Comparison

Dyslexia Web Browser vs ClearRead

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dyslexia Web Browser

This browser enhances online reading for individuals with Dyslexia and Irlen Syndrome by applying custom color filters to websites, PDFs, and Word documents. Its intuitive interface makes digital content more accessible and comfortable for users of all ages.

Highlights
  • Personalized color filters for web content
  • Seamless PDF and Word document integration
  • Educational support for digital documents
  • Intuitive cross-platform navigation
  • Reduces visual stress for readers
Features
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Browsing Made Easy – A Browser for Every Reader Reading online shouldn't be a struggle. Whether you have dyslexia, dyspraxia, migraines, visual stress, or simply find standard web pages hard to read, this browser is built with you in mind. Coloured Overlays Apply coloured tints to any webpage to reduce visual stress and make text easier to process. Choose from a range of colours to find what works best for you — the same technique recommended by many optometrists and reading specialists. Dyslexia-Friendly Reading Mode Strip away the clutter and reformat any article into a clean, customisable reading view. Choose a dyslexia-friendly font, set your preferred text colour, background colour, line width, and font size — so every page looks exactly the way you need it to. Text to Speech Have any webpage read aloud to you. Just sit back and listen, with no need to read a single word. Designed for Real Accessibility Most browsers offer one-size-fits-all accessibility settings. This browser puts you in control, with tools specifically designed around the challenges that dyslexia and related conditions bring to everyday reading. Reading the web, your way. DyslexiaBrowser is a free download. A subscription is required to use the app. Upon opening the app, you will be prompted to subscribe before accessing any features. A subscription unlocks: • Coloured overlay filters to reduce visual stress • Dyslexia-friendly Reader Mode with Dyslexic Fonts • Adjustable text colour, background colour and font size • Word spacing and line spacing controls • Text to Speech • Full web browsing with dyslexia-friendly tools Subscription options: • Monthly — auto-renews monthly • 3 Monthly — auto-renews every 3 months • Annual — auto-renews yearly • Lifetime — one-time purchase, no recurring charges Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Monthly, 3 Monthly and Annual subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Lifetime purchases are non-refundable. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER - Dyslexia Migraine Web Browser is intended to support users with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Migraines, Irlen Syndrome and other visual issues where a colour overlay would be of assistance to aid in the reading of text in a light background. This application should be used in conjunction with the advice of a medical or educational professional. END USER LICENCE AGREEMENT - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ PRIVACY POLICY - https://rowansoftware.co.uk/privacy-policy-2

About

ClearRead

This app synchronizes spoken words with highlighted text, aiding comprehension for individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, or visual impairments. It offers customizable reading environments with various fonts, spacing, and focus tools to enhance the reading experience for all users.

Highlights
  • Synchronized word highlighting with text-to-speech
  • Customizable fonts, spacing, and themes
  • Bionic reading and focus mode
  • Import ePubs, PDFs, and web articles
  • Premium AI voices and adjustable speed
  • Distraction-free reading view
Features
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ClearRead helps you read and listen at the same time. Words highlight in sync as they're spoken aloud, so your eyes and ears work together — making it easier to focus, absorb, and enjoy what you're reading. Built for readers with dyslexia, ADHD, and visual impairments — but useful for anyone who wants a better reading experience. READ YOUR WAY Import your own ePubs and PDFs, save articles from the web, or paste any text. ClearRead turns everything into a clean, distraction-free reading view with your preferred settings applied automatically. FONTS THAT FIT YOUR BRAIN Choose from Lexend, OpenDyslexic, and other accessibility-optimized fonts. Adjust font size, line height, letter spacing, word spacing, and paragraph spacing until it feels right. LISTEN AND READ TOGETHER Text-to-speech with word-by-word highlighting keeps you anchored to the page. Pick from system voices or upgrade to premium AI voices that sound natural. Control speed from 0.5x to 2.5x. FOCUS TOOLS Bionic reading bolds the first portion of each word to guide your eye. Focus mode dims surrounding text so you only see the line you're on. Scroll continuously or read page-by-page — whatever works for you. THEMES & COLORS Light, dark, sepia, and high contrast themes built in. Or create your own custom theme with any background, text, and accent color you want. PDF READING, REINVENTED PDFs don't have to be painful. ClearRead extracts the text and renders it with full accessibility — your fonts, your spacing, your colors. MULTIPLE WAYS TO ADD CONTENT - Import ePub and PDF files from your device - Save articles by pasting a URL - Paste any text directly CLEARREAD PRO ClearRead is free to use, with a Pro subscription available: - $7.99 per week - $49.99 per year Pro unlocks premium AI voices and higher text-to-speech character limits. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew at the same price unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Dyslexia Web Browser4 screens
ClearRead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Dyslexia Web Browser at 4.4 against ClearRead's 3.8. Dyslexia Web Browser also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and review sentiment (70% vs 50%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dyslexia Web Browser sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and ClearRead sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dyslexia Web Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Dyslexia Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of ClearRead's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dyslexia Web Browser ships an update fortnightly, ClearRead every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Dyslexia Web Browser versus ClearRead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDyslexia Web BrowserClearRead
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5 ratings) — better3.8 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings56 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size136 MB147 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSam LalorEC Digital

Customer experience

Dyslexia Web Browser

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative10.0%

ClearRead

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Dyslexia Web Browser

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Membership7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Three Monthly Membership7 Days trial$3.993 Months
  • Annual Membership7 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$9.99
9 purchases

ClearRead

Subscriptions9
  • ClearRead weekly7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • ClearRead Starter$7.991 Month
  • ClearRead Pro Weekly$7.997 Days
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  • ClearRead Pro$12.991 Month
  • ClearRead Elite$39.991 Month
  • ClearRead Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • ClearRead Starter (Annual)$49.991 Year
  • ClearRead Pro (Annual)$129.991 Year
  • ClearRead Elite (Annual)$399.991 Year

Questions

Is Dyslexia Web Browser free?
Dyslexia Web Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ClearRead free?
ClearRead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dyslexia Web Browser or ClearRead?
Dyslexia Web Browser is rated higher. Dyslexia Web Browser averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while ClearRead averages 3.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Dyslexia Web Browser or ClearRead have ads?
Neither Dyslexia Web Browser nor ClearRead shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dyslexia Web Browser or ClearRead?
Dyslexia Web Browser ships an update fortnightly, and ClearRead every 9 days. Most recently, Dyslexia Web Browser was updated on November 2, 2026 and ClearRead on November 5, 2026.

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