# Reflector Student vs Speed reading

The clearest difference is rating: Speed reading at 4.7 against Reflector Student's 1.3. Speed reading also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (143 vs 15). Reflector Student's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Speed reading sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Reflector Student asks for nothing beyond the download.

Speed reading holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speed reading has 143 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Reflector Student's written reviews are positive against 25% of Speed reading's.

Reflector Student ships an update every 6 months, Speed reading every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reflector Student | Speed reading |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflector-student/id1002083080/reviews) | **[4.7 (143 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-reading-reader/id6451441419/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **143** |
| Positive reviews | 21.1% of reviews | **25.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Squirrels LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/587451075) | [Alican Efe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693988285) |

## What reviewers say

### Reflector Student

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflector-student/id1002083080)

This app enables students to wirelessly mirror their iOS devices to a teacher's computer running specific software, even on restricted school networks. It provides a live view of all mirrored screens, making it easier for students to see shared content.

**Highlights:** Wireless screen mirroring for iOS devices, Connects to Reflector 4 desktop software, Works on restricted school networks, Live view of all mirrored screens, Easy connection via Bluetooth, QR codes, or auto-detection, Remembers previous connections

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Speed reading

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-reading-reader/id6451441419)

Enhance your reading speed and comprehension with targeted exercises and a specialized reader for PDF and EPUB files. Improve focus, expand your visual angle, and track your progress over 30 days to read books faster and more effectively.

**Highlights:** Speed reading and concentration exercises, Reading accelerator for PDF/EPUB, 30-day speed reading course, Eye muscle and vision angle exercises, EPUB and PDF reader, Progress statistics, Spritz and Bionic reading modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Premium | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium | $17.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reflector Student free?

Reflector Student is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Speed reading free?

Speed reading is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Reflector Student or Speed reading?

Speed reading is rated higher. Reflector Student averages 1.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Speed reading averages 4.7 from 143 ratings.

### Do Reflector Student or Speed reading have ads?

Neither Reflector Student nor Speed reading shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reflector Student or Speed reading?

Reflector Student ships an update every 6 months, and Speed reading every 5 weeks. Most recently, Reflector Student was updated on October 3, 2026 and Speed reading on October 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*