Solo Read vs SpeederReader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Solo Read
This e-reader presents text one word at a time, offering a unique and focused reading experience. Customize text size and speed, and navigate through content like a video player. Its minimalist interface minimizes distractions for a calmer, more intentional reading session.
- Word-by-word text display
- Customizable text size
- Adjustable reading speed
- Video-like playback controls
- Minimalist interface
- Focus enhancement
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A new way to read—one word at a time. A fresh take on the traditional eReader, designed for greater accessibility and focus. Simply paste in any text and watch it unfold word by word on your screen. Customize your reading experience: Control the text size and speed Pause, rewind, or fast forward like you’re watching a movie Enjoy a clean, minimalist interface that keeps distractions away Whether you're working on focus, want a more digestible reading experience, or just want to try something new, this app makes reading smoother, calmer, and more in tune with your pace. Read with intention. One word at a time.
SpeederReader
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Read faster. Read more. Finish books in half the time. SpeederReader uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) — a proven speed reading technique that displays one word at a time at your chosen pace. No eye movement, no distractions, just pure reading speed. Most readers reach 2–3x their normal reading speed within minutes. SPEED READING MADE SIMPLE - Read at up to 750 words per minute - Adjustable speed from 50 to 750 WPM - Gold-highlighted Optimal Recognition Point guides your eye to the right letter instantly - Flow mode slows at punctuation to match natural reading rhythm READ ANYTHING - Open PDFs, EPUBs, HTML, Markdown, and plain text files - Paste any URL to speed read articles, blog posts, and web pages - Browse 60,000+ books from Project Gutenberg — built right in - Upload from your device or iCloud DESIGNED FOR READERS - Save and resume your reading progress automatically - Paragraph context keeps you oriented in the text - Dark mode reader that's easy on the eyes - Word-by-word navigation when paused - Built-in dictionary lookup - English and Spanish interface - no subscriptions and no ads - All files processed locally on your device - No account required, no tracking, no data collection - Open source and community driven Whether you're a student tackling textbooks, a professional keeping up with articles, or a book lover who wants to read more — SpeederReader helps you read faster without sacrificing comprehension. Download SpeederReader and start reading more books today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SpeederReader at 5.0 against Solo Read's 4.5. SpeederReader also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.2). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SpeederReader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | Solo Read | SpeederReader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Olivia Anne Cory | John Ottenlips |
In-app purchases
Solo Read
No in-app purchases
SpeederReader
No in-app purchases
