Enhance your reading comprehension and speed with scientifically proven techniques. This app presents words one by one, eliminating eye movement limitations to help you read articles and content significantly faster.
1.3.60
September 9, 2026
SpeedyReader now pauses the way text is punctuated: a breath at commas, a beat at sentence ends, a full stop at paragraph breaks, and a little longer on long words and numbers. Pick Subtle, Natural or Deliberate under Settings › SmartFlow pauses. Settings are also shorter and clearer, with Speed Range up top.
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Speedy Read aims to help users achieve reading speeds of 400-500 words per minute, which is twice the average adult reading speed of 200-250 WPM. Advanced users can potentially exceed 600 WPM.
Speedy Read utilizes Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) technology, which presents words one at a time to eliminate the time lost on eye movements (saccades). It also incorporates Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) alignment for faster word recognition.
No, Speedy Read is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted reading experience.
Speedy Read offers a monthly subscription for $2.99 and a yearly subscription for $19.99, providing unlimited access to its features.
Yes, Speedy Read is supported on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to read faster across multiple devices.
The latest version of Speedy Read is 1.3.14, and it was last updated on May 30, 2026, indicating regular updates to improve the application.
SmartFlow is an AI-powered feature that automatically inserts micro-pauses between sentences to enhance comprehension. It is available for free once daily, with unlimited use for Pro subscribers.
Speedy Read has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children and adults.
