Comparison

Penumbra Invert vs Simple Video Speed Controller

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

Head to head
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Penumbra Invert

Features
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Invert the brightness of web videos to make viewing more comfortable. Enable the extension when watching a lecture late at night or when a video is too dark in the sun. Penumbra uses a smart invert to maintain accurate color hues.

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Simple Video Speed Controller

Features
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Adjust the video speed on any website. Enhance your viewing experience with our open source browser extension, designed to adjust playback speeds across a wide range of streaming platforms. Whether you're looking to speed through content or slow it down for detailed viewing, the extension gives you simple, seamless control over video playback. Be sure to reload your tabs after installing and pin the extension for easy access! **Universal Compatibility:** Works with major streaming platforms and video content across the web, including YouTube, Netflix, Disney, and other popular services. Whether you're watching educational content, entertainment, sports, or news videos, this extension allows you to control playback speed on any site that uses standard HTML5 video players. **Key use cases:** * Speed up educational videos and tutorials * Watch entertainment content at your preferred pace * Control playback speed on news and sports highlights * Adjust lecture and presentation videos for better comprehension * Maintain consistent speed settings across different video platforms **Temporary Boost:** Need to speed through just part of a video? Hold your Temporary Boost keyboard shortcut to instantly switch to your chosen boost speed. Release the keys to return to your previous playback speed. Choose both your preferred Temporary Boost speed and shortcut key: * Windows/Linux: `Ctrl + Shift + [custom key]` * Mac: `Command + Option + [custom key]` Set them once and use the shortcut whenever you want a quick temporary increase in playback speed. **Keyboard Shortcuts:** Windows/Linux: * `Ctrl + Shift + Plus` to increase speed * `Ctrl + Shift + Minus` to decrease speed * `Ctrl + Shift + Backspace` to reset to 1x speed * `Ctrl + Shift + [1-9]` to set a specific speed. Press again to add 0.5x, and press again to revert. * `Ctrl + Shift + 0` to set the maximum speed of 16x. Press again to reset to 1x speed. Mac: * `Command + Option + Plus` to increase speed * `Command + Option + Minus` to decrease speed * `Command + Option + Delete` to reset to 1x speed * `Command + Option + [1-9]` to set a specific speed. Press again to add 0.5x, and press again to revert. * `Command + Option + 0` to set the maximum speed of 16x. Press again to reset to 1x speed. **Domain-Specific Speed Memory:** Remembers your preferred playback speed for each website. **Clean, Intuitive Interface:** * Quick preset buttons for common speeds (0.5x to 3x) * Custom speed input for precise control * Fine-tuning buttons for incremental adjustments * Customizable Temporary Boost speed and shortcut key See my other work at: https://chaseos.app **Open Source Code:** https://github.com/Chaseos/SimpleVideoSpeedController

Screenshots

Penumbra Invert2 screens
Simple Video Speed Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Penumbra Invert at none against Simple Video Speed Controller's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Simple Video Speed Controller sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Penumbra Invert asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 4 level
Penumbra Invert versus Simple Video Speed Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPenumbra InvertSimple Video Speed Controller
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 โ€” better16.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVincent SpitaleChase Olson

In-app purchases

None

Penumbra Invert

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Simple Video Speed Controller

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Standard Tip$2.99
  • Generous Tip$4.99

Questions

Is Penumbra Invert free?
Penumbra Invert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Video Speed Controller free?
Simple Video Speed Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Penumbra Invert or Simple Video Speed Controller have ads?
Neither Penumbra Invert nor Simple Video Speed Controller shows ads.

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