Comparison

Pal Chat vs Speed Leaf

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

Head to head
About

Pal Chat

This app acts as a universal AI chat client, supporting a wide range of models and features like image input, image generation, and offline capabilities. It offers a private and secure experience with no data collection and no ads.

Highlights
  • Supports all major AI models
  • Image input and generation
  • Offline local model support
  • Save prompts and history
  • Stream responses
  • Full Markdown and LaTeX support
Features
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The last AI iOS app you'll need! Pal Chat is a lightweight, powerful, and feature-rich AI Chat Client for your iPhone. It supports EVERY AI model in one interface, including support for: GPT-5.5, Claude 4.7, Gemini 3.1, Grok 4.3, Cursor, Advanced Voice Mode, Image input, GPT-Image 2, Groq, Perplexity, OpenRouter, DeepSeek, Mistral, Fal.ai, Together.ai, custom endpoints, and fully offline local models. No ads, fully private and secure - NO data is collected. Features Overview: - Save multiple prompts and system messages - Store conversation history on-device - Use Image input to process images - Generate images through GPT-Image, Stable Diffusion, Flux, or Fal.ai - Regenerate responses - Edit your questions - Stream the response - Easily switch between models - See the token length and cost of the conversation - Copy an entire conversation from the history page - Full Markdown, LaTeX, and Syntax Highlighting Support - Siri Shortcuts Support Some Benefits of the App over the website: - No usage limits - Privacy - History is only stored on-device - Lets you edit the system message and temperature values - Universal - easily switch many different models Make sure to get an API Key! ‘Pal’ is not liable for any content generated. Terms of Use: https://bit.ly/termsOfUsePalChatEULA Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/privacyPolicyPalChatEULA

About

Speed Leaf

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Speed Leaf is a focused reading app that helps you read faster using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP). Instead of scanning lines of text, words are displayed one at a time at a fixed point on screen - reducing eye movement and helping you absorb content more efficiently. Import your own PDFs and EPUBs, set your preferred speed from 100 to 800 words per minute, and start reading. The app highlights the Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) in each word so your brain can process text faster with less effort. Whether you're working through articles, reports, books, or study materials, Speed Leaf keeps you in flow without distractions. Features: - RSVP word-by-word display with ORP highlighting - Adjustable reading speed (100–800 WPM) - PDF and EPUB import - Sentence context bar showing your position in each sentence - Browse mode to scan through full text and jump to any point - Reading statistics with words read, time tracked, and average WPM - Per-document progress saving and speed preferences - Clean, minimal interface designed for focus - 3 free document imports, then a one-time unlock for unlimited

Screenshots

Pal Chat4 screens
Speed Leaf3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Pal Chat at 16.0 against Speed Leaf'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. Pal Chat sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Speed Leaf sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pal Chat versus Speed Leaf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPal ChatSpeed Leaf
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (432 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings432 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB4 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPulkit AgarwalANDREW DAVID SAWYER

Bugs and requests

Pal Chat

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to change AI provider
  • Freezing on long responses
  • Unavailability of certain models (e.g., GPT-4o-mini)

Requested features

5 requests
  • Conversation history search
  • Support for local/self-hosted models
  • Multimodal support (vision, audio)
  • Ability to edit/delete messages in conversation
  • Dynamic model listing from providers

Speed Leaf

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pal Chat

Subscriptions2
  • Pal Chat Pro3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Pal Chat Pro Annual7 Days trial$68.991 Year
1 purchases

Speed Leaf

One-time1
  • Unlimited Imports$2.99

Questions

Is Pal Chat free?
Pal Chat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speed Leaf free?
Speed Leaf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pal Chat or Speed Leaf have ads?
Neither Pal Chat nor Speed Leaf shows ads.

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