Comparison

RR vs Focus

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

Head to head
About

RR

Enhance your reading efficiency with this app. It offers customizable speed, font, and size settings for a personalized experience. Track your progress and improve comprehension on iOS, iPadOS, and Mac.

Highlights
  • Customizable reading speeds
  • Adjustable fonts and sizes
  • Personalized reading experience
  • Progress tracking
  • Word-by-word reading
Features
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Read saved text one word at a time at a pace you choose. • Create a reading from your own text • Find saved readings by searching titles and text • Adjust reading speed, font, and text size • Pause and resume the reader • Edit and share saved text • Search Wikipedia and read short result excerpts Saved readings work offline. Wikipedia search requires an internet connection and sends your search terms to Wikimedia. Search text is sent as you type after three characters. No app account is required.

About

Focus

Features
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"Focus" is your personal reading assistant designed to enhance focus, comprehension, and reading speed. Whether you're reading stories, notes, or articles, Focus makes the process efficient and enjoyable. Features: Word-by-Word Reading: Improve focus with our unique word-by-word display feature. Stay immersed in the content without distractions. Adjustable Reading Speed: Customize your reading pace with an intuitive speed controller to match your comfort level. Save Stories & Notes: Organize your favorite stories, articles, or personal notes in one convenient place. Minimalist Design: Clean and user-friendly interface designed to keep you focused on the content. Perfect for All Readers: Whether you’re a student, professional, or just love reading, Focus is tailored to your needs. Why Choose Focus? Unlike traditional reading apps, Focus integrates a unique system for word isolation, which enhances concentration and helps readers stay engaged. With customizable settings, it’s the perfect tool to help you achieve your reading goals. Perfect Use Cases: Speed reading practice. Note-taking for professionals or students. Relaxing with your favorite stories at your pace. Start your focused reading journey with "Focus." Download now and experience the future of reading!

Screenshots

RR1 screens
Focus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: RR at 4 against Focus's 2. RR also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
RR versus Focus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRRFocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 14 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNathan FennelMusa Tenekeci

In-app purchases

None

RR

No in-app purchases

None

Focus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RR free?
RR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Focus free?
Focus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RR or Focus have ads?
Neither RR nor Focus shows ads.

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