# Blank Spaces Launcher vs Readrrr

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Blank Spaces Launcher at 8.5K against Readrrr's 39. Blank Spaces Launcher also leads on chart position (#98 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blank Spaces Launcher sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Readrrr sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Blank Spaces Launcher against 4.7 for Readrrr. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blank Spaces Launcher has 8.5K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 27% of Blank Spaces Launcher's written reviews are positive against 29% of Readrrr's.

Blank Spaces Launcher ships an update every 2 weeks, Readrrr fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blank Spaces Launcher | Readrrr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853/reviews) | **[4.7 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readrrr-focus-reader/id6757683148/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.5K** | 39 |
| Positive reviews | 27.2% of reviews | **29.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#98** | — |
| Size | 164 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ecstasis LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543620595) | [Ocule AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729594111) |

## What reviewers say

### Blank Spaces Launcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853)

**Currently charting:** #98 Top Grossing · Productivity, #111 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app transforms your smartphone into a minimalist tool by decluttering your home screen. It removes distracting badges and icons, allowing you to focus on essential apps and regain control of your attention. Designed for simplicity and privacy, it helps you use your phone intentionally.

**Highlights:** Simplified home screen widget, Mutes badges and app icons, Focus on essential apps, Intuitive and easy to use, Privacy-focused design, 7-day free trial

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| 12 Months | $17.99 | per year |
| Special Offer (1 Year) | $18.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription (Reward) | Free | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $11.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $23.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reduced screen time and digital distractions
- 👍 Minimalist and clean home screen design
- 🔒 Helps with digital detox and focus
- 💡 Useful for college students and those with ADHD
- 👍 Customizable widgets and backgrounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy performance and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Confusing setup process
- 🔍 Limited app support and integration
- 🕰️ Slow app opening times

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not showing up or disappearing
- Inconsistent behavior when adding/removing apps
- Shortcuts not working as expected
- Wallpaper customization issues
- App crashing or freezing during setup

**Requested features**

- Add more supported apps, including default iOS apps
- Allow custom shortcuts without going through Shortcuts app
- Improve widget customization options
- Provide a free or one-time purchase version
- Add ability to rename app labels in widgets


### Readrrr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readrrr-focus-reader/id6757683148)

Enhance reading speed and focus with a distraction-free experience. This app uses RSVP technology to display words sequentially, helping you process text faster and track your comprehension progress.

**Highlights:** RSVP speed-reading technology, Customizable reading speeds, Distraction-free reading environment, PDF import and text extraction, Reading progress tracking, Cross-device synchronization

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Readrrr Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Readrrr Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Readrrr Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blank Spaces Launcher free?

Blank Spaces Launcher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Readrrr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Blank Spaces Launcher or Readrrr?

Readrrr is rated higher. Blank Spaces Launcher averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8.5K ratings, while Readrrr averages 4.7 from 39 ratings.

### Do Blank Spaces Launcher or Readrrr have ads?

Neither Blank Spaces Launcher nor Readrrr shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blank Spaces Launcher or Readrrr?

Blank Spaces Launcher ships an update every 2 weeks, and Readrrr fortnightly. Most recently, Blank Spaces Launcher was updated on October 27, 2026 and Readrrr on October 25, 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.*