TaqReader vs MindfulSpeak
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TaqReader
This application allows users to download and read EPUB files directly from web links. It offers a straightforward and efficient reading experience for digital books.
- EPUB reader
- Download from links
- Fast performance
- Reliable functionality
- Free to use
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Simple, fast, reliable and free epub reader. Just enter a link to an epub file, download it and read it :)
MindfulSpeak
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Discover a world of unique, AI-generated podcasts available only on our app. Dive into captivating stories, interviews, and shows on every topic imaginable, all crafted by cutting-edge artificial intelligence. With new episodes added weekly, you'll always have something new to listen to. Explore the future of audio content with our exclusive AI podcasts. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TaqReader at none against MindfulSpeak's 2. TaqReader also leads on chart position (#87 vs unranked). MindfulSpeak's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. MindfulSpeak sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. TaqReader asks for nothing beyond the download.
TaqReader ships an update every 6 weeks, MindfulSpeak every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TaqReader | MindfulSpeak |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (1.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #87 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 71 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Madan Ali Abu Hayzah | Modelda |
Bugs and requests
TaqReader
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent app crashes
- Audiobook playback issues
- Inconsistent page/progress tracking
- Subscription/purchase problems
Requested features
4 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve iPad/iOS compatibility and features
- Implement annotation and highlighting tools
- Add custom folder organization for books
MindfulSpeak
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TaqReader
No in-app purchases
MindfulSpeak
- MindfulSpeak Monthly$4.991 Month
- MindfulSpeak Yearly$49.991 Year
