Comparison

Live Read vs Eccentric Visor

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

Head to head
About

Live Read

This app uses your device's camera to instantly read printed text aloud. It's designed for individuals with visual impairments, offering an accessible way to read mail, signs, books, and more without internet or setup. Enjoy customizable speech and offline functionality for independent reading.

Highlights
  • Automatic real-time text reading
  • Tap and swipe gesture controls
  • Customizable natural voice options
  • Offline functionality
  • Supports over 50 languages
  • Private and secure on-device processing
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Live Read turns your camera into a personal reading companion. It instantly finds printed text and speaks it aloud, giving people with visual impairments an easy way to read independently. No setup, no clutter. Read anything around you From mail and books to signs, menus, and labels, Live Read makes everyday reading effortless at home or on the go. Designed for accessibility Every part of Live Read is built for ease of use. Just open the app, point the camera, and it starts reading automatically. Tap anywhere to stop or reset, or swipe to move between lines. Turning on VoiceOver will replace the swipe gestures with buttons. Features • Automatic reading: Text is detected and spoken aloud in real time. • Tap or swipe control: Tap to stop or reset. Swipe left to repeat a line or right to skip ahead a line of text. • Customizable speech: Choose from natural Apple voices and adjust speaking speed. • Works offline: Reads instantly without an internet connection. • Multi-language support: Recognizes printed text in 50+ languages. • Private and secure: Live Read never saves or sends anything you scan. All processing happens instantly and entirely on your device. Disclaimer: Live Read is not a medical device. Text recognition results may not always be accurate or complete. Please use your own judgment and verify information when needed. Testimonial "I am using it on my phone now. It works amazing! And I'm reading an Irish bagpipe music book so the words are unusual and the computer is getting it pretty much right on." - Vision Piping

About

Eccentric Visor

Features
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Eccentric Visor is an innovative reading aid designed for people with low vision, especially those with central vision loss. Instead of forcing your eyes to move across the page, text smoothly scrolls across the screen—so you can keep your gaze fixed in your most comfortable viewing area. Read more easily, with less effort. Why Eccentric Visor? - Effortless reading: Keep your eyes in one position while text moves for you. - Designed for low vision: Ideal for eccentric viewing training and daily reading support. - Fully customizable: Adjust font size, colors, contrast, and scrolling speed. Use the Focus Point to match your optimal visual area. Flexible ways to read - Import PDF documents - Paste any text - Use your camera to capture texts around you. - Your documents are automatically saved and organized. Simple and intuitive controls - Navigate between pages - Adjust speed instantly - Pause and resume with a tap - Move the focus point wherever you need it For professionals and everyday users - Useful in clinical settings for visual training - A valuable tool for educators - Essential support for people with visual impairment - Also helpful for anyone looking to improve reading focus and speed Discover a new way of reading—more accessible, more comfortable, and adapted to you.

Screenshots

Live Read3 screens
Eccentric Visor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Live Read at Free against Eccentric Visor's $4.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

Live Read is free to download; Eccentric Visor costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Live Read ships an update every 2 weeks, Eccentric Visor monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Live Read versus Eccentric Visor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLive ReadEccentric Visor
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.9 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.3
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyan AnetsbergerLuis Sanchez-Beato Frates

In-app purchases

None

Live Read

No in-app purchases

None

Eccentric Visor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Live Read free?
Live Read is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Eccentric Visor free?
Eccentric Visor costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Live Read or Eccentric Visor have ads?
Neither Live Read nor Eccentric Visor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Live Read or Eccentric Visor?
Live Read ships an update every 2 weeks, and Eccentric Visor monthly. Most recently, Live Read was updated on September 29, 2026 and Eccentric Visor on September 21, 2026.

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