Comparison

WordPulse vs Speed Reading

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

Head to head
About

WordPulse

Features
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Read faster, retain more. WordPulse turns any document into a focused reading session. One word at a time, centered on screen, with a red letter — the Optimal Recognition Point — that keeps your eyes from wandering. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Import PDFs from Files • Paste any text directly • Scan images with on-device OCR • Read at 120 to 900 words per minute • Smart pauses at punctuation for natural flow • Continue Reading from where you left off • Light or dark mode + Soft Colors for long sessions • 15 languages: English, Turkish, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Indonesian, Vietnamese PRIVACY-FIRST WordPulse works entirely offline. Your documents never leave your device. TRY IT FREE Start with the free sample. Subscribe weekly or yearly to unlock unlimited document imports. SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS • Weekly: $3.99/week • Yearly: $29.99/year Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in App Store settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://github.com/baraaan-k/WordPulse-Privacy-Policy/blob/main/README.md

About

Speed Reading

Features
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Read more in less time. Rive uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) to show you one word at a time at a pace you choose—so you stay focused, reduce subvocalization, and build real speed-reading habits. READ ANYTHING • Start instantly with eight classic books built in: Moby Dick, The Great Gatsby, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Treasure Island, A Tale of Two Cities, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Ulysses, and Wuthering Heights • Paste any text—articles, notes, chapters—and start reading in seconds • Import from the web: paste a URL and Rive fetches and extracts the main article text • Share from Safari, Notes, or any app: use the Share sheet and choose Rive to add it to your library (Free includes the eight classics plus your first few imports; Rive Pro unlocks unlimited imports—see below.) SMART RSVP READER • One word at a time, with the optimal recognition point (ORP) highlighted so your eyes land in the right place • Adjust speed from 150 to 900 words per minute with a simple slider—find the pace that fits you • Jump back or forward 10 words anytime; play and pause with one tap • Progress is saved automatically. Pick up exactly where you left off, across all your items TRAIN YOUR SPEED • Find Your Speed — Gradually increases pace so you discover your comfortable reading speed (free) • Two more guided modes—Build Speed and Comfort & Focus—are included with Rive Pro (see below) TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • See total words read, total time read, and your average WPM • Filter stats by today, this week, this month, or all time • Yearly streak calendar shows every day you read or trained—build a habit that sticks RIVE PRO Upgrade to unlock everything: • Unlimited imports — save articles, books, and pasted text without limit • All training modes — Build Speed and Comfort & Focus, alongside Find Your Speed • Reading insights — trend charts for words read, reading speed, and training progress over time (7, 30, and 90-day views) • Support an independent developer building Rive Rive Pro is available as a monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and can be managed or cancelled anytime in your App Store account settings. DESIGNED TO STAY OUT OF THE WAY • Clean, minimal reader so you focus on the words • Optional accent themes (e.g. blue, green) for the interface and reading highlight • Light and dark mode support Rive is built for anyone who wants to read more without spending more time—whether you're catching up on articles, revisiting classics, or training yourself to read faster and with better focus. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.jamesbtlr.com/rsvp/privacy.html

Screenshots

WordPulse4 screens
Speed Reading4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: WordPulse at every 3 weeks against Speed Reading's every 2 months. 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. WordPulse sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Speed Reading sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WordPulse ships an update every 3 weeks, Speed Reading every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
WordPulse versus Speed Reading: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWordPulseSpeed Reading
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.217.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBaran KUTLUJames Butler

In-app purchases

5 purchases

WordPulse

Subscriptions5
  • WordPulse Premium (Weekly)$2.997 Days
  • WordPulse Pro (Weekly)$3.997 Days
  • WordPulse Premium (Yearly)$19.991 Year
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  • WordPulse Pro (Yearly)$29.991 Year
  • WordPulse Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
3 purchases

Speed Reading

Subscriptions2
  • Rive Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Rive Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Rive Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is WordPulse free?
WordPulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speed Reading free?
Speed Reading is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WordPulse or Speed Reading have ads?
Neither WordPulse nor Speed Reading shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WordPulse or Speed Reading?
WordPulse ships an update every 3 weeks, and Speed Reading every 2 months. Most recently, WordPulse was updated on November 5, 2026 and Speed Reading on November 9, 2026.

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