Comparison

Bloom vs Readrrr

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

Head to head
About

Bloom

This app helps you conquer screen time by requiring you to tap an NFC keycard to your phone to access distracting apps. Set schedules, manage breaks, and utilize strict mode to stay focused. It's a physical solution for digital detox and improved productivity.

Highlights
  • NFC keycard app blocking
  • Customizable distraction lists
  • Focus schedules
  • Break limits
  • Strict mode
  • Emergency exits
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Most screen time apps fail because they’re easy to bypass. Bloom was created to fix that. Bloom revolutionizes your productivity by requiring you to scan an NFC keycard to your phone to access distracting apps. **How It Works** - Choose Your Distractions: Select the apps or websites you find most distracting. - Block Your Distractions: Tap your Bloom card to your phone to block those apps. - Live Distraction-Free: Stay productive with your card out of reach. When ready, just tap your Bloom card to your phone to unblock your apps. **Features** - Schedules: Set personalized schedules for your focus periods, allowing them to start and end automatically. - Breaks: Use your apps mindfully by setting limits on the frequency and duration of your breaks. - Strict Mode: Disable your ability to delete the Bloom app while in focus mode (optional). - Emergency Exits: Unblock all of your apps without your bloom card up to three times. **Why Bloom** - Spend less time on your phone and more time doing things that actually matter. - Improve your work habits by blocking out distractions. - Our physical solution is the ultimate solution for digital detox and time management. With Bloom’s NFC keycard, you can leave the “key” to your distractions behind, ensuring you stay focused and productive. Find your Bloom today and enjoy life beyond your phone! (We prioritize your privacy—your screen time data stays securely on your device and is never shared or stored elsewhere). Learn more by visiting our website: bloom.inc

About

Readrrr

Enhance reading speed and focus with a distraction-free experience. This app uses RSVP technology to display words sequentially, helping you process text faster and track your comprehension progress.

Highlights
  • RSVP speed-reading technology
  • Customizable reading speeds
  • Distraction-free reading environment
  • PDF import and text extraction
  • Reading progress tracking
  • Cross-device synchronization
Features
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Readrrr helps you stay focused and read faster using the RSVP reading method & narration, turning long texts into smooth, distraction-free reading sessions. RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) shows words one at a time in a fixed position, removing eye movement and letting your brain process text faster and more efficiently. Custom Reading Speeds: Start at a comfortable pace and gradually increase your words per minute. Find the speed where reading feels effortless and surprisingly natural. Stay Focused: No scrolling, no page turning, no visual clutter. Just pure reading flow. PDF-First Reading Import PDFs Instantly: Upload articles, papers, books, or notes directly into Readrrr and start reading in seconds. Clean, Continuous Text: Readrrr extracts and presents text in a streamlined format so you can focus on content, not layout noise. Perfect for Long Documents: Ideal for study material, research papers, and dense text that normally feels overwhelming. Track Your Progress Reading Stats: See how fast you read, how much you’ve covered, and how your speed improves over time. Consistency Insights: Track sessions and build a habit of focused reading without burnout. Progress That Feels Real: Clear numbers show exactly how your reading efficiency is improving. Seamless Across Devices Sync Everywhere: Your PDFs, reading progress, and stats stay in sync across all your devices. Pick Up Where You Left Off: Switch devices without losing your place or momentum. Readrrr is built for people who want to read more, read faster, and stay focused without distractions. A subscription is required to access Readrrr. Privacy Policy: https://www.ocule.no/readrrr/privacy Terms & Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bloom4 screens
Readrrr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bloom at 4.8 against Readrrr's 4.2. Bloom also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (66% vs 32%). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Readrrr sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Bloom asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bloom holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bloom has 2.4K ratings behind it against 113, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Bloom's written reviews are positive against 32% of Readrrr's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Bloom versus Readrrr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBloomReadrrr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.4K ratings) — better4.2 (113 ratings)
Positive reviews66.0% of reviews — better31.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2.4K — better113
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFind Your Bloom LLCOcule AS

Customer experience

Bloom

All ratings2,129 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews406 reviews
Positive66.0%
Neutral10.3%
Negative23.6%

Readrrr

All ratings113 ratings
Positive79.6%
Neutral1.8%
Negative18.6%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive31.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative61.7%

Bugs and requests

Bloom

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes when selecting apps for blocklist
  • Settings fail to save consistently

Requested features

2 requests
  • More flexible session scheduling options
  • Thinner, more discreet physical card

Readrrr

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Bloom

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Readrrr

Subscriptions9
  • Readrrr Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
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  • Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Readrrr Yearly$24.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Readrrr Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is Bloom free?
Bloom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Readrrr free?
Readrrr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bloom or Readrrr?
Bloom is rated higher. Bloom averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Readrrr averages 4.2 from 113 ratings.
Do Bloom or Readrrr have ads?
Neither Bloom nor Readrrr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bloom or Readrrr?
Bloom ships an update fortnightly, and Readrrr fortnightly. Most recently, Bloom was updated on September 24, 2026 and Readrrr on September 24, 2026.

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