# English Reading: Comprehension — Vocabulary & Speed Practice

> Adult English reading comprehension and fluency trainer with vocabulary building. (iPhone/iPad app by Hyun Sik Kim.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-reading-comprehension/id6781324918 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hyun Sik Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871784166)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-reading-comprehension/id6781324918/reviews.md

## What is English Reading?

Stop skimming English. Train yourself to understand it.

Fluency turns reading into measurable practice for adults and serious learners. Read one of 286 levelled passages, answer questions that test main idea, inference, vocabulary and detail, then learn what you missed.

READ, THEN PROVE IT
Work through five levels of fiction, science, history, philosophy and more. Every passage ends with real comprehension questions, so progress means understanding, not just finishing a page.

COACHING THAT CHANGES HOW YOU READ
Learn the strategy, signal phrases and vocabulary behind each passage. Guided re-reads show where the answer lives. On supported devices, the on-device reading tutor requires iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence.

BUILD SPEED WITHOUT SACRIFICING MEANING
Timed reading tracks WPM and accuracy. Your Literacy Index combines speed with comprehension, adaptive workouts target weak skills, and Fluency Lab compares a cold read with a hot re-read.

LEARN WORDS IN CONTEXT
Tap a word for the on-device dictionary, save it with its original sentence, and review it with spaced repetition. Listen-along reading helps you connect written and spoken English.

PRIVATE BY DESIGN
No account. No ads. Your reading history stays on your device.

SUBSCRIPTION AND YOUR DATA
New practice requires Fluency Pro, offered as a monthly or annual auto-renewable subscription. Eligible new subscribers may receive a 3-day free trial; eligibility, local price and terms appear before purchase. If your subscription ends, your record is never held hostage: view, export or delete every saved word, reading and score without a subscription. Earlier one-time purchasers retain access through Restore Purchase; a lifetime purchase is not offered for sale.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://studioam.art/apps/hone-literacy/privacy/

## Key features

- Contextual vocabulary definitions
- Personalized daily reading workouts
- On-demand reading strategy lessons
- Literacy Index tracking
- Spaced-repetition vocabulary review (Pro)
- Progress streaks and milestones

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hone Literacy Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-reading-comprehension/id6781324918/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Dailies are the same

*2026-07-23*

Dailies are the same thing over and over

**Developer response:** Thanks for flagging this—you were right. We fixed the daily rotation, added a 14-day no-repeat window and regression tests, and submitted version 1.4.1 with 100 more readings (223 total). Sorry it took a 1-star review to surface this. If you still see repeats after updating, please contact us in the app so we can investigate.

### 5/5 — Practicing my reading

*2026-07-23*

Practicing every morning helps with my pronunciation throughout the day

**Developer response:** Thank you for sharing this. Hearing that morning reading practice helps you through the rest of the day means a lot to our two-person team. We hope it keeps serving you well.

## Frequently asked questions about English Reading

### How does Reading Comprehension: Hone teach reading strategies?

Each passage includes a hand-written lesson explaining reading strategies, signal phrases, and vocabulary in context. Beginner lessons are free to demonstrate the coaching method.

### Can I track my reading progress with Reading Comprehension: Hone?

Yes, the app features a 'Literacy Index' that combines speed and comprehension into a single score. It also tracks daily streaks and milestones to motivate users.

### What is the 'Pro' version of Reading Comprehension: Hone?

Reading Comprehension: Hone Pro unlocks all lessons, guided re-reads, an on-device reading tutor, spaced-repetition vocabulary review, and a 5-passage workout. It's available via subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase.

### Does Reading Comprehension: Hone have ads?

No, the app is private by design and does not contain advertisements. Your reading history is kept on your device.

### What devices does Reading Comprehension: Hone support?

Reading Comprehension: Hone is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Reading Comprehension: Hone updated?

The app was last updated on July 27, 2026, with version 1.3.0. New passages are refreshed over the air, indicating ongoing content additions.

### What is the age rating for Reading Comprehension: Hone?

Reading Comprehension: Hone has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does the vocabulary feature work in Reading Comprehension: Hone?

You can tap any word for its meaning and save it with the sentence. Pro users benefit from spaced-repetition review to help words stick.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.2 — 2026-08-22

Daily Challenge and reading controls now feel smoother. This update also improves iPad layouts, Settings navigation, VoiceOver, and larger text.

### 1.6.1 — 2026-08-19

Improves purchase and account-change reliability, data recovery, and accessibility.

### 1.6.0 — 2026-08-11

Fluency now includes 286 readings across five levels. New practice requires a monthly or annual Pro subscription; eligible new subscribers can try it free for 3 days. Even after a subscription ends, you can view, export or delete your readings, scores and saved words. Earlier one-time purchases still restore.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-07-27

• Tap any word for its meaning — and save it, with its sentence, to study later
• Coach lessons on beginner passages are now free: see how to read, not just a score
• Your daily workout now adapts: your level, one stretch passage, your weakest skill
• 60 new passages (123 total), with beginner levels finally deep
• Browse your saved words free; new milestone moments for streaks and personal bests
• New Pro plans: subscription with a free first week, or lifetime — earlier Pro purchases stay unlocked forever
• A shared Daily Challenge — the same reading for everyone, timed and scored
• A playable archive — go back and catch the days you missed
• Share your result without spoilers — your score, never the answers
• Keep a daily challenge streak going
• Reliability fixes throughout

### 1.1.0 — 2026-07-02

NEW — Quick Read: one hand-picked passage on demand, matched to your level. One free per day; unlimited with Pro.

Also new:
- Your daily workout now adapts — passages match your reading level and lean toward the skill you most need to practice.
- Records — best Literacy Index, best streak, passages completed, and questions answered, free for everyone on Progress.
- Milestone moments — 7, 30, and 100-day streaks get a quiet, well-earned pause.
- Finishing a workout feels a little warmer now.

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