Comparison

Celer vs UX Speed Reader

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

Head to head
About

Celer

Enhance your reading speed, focus, and comprehension with a scientifically-backed method. This app offers an immersive environment and assistive technology to help you absorb information faster and retain it better. It's an essential tool for students, professionals, and individuals with neurodivergent reading needs.

Highlights
  • Read 2-3x faster
  • Sharpen focus with immersive environment
  • Boost memory and retention
  • Assistive tool for ADHD & Dyslexia
  • Import EPUB, PDF, mobi, rtf, txt
  • Read articles and web content
  • Customizable themes
Features
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Ever finish a page and realize you remember nothing? Read the same sentence three times and still lose your place? Celer was built for exactly that. Celer guides your eyes through the text with subtle highlighting, so your attention has a track to follow. Readers with ADHD and dyslexia tell us it's the difference between fighting a page and finishing it. HOW IT HELPS • Guided highlighting keeps your place — no more re-reading the same line • Adjustable pace: the text moves with you, not against you • Distraction-free reading screen, tuned for focus • Comprehension grows because your attention stays where the words are YOUR LIBRARY, YOUR WAY • Import EPUB, PDF, MOBI, RTF and TXT • Massive free classics library, ready to read • Follow articles and news with built-in RSS • Highlights and notes that stay with your books PRIVATE BY DESIGN No accounts required, no personal data collected. Your reading stays yours. Whether you have ADHD, dyslexia, or just a phone full of distractions, Celer helps you actually finish what you start. Try it free. Celer is an assistive reading tool, not a medical device or treatment. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

UX Speed Reader

Features
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Read faster. Stay Focused. Retain more. Transform the way you read. Designed for speed and comprehension, UX Speed Reader uses scientifically proven 'RSVP' (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) to help you read any document at speeds you never thought possible. Import ebooks, PDFs, and documents directly from your files or iCloud Drive. We support all major formats including EPUB, PDF, DOCX, TXT, RTF, HTML, Markdown, and more. You can even paste text directly into the app. Core Features (Free forever) - RSVP: One word at a time, precisely positioned for optimal recognition. Your eyes stay still while the words come to you. - Universal format support: Read EPUBs, PDFs, Word documents, plain text, and 10+ other formats. - Paste any text: Copy from anywhere, paste, and start speed reading instantly. - Automatic chapters: Jump between chapters in supported ebooks with full progress tracking. - Reading progress: Pick up exactly where you left off. The app highlights the optimal recognition point (ORP) in each word, the natural focus point your brain seeks, reducing eye movement and increasing reading speed without losing comprehension. Pro Features - Push your reading to the next level. Support this app's development and unlock advanced capabilities: - Speeds up to 1000 WPM (words-per-minute): Break through the free tier limit and read at professional speed-reading levels. - Immersive mode: Hide all controls in reading mode for a distraction-free, focused reading experience. - Intelligent pacing: Automatic pauses at punctuation for natural rhythm and better comprehension. - Custom anchor colors: Personalise the ORP highlight with 7 color options. - Reading insights: Track your progress with detailed analytics including time saved, reading streaks, and speed percentages. Read faster. Download UX Speed Reader now. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://gist.github.com/Connagh/881bb395561c33d6250fe1b957096638

Screenshots

Celer4 screens
UX Speed Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Celer at 17.0 against UX Speed Reader's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Celer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and UX Speed Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Celer versus UX Speed Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCelerUX Speed Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (21 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings21 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobile Craft MBCONNAGH CHRISTOPHER E MCDONALD

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Celer

Subscriptions4
  • Premium month$7.991 Month
  • Premium quarter$17.993 Months
  • Premium Year7 Days trial$34.991 Year
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  • Premium Year Plan$79.991 Year
3 purchases

UX Speed Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Pro (Yearly)14 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro (Lifetime)$29.99

Questions

Is Celer free?
Celer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UX Speed Reader free?
UX Speed Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Celer or UX Speed Reader have ads?
Neither Celer nor UX Speed Reader shows ads.

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