Comparison

BoostLectura vs Anchor Reader

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

Head to head
About

BoostLectura

Features
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BoostLectura is a reader for the PDFs and EPUBs you already have. Import a file and start reading in seconds. Everything you get out of the book β€” the highlights, the notes, the answers to the questions you'd normally skip past β€” stays with the book. FEATURES β€’ Read PDFs and EPUBs in a reader that stays out of the way. β€’ Ask about anything in the book you're reading. The answers come from the book itself, not from the internet. β€’ Highlight a passage, write a note next to it, and find both later. β€’ Pick your own background and text colors. Paper white at noon, dark at 1am. β€’ Sync your library, reading progress, highlights and notes across your iPhone, iPad and Mac. β€’ Your books live on your device. No connection needed to open one. β€’ Keep a widget on the Home Screen with whatever you're reading now. Made for people just getting into reading, and for seasoned readers too.

About

Anchor Reader

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Unleash your reading potential with Anchor Reader! Have too much to read and not enough time? Discover Anchor Reader, the revolutionary speedβ€’reading app based on the scientific RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) method. By displaying words one by one in the center of your screen, Anchor Reader eliminates subvocalization and unnecessary eye movements. The result: you can read up to 3 times faster while improving your concentration and retention! Ideal for students, busy professionals, book lovers, or anyone looking to improve their focus. WHY CHOOSE ANCHOR READER? β€’ Massive time savings: Read books, articles, and documents in record time. β€’ Zero distractions: The RSVP method forces your brain to stay focused on the present moment. β€’ Total customization: Adjust the reading speed (WPM β€’ words per minute) to your pace, from beginner to speedβ€’reading expert. YOUR UNIVERSAL LIBRARY β€’ Supported formats: Easily import your own PDF, EPUB, and classic text files. β€’ Smart progress tracking: Pick up exactly where you left off. Even better: see at a glance the exact reading time you have left to devour the end of your book! A PREMIUM VISUAL EXPERIENCE Enjoy a beautiful and restful interface with 3 dynamic themes designed to reduce eye strain: β€’ Light: Clear, clean, and perfect for the day. β€’ Dusk: A modern and elegant bluish theme (Glass effect). β€’ Midnight: A pure OLED black with yellow accents, ideal for protecting your eyes during night reading sessions. ANCHOR UNLIMITED (PREMIUM) Test the app through an included free demo, with no need to enter a credit card. Ready to shift into high gear? Unlock your brain's full potential with Anchor Unlimited: β€’ Unlimited reading speed (unlock extreme speeds!). β€’ Unlimited document imports. β€’ Unrestricted reading time. Ready to transform the way you read? Download Anchor Reader today and start devouring your books and documents at the speed of light! Terms of Use (EULA): https://alexandre-dpr.github.io/anchor-reader/terms Privacy Policy: https://alexandre-dpr.github.io/anchor-reader/privacy

Screenshots

BoostLectura4 screens
Anchor Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Anchor Reader at none against BoostLectura's 4. BoostLectura's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. BoostLectura sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Anchor Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BoostLectura ships an update every 9 days, Anchor Reader every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
BoostLectura versus Anchor Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoostLecturaAnchor Reader
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 days β€” betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size42 MB42 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDaniel Matias Carvajal CarvajalAlexandre Dupre

In-app purchases

4 purchases

BoostLectura

One-time4
  • Small Credits Pack$1.99
  • Medium Credits Pack$4.99
  • Plus Credits Pack$9.99
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  • Max Credits Pack$19.99
None

Anchor Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BoostLectura free?
BoostLectura is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Anchor Reader free?
Anchor Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BoostLectura or Anchor Reader have ads?
Neither BoostLectura nor Anchor Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BoostLectura or Anchor Reader?
BoostLectura ships an update every 9 days, and Anchor Reader every 5 weeks. Most recently, BoostLectura was updated on September 27, 2026 and Anchor Reader on October 10, 2026.

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