Comparison

Glance vs SpeedReadify

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

Head to head
About

Glance

This app offers a minimalist reading experience using RSVP technology to display text word by word. It helps users focus by eliminating distractions and entering a state of flow. Import your own books and customize the reading experience with various fonts and color schemes.

Highlights
  • RSVP speed reading technology
  • Import EPUB, MOBI, and save Texts/URLs
  • Two reading modes (overview and speed)
  • Customizable fonts and color schemes
  • Ad-free and tracking-free experience
Features
Currently charting
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Read your books one word at a time — calm, focused, and as fast as you like. Glance shows text word by word at a single point, so your eyes stay still and your attention stays on the story. Import your own EPUB and MOBI books or save articles from the web, then read at the speed that feels right — from a gentle 100 to 1,000 words per minute. Your library, your way • Import DRM-free EPUB and MOBI books, or save any web article or pasted text to read offline • Two ways to read: scroll the full text, or switch to word-by-word speed reading — turn your phone sideways for a distraction-free view • Glance remembers where you stopped and carries you straight into the next chapter Made for reading, not for scrolling • Tap to pause, double-tap to go back a sentence, swipe to change speed • Many fonts and colour schemes, including high-contrast and colour-blind-friendly options • Reading stats and goals to build a daily habit • Translate any sentence with one long press • Works on iPhone and iPad, in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Ukrainian Respectful by design Pay once, keep it forever. No ads. No tracking. No subscriptions. No account. Your books never leave your device. Just you, the words, and the moment. Note: books bought from Kindle or Apple Books are copy-protected (DRM) and can't be opened by any third-party reader.

About

SpeedReadify

Enhance your reading speed and comprehension with a distraction-free, word-by-word presentation. Import various document types, track your progress, and test your understanding with AI-powered quizzes.

Highlights
  • RSVP speed reading
  • Adjustable WPM (100-1000)
  • Import EPUB, PDF, text, URLs
  • AI text extraction from scans
  • Reading progress tracking
  • AI comprehension quizzes (Premium)
Features
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Speed Readify uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) to help you read faster and retain more. One word at a time, zero distractions. SPEED READING MADE SIMPLE • Read at 100-1000 words per minute • Adjustable speed presets for any skill level • Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlighting helps your brain process words faster IMPORT ANYTHING • Paste text directly • Import EPUB books and PDF documents • Scan physical pages with AI-powered text extraction • Import from any URL TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • See your reading stats at a glance • Resume where you left off • Organize your reading library CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING (Premium) • AI-generated comprehension quizzes • Test your retention after each reading session PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlock speeds up to 1000 WPM • AI text extraction from photos • Comprehension quizzes • 2-week free trial Whether you're a student tackling textbooks, a professional staying current, or a book lover with a growing reading list, Speed Readify helps you read more in less time. Download now and start reading faster today.

Screenshots

Glance4 screens
SpeedReadify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SpeedReadify at Free against Glance's $3.99. SpeedReadify also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). Glance's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#88 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, 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

SpeedReadify is free to download; Glance costs $3.99 up front. SpeedReadify sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Glance asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Glance against 5.0 for SpeedReadify. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Glance ships an update every 2 weeks, SpeedReadify every 4 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Glance versus SpeedReadify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlanceSpeedReadify
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (8 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
Best chart rank#88 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPETER ZDANKINPedro Poveda

Customer experience

Glance

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SpeedReadify

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Glance

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SpeedReadify

Subscriptions1
  • SpeedReadify Premium14 Days trial$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Glance free?
Glance costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SpeedReadify free?
SpeedReadify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Glance or SpeedReadify?
SpeedReadify is rated higher. Glance averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SpeedReadify averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Glance or SpeedReadify have ads?
Neither Glance nor SpeedReadify shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Glance or SpeedReadify?
Glance ships an update every 2 weeks, and SpeedReadify every 4 days. Most recently, Glance was updated on November 5, 2026 and SpeedReadify on November 5, 2026.

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