# readHD: ADHD & Dyslexia Reader — Focus Book, EPUB & PDF Pacer

> Focus Book, EPUB & PDF Pacer (iPhone/iPad app by Alwijar Mawallil.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readhd-adhd-and-dyslexia-reader/id6790681662 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alwijar Mawallil](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864688678)
- Category: Books, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 39 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-11-10

## What is readHD?

COGNITIVE READING TOOLS & FEATURES

• BOLD LETTER FIXATION ANCHORING
Automatically bold the opening letters of every word to establish high-contrast visual anchors. Your eyes lock onto the word root while your brain completes the meaning, reducing tracking fatigue and stopping involuntary line backtracking.

• SPOTLIGHT READING RULER
Isolate your line-by-line focus. The spotlight ruler softly dims surrounding text while keeping your active line sharp and illuminated, preventing peripheral distractions and accidental line skips.

• COLOR GUIDE ZEBRA TINTING
Alternate subtle background row tints to eliminate visual crowding, reduce pattern glare, and keep your gaze straight across wide displays.

• PAPER-LIKE EYE COMFORT THEMES
Replicate the glare-free feel of dedicated digital e-readers with our Paper-Like Grayscale theme. Also includes Warm Cream, Charcoal, Vintage Sepia, and Calm Green palettes designed to reduce blue-light eye strain.

• RSVP PACED READING (UP TO 300 WPM)
Stream text word-by-word at a comfortable, steady pace using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation. Eliminate eye movements entirely—ideal for rapid study reviews and low-fatigue reading.

• SYNCHRONIZED AUDIO & TEXT (GHOST MODE)
Listen along via natural text-to-speech while words highlight in real time. Switch on Ghost Mode to fade out inactive text behind the audio pacer, channeling complete visual focus directly onto the active sentence.

• BRING-YOUR-OWN-KEY (BYOK) PRIVATE AI
Connect your personal OpenAI or Anthropic API key to generate private chapter breakdowns, simplify dense academic passages, and create study flashcards directly inside your book.

• 1,500+ BUILT-IN CLASSIC BOOKS
Get instant, offline access to a curated library of over 1,500 public-domain literary classics across 19 genres—including Sci-Fi, Mystery, Philosophy, Romance, and Adventure.

• IMPORT YOUR OWN EPUB & PDF FILES
Import DRM-free EPUB books, research papers, lecture notes, and work documents. All reading progress, files, notes, and highlights remain stored 100% locally and privately on your device.
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TRANSPARENT MONETIZATION

• FREE TIER:
Enjoy complete access to the 1,500+ classic book library, standard fixation bolding, and basic document reading.

• PREMIUM PASS (Monthly, 3-Month, Annual, or Lifetime):
Unlock unlimited EPUB & PDF imports, the adjustable Spotlight Reading Ruler, Ghost Mode audio-sync, and BYOK AI study tools.

Take control of dense text, retain more of what you read, and finish every book with readHD.

Disclaimer: readHD is an assistive educational and productivity utility designed to aid reading comfort and focus. It is not a medical device or a clinical treatment for learning disabilities.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Focus | $2.99 | per month |
| 3 - Month Premium Sprint Plan | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| One year premium subscription | $24.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Lifetime Pass | $69.99 | one-time |


## Is readHD safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess readHD.

## Is readHD legit?

readHD: ADHD & Dyslexia Reader appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for readHD is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.8 — 2026-11-10

### What's New in This Version

  • Per-Book Reading Method Memory: readHD now automatically remembers the exact reading method (Autopace, Spotlight Reading Ruler, or Color Guide)
  you prefer for each individual book in your library. Switch between books seamlessly without having to re-select your preferred tool.

  • Multitasking & Background Retention: Your active reading method now stays active when minimizing the app or switching to other apps, letting you
  jump right back into your reading flow without disruption. Audio timers and narration pause safely in the background to preserve battery life.

  • Vibrant Jewel Tones for Dark Themes: Upgraded the Color Guide for Charcoal and Bedtime themes with rich, saturated jewel tones (Sapphire Blue,
  Emerald Green, Warm Amber, and Burnt Coral) paired with a calibrated 50% default intensity—providing optimal contrast and zero glare for white
  text.

  • iPad & Tablet Experience Polish: Expanded menu navigation spacing, refined persistent top bar geometry, and enhanced floating page number
  typography tailored specifically for iPad and tablet displays.

  • Performance & Stability: Smoother page transitions, optimized background memory management, and overall reading canvas refinements.

### 2.0.7 — 2026-11-01

### What's New in This Version

  • Per-Book Reading Method Memory: readHD now automatically remembers the exact reading method (Autopace, Spotlight Reading Ruler, or Color Guide)
  you prefer for each individual book in your library. Switch between books seamlessly without having to re-select your preferred tool.

  • Multitasking & Background Retention: Your active reading method now stays active when minimizing the app or switching to other apps, letting you
  jump right back into your reading flow without disruption. Audio timers and narration pause safely in the background to preserve battery life.

  • Vibrant Jewel Tones for Dark Themes: Upgraded the Color Guide for Charcoal and Bedtime themes with rich, saturated jewel tones (Sapphire Blue,
  Emerald Green, Warm Amber, and Burnt Coral) paired with a calibrated 50% default intensity—providing optimal contrast and zero glare for white
  text.

  • iPad & Tablet Experience Polish: Expanded menu navigation spacing, refined persistent top bar geometry, and enhanced floating page number
  typography tailored specifically for iPad and tablet displays.

  • Performance & Stability: Smoother page transitions, optimized background memory management, and overall reading canvas refinements.

### 2.0.6 — 2026-10-30

### What's New in This Version

  • Per-Book Reading Method Memory: readHD now automatically remembers the exact reading method (Autopace, Spotlight Reading Ruler, or Color Guide)
  you prefer for each individual book in your library. Switch between books seamlessly without having to re-select your preferred tool.

  • Multitasking & Background Retention: Your active reading method now stays active when minimizing the app or switching to other apps, letting you
  jump right back into your reading flow without disruption. Audio timers and narration pause safely in the background to preserve battery life.

  • Vibrant Jewel Tones for Dark Themes: Upgraded the Color Guide for Charcoal and Bedtime themes with rich, saturated jewel tones (Sapphire Blue,
  Emerald Green, Warm Amber, and Burnt Coral) paired with a calibrated 50% default intensity—providing optimal contrast and zero glare for white
  text.

  • iPad & Tablet Experience Polish: Expanded menu navigation spacing, refined persistent top bar geometry, and enhanced floating page number
  typography tailored specifically for iPad and tablet displays.

  • Performance & Stability: Smoother page transitions, optimized background memory management, and overall reading canvas refinements.

### 2.0.5 — 2026-10-27

What is New in readHD Version 2.0.0 Build 66


Instant App Launch
Returning readers are now directed straight to the library dashboard without any delay. Startup loading has been streamlined so the app opens immediately.


Accidental Jump Undo Button
If you accidentally tap or drag the bottom ruler scrubber to another page, a convenient Undo button appears right beside the circle holder. Tap the Undo button at any time to return immediately to the page you were reading. If you drag the ruler again, your return page is automatically updated.


Smart Auto Dismiss
Once you continue reading, the Undo button automatically disappears after you swipe or change pages three times.


Fast Book Decoding
Greatly improved decoding speed for large books. You will experience smooth real time progress feedback during book loading without any freezing.


Smoother Free Books Discovery
Project Gutenberg free books now load and parse on a background worker thread. Browsing the free catalog is fast, responsive, and completely smooth.


Stability and Reading Flow
Eliminated startup frame drops and stuttering. All reading canvas typography, sentence snapping, and page numbers remain completely preserved.

### 1.2.4 — 2026-10-03

Minor bug fixes and performance enhancements to improve your overall experience

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All apps by Alwijar Mawallil: https://appshunter.io/developer/1864688678

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