Comparison

Pixel Focus vs Readrrr

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

Head to head
About

Pixel Focus

Features
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BOOST YOUR PRODUCTIVITY WITH RETRO STYLE Transform your focus sessions with Pixel Focus - the Pomodoro timer that brings back the nostalgic charm of classic LED matrix displays. Experience productivity with a distinctive retro aesthetic that makes time management both effective and visually engaging. POMODORO TECHNIQUE MADE SIMPLE • Customizable focus sessions (default 25 minutes) • Short breaks (5 minutes) and long breaks (15-30 minutes) • Visual and audio notifications to keep you on track • Automatic cycle progression through work and break periods TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Session history with detailed statistics • Visual charts showing your productivity patterns • Daily, weekly, and monthly focus insights • Completed session counter and streak tracking RETRO LED MATRIX DESIGN • Authentic pixelated aesthetic inspired by classic LED displays • Glowing red text effects that mimic real LED lighting • Minimalist black background for reduced eye strain • Landscape-first design optimized for focus sessions PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE • Adjust timer durations to match your workflow • Choose from multiple pixelated fonts (Pixelify Sans, Press Start 2P) • Customize notification sounds and vibration patterns • Dark theme optimized for any lighting condition MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT Available in English and Spanish, with more languages coming soon. PERFECT FOR: • Students during study sessions • Remote workers and freelancers • Anyone looking to improve focus and time management • Fans of retro gaming and pixel art aesthetics • Professionals using the Pomodoro Technique WHY CHOOSE PIXEL FOCUS? Unlike generic timer apps, Pixel Focus combines proven productivity techniques with a unique visual identity. The retro LED aesthetic isn't just beautiful - it's designed to minimize distractions while keeping you engaged with your focus goals. Start your journey to better productivity today. Download Pixel Focus and experience the perfect blend of nostalgia and efficiency.

About

Readrrr

Enhance reading speed and focus with a distraction-free experience. This app uses RSVP technology to display words sequentially, helping you process text faster and track your comprehension progress.

Highlights
  • RSVP speed-reading technology
  • Customizable reading speeds
  • Distraction-free reading environment
  • PDF import and text extraction
  • Reading progress tracking
  • Cross-device synchronization
Features
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Readrrr uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation to show words one at a time in the same spot, and a natural voice can read each word aloud as it appears. Your eyes don't have to jump across lines, so you don't lose your place and read faster. Seeing and hearing every word at the same time also keeps your mind from drifting. Start at your normal pace and speed up as it gets comfortable. A Readrrr subscription or one-time purchase includes everything below: RSVP READER Every word has one letter marked in red for your eyes to rest on, so you never have to look for where the word starts. You can change the speed at any time. NARRATION Pick a voice and it reads along in sync with every word at any speed. The voice runs on your phone, so it works offline. SHORT READS Non-fiction you can finish in 10 to 20 minutes, on topics like history, health, science and economics. Each one is written to be read in Readrrr and sits in a collection with related reads. New ones come out every week, and you can suggest a topic. READ ANYTHING Import PDFs and EPUBs, send an article from Safari with one tap, paste text, or scan pages from a paper book. APP LOCKING Pick the apps that take up your day. Starting at 4 am they stay locked until you've read your daily word goal. Every day you hit it adds to your streak. If you really need one of them, you can unlock for 10 minutes once a day. HIGHLIGHTS Save any passage while you read. Readrrr sorts your highlights into themes and brings old ones back to you in the app and in a Home Screen widget, so you don't forget what you read. STATS Track your reading speed, words read and streak as they grow. SYNC Your library, reading position and stats stay in sync across your devices. SUBSCRIPTION Readrrr requires a subscription or a one-time purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage them in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.ocule.no/readrrr/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pixel Focus4 screens
Readrrr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Readrrr at fortnightly against Pixel Focus's every 4 months. Pixel Focus's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Pixel Focus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Readrrr sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pixel Focus ships an update every 4 months, Readrrr fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pixel Focus versus Readrrr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixel FocusReadrrr
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—29.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—22 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoberto RequenaOcule AS

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pixel Focus

One-time1
  • Ambient Music, Unlimited History$5.99
10 purchases

Readrrr

Subscriptions9
  • Readrrr Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
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  • Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Readrrr Yearly$24.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Readrrr Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is Pixel Focus free?
Pixel Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Readrrr free?
Readrrr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pixel Focus or Readrrr have ads?
Neither Pixel Focus nor Readrrr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pixel Focus or Readrrr?
Pixel Focus ships an update every 4 months, and Readrrr fortnightly. Most recently, Pixel Focus was updated on September 28, 2026 and Readrrr on October 12, 2026.

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