# Video Speed Controller

> Browser extension to control website video playback speed. (iPhone/iPad app by 絮雷 叶.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-speed-controller/id1588368612 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [絮雷 叶](https://appshunter.io/developer/1574318880)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.62/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese
- Released: 2021-10-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-speed-controller/id1588368612/reviews.md

## What is Video Speed Controller?

A Safari port version of an MIT open source Chrome extension(https://github.com/igrigorik/videospeed) for controlling the video speed of any video in a website.

And the app is also open source in https://github.com/Kyle-Ye/Video-Speed-Controller

## Key features

- Control video playback speed
- Works on any website video
- Safari extension
- Open source

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-speed-controller/id1588368612/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Useful extension, but does not work well with Safari

*2025-12-20, version 2.0.0*

This extension is great when it works. It does exactly what’s advertised. But, the issue I’m having is that it inconsistently shows up on my videos. Sometimes, I’m able to force it to show with multiple page refreshes, but this annoying and doesn’t always work.

### 3/5 — Doesn't work in mobile website mode.

*2025-11-19, version 2.0.0*

This works fine in Desktop website mode after enabling it properly in the Safari settings under Extensions, and then also enabling it in Safari itself in the plugins menu when accessing sites like youtube. But on MOBILE mode the playback speed indicator in the upper left corner of videos does not respond to taps at all, making the extension unusable in mobile mode. I am on iPadOS version 18.6.2 on a 9th generation iPad. On iOS we specifically need the mobile mode to work, please fix it if you can. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Perfect!

*2025-07-10, version 2.0.0*

Exactly what I needed, for free!! Only wish that I had known about this earlier. Thanks so much for your hard work 💯

### 1/5 — seems not work for Safari

*2025-02-09, version 2.0.0*

att

### 2/5 — It will not let me toggle it

*2024-08-07, version 2.0.0*

I went to safari in extensions but it will not let me enable it 2 stars

### 1/5 — Rarely works

*2024-02-21, version 2.0.0*

Even after much reloading, disabling and re-enabling, quit and restart, etc. It is not clear under which conditions it does and doesn't work. Horrifically unpredictable and random. Completely unreliable

### 3/5 — How to use?

*2023-09-13, version 2.0.0*

Can someone help me with how to use for YouTube on your phone? I was able to get the browser extension added but not sure how to access it

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2023-08-06, version 2.0.0*

Been waiting for this to be ported over to Safari, thanks for your hard work! 辛苦了！

### 5/5 — Works just like the Chrome extension

*2023-07-22, version 2.0.0*

Must have. It works for YouTube accessed via Safari. Just enable the extension in Safari Settings.

### 1/5 — Can’t Show Controller

*2023-07-20, version 2.0.0*

I Try To Turn It On But It Is Grayed Out

## Frequently asked questions about Video Speed Controller

### What does the Video Speed Controller app do?

This application allows you to control the playback speed of any video embedded on a website. It functions as a browser extension, providing an easy way to adjust how fast or slow videos play.

### How do I use the video speed controller?

Once installed as a browser extension, you can typically find controls to adjust the video speed directly on the video player interface or through a dedicated button provided by the extension. The exact method may vary slightly depending on the website.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is completely free to use. It is an open-source project, meaning there are no costs associated with downloading or utilizing its features.

### What platforms is this app compatible with?

This app is designed as a Safari extension, meaning it is compatible with devices and browsers that support Safari. It is based on an open-source Chrome extension, suggesting broad web compatibility.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2023-03-27

- Update for the latest OS
- Update to browser-extension manifest v3

### 1.0 — 2021-10-11

No release notes.

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