free, but you will have to pay for most downloads. The price tag of individual ebook downloads averages around , and new releases or popular titles will easily exceed that. Although convenient, this method might not be cost effective if you read a lot of Android ebooks.

For those who don't like the idea of paying for each Android ebook download, there are other options to help save money on Android ebooks. Since the cost of downloads can add up very quickly, checking free sources can often be a way to reduce costs. Several websites like Project Gutenberg have compiled lists of ebooks that can be downloaded in many formats for free. Unfortunately, this option is only legally available for ebooks that don't have any copyrights. That means you will be limited to publications that are in the public domain. It's a great way to save money if you're interested in Shakespeare, but you won't be able to get this week's bestseller through this route.

Even so, there are other free options that can reduce the amount you spend on Android ebooks. New authors who are looking to gain more readers will often offer their ebooks as free downloads for a limited time. This can be a great way to add to your Android ebook collection, and also find new potential favorite authors. Most electronic bookstores have a section for free downloads, so you may want to browse it occasionally to find titles that might interest you.

If you have a magazine or newspaper subscription, you can save money by accessing the Android versions of those titles if they are available. Many major publishers offer Android magazine or newspaper subscriptions if you are already subscribed by mail.

For a while, these were essentially the only ways to access Android ebook downloads. Recently though, new Android ebook subscription services have become available. These services allow you to pay a one time fee to access unlimited Android ebook downloads from a large library of titles. Unlike with the free options, you will be able to download the most recent and popular ebooks for your Android while still saving money when compared to the more traditional pay-per-download route. Depending on the subscription service you choose, you may also have access to newspapers, magazines, and even comics. This is obviously an appealing choice for those who want modern and popular books for their Android without spending a lot of money.