Comparison

Simplio RSS Reader vs Readspace

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

Head to head
About

Simplio RSS Reader

This app offers a private and chronological way to follow news and blogs without algorithmic manipulation or advertisements. It supports various feed formats and provides robust organization tools. Unlock advanced features like unlimited feeds and keyword filtering with a subscription.

Highlights
  • RSS, Atom, JSON feed support
  • OPML import/export
  • Folders and tags for organization
  • Unread count widgets
  • Clean reader mode
  • Full offline reading
  • iCloud sync
Features
Read full description

Your reading list, not an algorithm's. If you remember the open web before recommendation engines decided what you would read next, Simplio RSS Reader brings that habit back. It is a calm, private rss reader for adults who want to subscribe to the blogs, newsletters and newsrooms they actually care about, then see them in chronological order without ads, without a trending rail, and without engagement traps designed to keep you scrolling. Reading, not feed-doom. The feed reader treats your time as yours: it loads what you subscribed to, in the order it was published, and stops being interesting the moment your inbox is empty — which is the point. Every feature described below is unlocked only with an auto-renewable subscription purchased inside the app. New subscribers get a free trial: 3 days on the weekly and monthly plans, one week on the yearly plan; you may cancel anytime during the trial to avoid being charged. Add feeds by URL or paste in an OPML file from another app, then organise them into folders. The reader app supports RSS, Atom and JSON Feed, articles open in a clean reader mode stripped of clutter, and you can star articles, save them to read later, or search across every feed when you remember a phrase but not the source. Unread counts surface on Home Screen widgets, a listen button reads articles aloud with Text-to-Speech, and OPML export lets you walk away at any time with everything you ever subscribed to. The blog reader also handles the awkward shape of modern publishing: full-text fetch pulls the complete article when a feed only ships a summary, keyword filtering quietly mutes topics you are tired of and highlights the ones you care about, and background refresh schedules let a heavy news reader update at sensible intervals without draining battery. A daily digest gathers the newest unread articles from the past day behind a single notification at the time you choose, and new-article alerts can be switched on or off. PDF article export lets you save a long read for an offline flight or a research archive. Your subscription list and read state stay on this device. There is no account requirement and no analytics following which articles you open. The interface ships in 39 languages, designed for anyone who missed RSS after it was declared dead, writers and journalists tracking sources, developers following blogs and changelogs, and readers tired of algorithmic news feeds. As a minimal reader, blog aggregator and privacy reader, it hands editorial decisions back to you — what you read, in what order, and for how long is no longer a recommendation. Unlock with Pro: • Unlimited feeds (free tier: 5 feeds) • Unlimited saved articles and Home Screen widgets • Text-to-Speech listening, reading stats and streaks • Keyword filtering to mute or highlight topics • OPML export and the daily digest Subscription Pricing & Terms Features require a subscription. Pricing and terms available in-app. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription and free-trial conversion in Settings > Apple ID after purchase. Any unused portion of the free-trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription.

About

Readspace

Consolidate all your news, blogs, and newsletters into a single, chronological feed. Get daily summaries of major developments and discover new sources tailored to your interests. Enjoy a focused reading experience with customizable options and privacy-first design.

Highlights
  • Unified chronological feed
  • Five-minute daily digest summaries
  • Discover new internet sources
  • Save articles for later reading
  • Summaries, highlights, and translations
  • Cross-device syncing
  • OPML import for existing subscriptions
Features
Read full description

The internet never runs out of things to show you. Your attention does. Readspace brings the publications, independent blogs, newsletters, and communities you care about into one calm, chronological feed. Discover new sources based on your interests, build your own information diet, and follow the web on your terms. When you don't have time to read everything, your Daily Digest turns hundreds of unread articles into a five-minute briefing of the major developments, plus a short list of stories worth reading in full. Stay informed without spending your day scrolling. **WHY READSPACE?** **• One Feed You Control** Follow the sources you choose and see every new article in chronological order. No engagement algorithm deciding what deserves your attention. **• A Five-Minute Daily Digest** Catch up on the major developments across your sources without opening every article. Readspace also highlights "Worth reading" stories you may want to explore yourself. **• Discover Your Corner of the Internet** Explore a searchable catalog of 120,000+ feeds, from major publications to independent writers and niche blogs. Search for a specific source or simply describe what you're interested in. Smart search helps you find relevant sources, even when you don't know their names. **• Follow More of the Web** Keep up with independent writers, publications, magazines, Reddit communities, and email newsletters without scattering everything across different apps and inboxes. **• Save Now, Read Later** Save articles from your browser and return to them whenever you have time. Enjoy supported articles in a focused, customizable reader with dark mode and less visual clutter. **• Summaries, Highlights, and Translations** Generate quick summaries, surface key highlights to skim articles faster, or translate content into your preferred language. These features are always optional. **• Your Reading, Everywhere** Keep your subscriptions and saved articles synced across Readspace on mobile and web. Follow sites and save articles with the browser extension, or bring your existing subscriptions with OPML import. **PRIVACY COMES FIRST** Readspace is open source and built around your choices, not advertising, addictive recommendations, or selling your reading activity. Your chronological feed contains what you followed, not whatever keeps you scrolling longest. Whether you already use RSS or simply want a more mindful way to follow the internet, Readspace helps you discover great sources, catch up on what matters, and move on with your day. Build your own calmer corner of the internet with Readspace. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Simplio RSS Reader4 screens
Readspace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Readspace at 5.0 against Simplio RSS Reader's 3.0. Readspace also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Simplio RSS Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Readspace sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Readspace holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 5 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simplio RSS Reader ships an update every 9 days, Readspace every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Simplio RSS Reader versus Readspace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimplio RSS ReaderReadspace
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings45 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.516.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB88 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBahattin DuranAbhay Srivatsa

Customer experience

Simplio RSS Reader

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Readspace

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Simplio RSS Reader

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Readspace

Subscriptions2
  • Readspace Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Readspace Pro Monthly$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Simplio RSS Reader free?
Simplio RSS Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Readspace free?
Readspace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simplio RSS Reader or Readspace?
Readspace is rated higher. Simplio RSS Reader averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Readspace averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Simplio RSS Reader or Readspace have ads?
Neither Simplio RSS Reader nor Readspace shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simplio RSS Reader or Readspace?
Simplio RSS Reader ships an update every 9 days, and Readspace every 4 days. Most recently, Simplio RSS Reader was updated on November 8, 2026 and Readspace on October 31, 2026.

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