# Reading Time vs ReadScore

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ReadScore at none against Reading Time's 2. ReadScore also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 80%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Reading Time's advantage is ratings volume (24 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reading Time sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ReadScore asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReadScore holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reading Time has 24 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Reading Time's written reviews are positive against 100% of ReadScore's.

Reading Time ships an update every 3 weeks, ReadScore weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reading Time | ReadScore |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-time-book-tracker/id1561460485/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readscore-reading-tracker/id6503934658/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 6 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UX First](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481461807) | [ToModern e.U.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1645674361) |

## What reviewers say

### Reading Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-time-book-tracker/id1561460485)

This app helps readers estimate the remaining effort to finish a book based on their actual reading habits. It's designed for those who read in short, irregular sessions and want a realistic understanding of a book's time commitment.

**Highlights:** Estimate remaining book effort, Log reading sessions, Learn from reading pace, Realistic time commitment assessment, Track progress at your own pace

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock forever | $11.99 | one-time |
| Unlock forever (Special offer) | $11.99 | one-time |


### ReadScore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readscore-reading-tracker/id6503934658)

This app helps book lovers track reading time, set goals, and take notes. Compete with friends in reading challenges and manage your book library. Discover new books and get inspired by what others are reading.

**Highlights:** Track reading time, Set personal reading goals, Take notes on books, Compete in reading challenges, Manage book library, Discover new books, See friends' reading activity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reading Time free?

Reading Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ReadScore free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Reading Time or ReadScore?

ReadScore is rated higher. Reading Time averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while ReadScore averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Reading Time or ReadScore have ads?

Neither Reading Time nor ReadScore shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reading Time or ReadScore?

Reading Time ships an update every 3 weeks, and ReadScore weekly. Most recently, Reading Time was updated on September 9, 2026 and ReadScore on August 1, 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.*