Comparison

ZenTube vs Speed Read

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

Head to head
About

ZenTube

This app helps you regain control of your digital media consumption by eliminating distractions like recommended videos and endless scrolling. It focuses on providing a decluttered experience so you can reclaim your time for more meaningful activities.

Highlights
  • No recommended videos or algorithm
  • Filter shorts and videos
  • Organized channels
  • Privacy-focused, no account needed
  • Note-taking per video
Features
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Tired of the endless feed? ZenTube is a distraction-free video client that shows only the channels YOU choose - no recommendations, no algorithm, no doomscrolling. You open the app to watch one video from a channel you follow. An hour later, you're lost in a feed you never asked for. ZenTube breaks that loop by removing the traps: • NO recommended videos or algorithmic feed • Hide Shorts and long videos separately • Grayscale thumbnails to keep clicks low • No account, no tracking - privacy first WHAT YOU GET • All your channels in one clean, organised home feed • Watch Later, playlists, and resume playback • Notes per video - turn watching into learning • iCloud sync across iPhone and iPad • Explore & search with Shorts filtering • Available in 9 languages WHAT PEOPLE SAY "I never write reviews, but this app is perfectly built for how I think people should interact with online content." "I can filter educational and business channels without the thumbnail and save my time." WHO IT'S FOR • Anyone doing a digital detox or cutting screen time • Learners who follow educational and news channels • People who want video without the rabbit hole HOW IT WORKS 1. Add the channels you love. 2. Watch only what's on your list. 3. Get your time back for what really matters. ZenTube is free to start. ZenTube Pro (optional) unlocks the full experience - the plan names say it all: Zen As You Go, Zen For A Year, or Zen Forever. Make your feed yours again. Download ZenTube and improve your digital well-being today. Privacy Policy: https://intenca.com/zentube/#privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Speed Read

Features
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Speed Reader is a utility designed to enhance reading speed and comprehension by displaying text in a rapid, customisable sequence. Users can input their own text or select from preloaded samples, such as excerpts from classic literature, to practice speed reading. The application offers a range of settings to tailor the experience, including adjustable display speed, text chunking options, and visual themes. Highlights Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP): Displays text one word, phrase, or sentence at a time to improve reading speed. Customizable Settings: Adjust text size (12-52px), speed (50-1000ms per unit), and chunking (single word, current & next, previous & next, full sentences, or sentence parts). Vowel Removal Option: Removes vowels to enhance focus on word recognition and speed. Context Display: Shows surrounding words for better comprehension during speed reading. Pause on Punctuation: Adds customisable pauses (0-1000ms) after punctuation for natural pacing. Progress Tracking: Displays a progress bar and unit counter for real-time feedback. Dark/Light Themes: Switch between themes for comfortable reading in any lighting. Sample Texts: Includes excerpts from "Pride and Prejudice" and "Alice in Wonderland" for practice. Summary Report: Provides post-reading stats, including unit count, sentence count, display speed, and estimated words per minute (WPM). Responsive Design: Optimised for mobile devices with a clean, intuitive interface.

Screenshots

ZenTube4 screens
Speed Read4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Speed Read at none against ZenTube's 3. ZenTube's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. ZenTube sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Speed Read asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ZenTube versus Speed Read: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZenTubeSpeed Read
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB8 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTsz Hong CheungPaul Thornton

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ZenTube

Subscriptions2
  • Zen As You Go1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Zen For A Year$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Zen Forever$80.00
None

Speed Read

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZenTube free?
ZenTube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speed Read free?
Speed Read is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZenTube or Speed Read have ads?
Speed Read shows ads; ZenTube does not.

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