# Speed reading vs ReadingClock

Speed reading and ReadingClock both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 94% of ReadingClock's written reviews are positive against 25% of Speed reading's. ReadingClock also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). Speed reading's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Speed reading sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and ReadingClock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReadingClock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 146 and 146 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Speed reading's written reviews are positive against 94% of ReadingClock's.

Speed reading ships an update every 5 weeks, ReadingClock fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speed reading | ReadingClock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (146 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-reading-reader/id6451441419/reviews) | **[4.8 (146 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readingclock-reading-tracker/id6473550400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 146 | 146 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **93.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alican Efe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693988285) | [Le Huang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1015141828) |

## What reviewers say

### Speed reading

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-reading-reader/id6451441419)

Enhance your reading speed and comprehension with targeted exercises and a specialized reader for PDF and EPUB files. Improve focus, expand your visual angle, and track your progress over 30 days to read books faster and more effectively.

**Highlights:** Speed reading and concentration exercises, Reading accelerator for PDF/EPUB, 30-day speed reading course, Eye muscle and vision angle exercises, EPUB and PDF reader, Progress statistics, Spritz and Bionic reading modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Premium | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium | $17.99 | per year |


### ReadingClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readingclock-reading-tracker/id6473550400)

This app helps you build a consistent reading habit with a simple timer and tracker. Set daily and weekly goals, monitor your progress with a calendar, and celebrate milestones. Log reading sessions, add notes, and share your achievements.

**Highlights:** Reading timer with automatic logging, Daily and weekly reading goals, Progress tracking calendar, Streaks and milestones, Reading notes, Share reading achievements

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speed reading free?

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

### Is ReadingClock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Speed reading or ReadingClock?

ReadingClock is rated higher. Speed reading averages 4.7 out of 5 from 146 ratings, while ReadingClock averages 4.8 from 146 ratings.

### Do Speed reading or ReadingClock have ads?

Neither Speed reading nor ReadingClock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Speed reading or ReadingClock?

Speed reading ships an update every 5 weeks, and ReadingClock fortnightly. Most recently, Speed reading was updated on November 14, 2026 and ReadingClock on November 14, 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.*