FlashRead vs Prose Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FlashRead
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Smart reading app that uses flashes.Β It is proven that our brain and eyes can absorb a high amount of information when provided with the right conditions. Flash read provides you with that and much much more to come. Stay tuned! It has two modes: β’ Reading mode - text plays automatically so you can absorb all the information β’ Practice mode - navigate yourself through text so that your eyes can get accustomed to this type of reading βΊ You can automatically read any website's content, just share the link to the app from any browser or paste the url inside the app. It will extract all the content for you
Prose Reader
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Prose is a clean, local-first reader for ePub and PDF books. Designed with a focus on speed, privacy, and simplicity, Prose works completely offline to keep your personal library secure on your device. Key Features: - Multi-format support: Read ePub 2, ePub 3, and PDF files. - Offline library: View your books in a custom cover grid or detail list. Search, filter, and sort by title, author, last read, or reading progress. - Tailored reading experience: Customize fonts, font size, margins, and line spacing for reflowable ePub books. Zoom and fit controls are available for PDF files. - Reading themes: Switch between light, dark, and sepia themes to match your environment. Themes apply across the entire application interface. - Local-first sync: Connect your own WebDAV server to sync books, reading positions, bookmarks, highlights, and settings. Sync runs in the background and resolves conflicts by keeping your furthest reading position. - Annotation and reference: Create bookmarks, highlight text, and look up definitions using the built-in offline dictionary. - Privacy and security: Your data is never sent to third-party services. WebDAV credentials are saved securely in your operating system keychain. There is no telemetry, analytics, or tracking.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Prose Reader at every 2 months against FlashRead's every 7 months. FlashRead's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FlashRead ships an update every 7 months, Prose Reader every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FlashRead | Prose Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 15.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 125 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Minimal Bits Tech Srl | Elia Salerno |
In-app purchases
FlashRead
No in-app purchases
Prose Reader
No in-app purchases









