Comparison

Polyglot Video Player vs FastReading

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

Head to head
About

Polyglot Video Player

This app allows you to watch videos with two subtitle tracks displayed simultaneously. It's ideal for language learners to compare translations and original text in real-time, or for multilingual families to enjoy content together.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous dual subtitles
  • Language learning accelerator
  • Customizable subtitle display
  • Wide format support
  • Smooth playback
Features
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Unlock a new dimension of video viewing and language learning with Polyglot Video Player. Have you ever watched a foreign film and wished you could see both the original language captions and a translation in your native tongue at the exact same time? Standard video players limit you to just one subtitle track, forcing you to choose between understanding the plot or studying the language structure. Polyglot Video Player solves this problem once and for all iOS devices. Our app is designed with a singular, powerful purpose: to display two different subtitle tracks simultaneously on the same screen. This makes it the ultimate tool for serious language learners and polyglots in training. Imagine watching anime, K-dramas, or international cinema with your native language subtitles at the bottom and the target language script at the top. You can instantly compare sentence structures, idioms, and vocabulary in real-time, drastically accelerating your comprehension without constantly pausing to check a dictionary. It is not just for students, either. Polyglot Video Player is perfect for multilingual households wishing to enjoy movies together, ensuring everyone understands the dialogue regardless of their primary language. Key Features: Simultaneous Dual Subtitles: The core feature you need. Load and display two separate subtitle files at once on any video. Language Learning Accelerator: The most efficient way to compare translations versus original audio side-by-side on the screen. Customizable Display: Don't let text block the action. Easily adjust the size, color, and vertical position of each subtitle track independently to suit your preference. Wide Format Support: Compatible with most popular local video formats and standard subtitle file types (such as .SRT). Smooth Playback: A clean, user-friendly interface designed for a seamless viewing experience on phones and tablets. Stop compromising on your video experience. Break down communication barriers and master new languages faster. Download Polyglot Video Player today and watch the world in double vision!

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FastReading

Features
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속독의 과학, 손끝에서 시작하세요. FastReading은 과학적으로 검증된 4가지 속독 훈련법을 활용하여 읽기 속도와 이해력을 동시에 향상시키는 트레이닝 앱입니다. 한국어와 영어, 두 가지 언어로 100편 이상의 엄선된 텍스트와 함께 체계적인 속독 훈련을 시작하세요. ◆ 4가지 과학적 트레이닝 모드 ▸ RSVP (빠른 순차 시각 표시) 한 단어씩 빠르게 표시하여 시선 이동을 최소화합니다. 100~1,500 WPM까지 자유롭게 속도를 조절하며 집중력과 읽기 속도를 동시에 훈련하세요. ▸ 청킹 (단어 그룹 읽기) 단어를 그룹으로 묶어 하이라이트하며, 한 번에 여러 단어를 인식하는 능력을 키웁니다. 눈의 도약 횟수를 줄여 자연스럽게 속독이 됩니다. ▸ 페이스드 스크롤링 (자동 스크롤) 텍스트가 일정 속도로 자동 스크롤되며, 가이드 라인을 따라가면서 회귀(되돌아 읽기)를 방지합니다. 꾸준한 속도로 읽는 습관을 만들어줍니다. ▸ 주변 시야 확장 한 줄씩 전체를 인식하는 훈련으로 시야 범위를 넓힙니다. 더 넓은 범위의 텍스트를 한눈에 파악하는 능력을 기를 수 있습니다. ◆ 체계적인 학습 시스템 • 초급 / 중급 / 고급 3단계 난이도 • 과학, 기술, 건강, 역사, 문학, 철학, 자연, 사회, 경제, 심리학 등 10개 주제 • 각 세션 후 이해력 테스트로 실질적인 독해력 점검 • 진단 테스트로 현재 읽기 속도 측정 및 맞춤 훈련 시작 • 눈 워밍업 운동으로 훈련 전 준비 ◆ 상세한 성과 분석 • WPM(분당 단어 수) 변화 추이 그래프 • 정확도 추이 및 훈련 빈도 차트 • 기간별 필터 (1주, 1개월, 3개월, 전체) • 언어별, 모드별 개인 최고 기록 • 일일 목표 설정 및 추적 • 연속 훈련 스트릭 ◆ 동기 부여 시스템 • 6가지 업적 달성 (첫 걸음, 7일 스트릭, 500WPM 달성 등) • 일일 목표 (시간 또는 세션 수) • 저녁 리마인더 알림 • 즐겨찾기 텍스트 저장 ◆ 맞춤 설정 • 한국어/영어 자유 전환 • 트레이닝 폰트 크기 조절 • 모드별 기본 WPM 설정 • 다크 모드 지원 • 사용자 지정 텍스트 가져오기 • 햅틱 피드백 설정 매일 10분, 과학적인 속독 훈련으로 읽기 속도를 2배, 3배 향상시키세요. FastReading과 함께 더 빠르게, 더 정확하게 읽는 습관을 만들어 보세요.

Screenshots

Polyglot Video Player4 screens
FastReading4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FastReading at every 5 days against Polyglot Video Player's every 2 months. Polyglot Video Player's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Polyglot Video Player ships an update every 2 months, FastReading every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Polyglot Video Player versus FastReading: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolyglot Video PlayerFastReading
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSabrina AridiJang Chang Hee

In-app purchases

None

Polyglot Video Player

No in-app purchases

None

FastReading

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Polyglot Video Player free?
Polyglot Video Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FastReading free?
FastReading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Polyglot Video Player or FastReading have ads?
Neither Polyglot Video Player nor FastReading shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Polyglot Video Player or FastReading?
Polyglot Video Player ships an update every 2 months, and FastReading every 5 days. Most recently, Polyglot Video Player was updated on October 21, 2026 and FastReading on October 10, 2026.

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