# Speed Reader vs Ripple Speed Reading

The clearest difference is rating: Ripple Speed Reading at 5.0 against Speed Reader's 4.1. Ripple Speed Reading also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Speed Reader sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Ripple 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.

Ripple Speed Reading holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Speed Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ripple Speed Reading's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speed Reader | Ripple Speed Reading |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-reader-rsvp-reader/id6757968737/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripple-speed-reading/id6759067335/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Amenti Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788668924) | [Raindrop Digital LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876621351) |

## What reviewers say

### Speed Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-reader-rsvp-reader/id6757968737)

Enhance your reading speed and comprehension with a scientifically-backed method that presents words one at a time. Import content from various sources, adjust your pace, and track your progress to finish your reading list faster.

**Highlights:** Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) technology, Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlighting, Adjustable reading speed (100-1000+ WPM), Import from clipboard, URLs, camera, and Share extension, Safari extension for article extraction, Progress tracking and bookmarks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| RSVP Reader Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Yearly Special Offer | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $119.00 | one-time |


### Ripple Speed Reading

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripple-speed-reading/id6759067335)

This app helps you read faster by displaying words one at a time in a fixed position, keeping your eyes still and mind focused. Import web articles and DRM-free EPUB books to improve comprehension with a distraction-free interface.

**Highlights:** Single-word, fixed-point reading, Adjustable speed (50-1000 WPM), Import web articles and EPUBs, Automatic chapter detection, Minimal, calming interface, Light, dark, and neutral themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ripple Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Ripple Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Ripple Pro Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speed Reader free?

Speed Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ripple Speed Reading free?

Ripple Speed Reading is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Speed Reader or Ripple Speed Reading?

Ripple Speed Reading is rated higher. Speed Reader averages 4.1 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Ripple Speed Reading averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do Speed Reader or Ripple Speed Reading have ads?

Neither Speed Reader nor Ripple Speed Reading shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*