FlashRead vs Blitzr
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FlashRead
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Master speed reading and conquer your reading list with FlashRead. WHAT IS RSVP SPEED READING? Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) displays one word at a time at your chosen speed. Your eyes stay fixed while words flow to you, eliminating the eye movement that slows traditional reading. It's the same technique used by speed reading champions. READ UP TO 1000 WORDS PER MINUTE Start at a comfortable 200 WPM and work your way up. Most users double their reading speed within the first week. The built-in Speed Training mode gradually increases your pace to push your limits. 70,000+ FREE CLASSIC BOOKS Access the entire Project Gutenberg library instantly: β’ Literary classics: Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights β’ Adventures: Sherlock Holmes, Treasure Island, The Count of Monte Cristo β’ Horror: Dracula, Frankenstein, The Call of Cthulhu β’ Philosophy: Meditations, The Republic, Beyond Good and Evil β’ History: The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, The Art of War β’ And thousands moreβall free, forever FEATURES β’ Adjustable speed from 100-1000 WPM β’ Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlighting β’ Multiple themes: Light, Dark, Sepia, Night, and more β’ 17 font choices including dyslexia-friendly options β’ Punctuation-aware pacing for natural comprehension β’ Progress tracking and bookmarks β’ Offline readingβdownload books to read anywhere FLASHREAD PRO Unlock unlimited access to the full library and all premium features with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no ads, ever. Whether you're a student tackling required reading, a professional staying informed, or a book lover with too many classics on your listβFlashRead helps you read more in less time. Download now and start speed reading today.
Blitzr
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Still reading like it's 2005? Your brain deserves an upgrade. Blitzr is an RSVP speed reader for PDFs, EPUBs, Word docs, and web articles. It flashes one word at a time in a fixed spot β no eye-jumping, no losing your place β so you read faster, with sharper focus. - Your pace: start at 250 WPM, climb past 600 as your brain adapts - Smart pauses at sentence and clause boundaries β speed without sacrificing comprehension - One reader, every format: EPUB, PDF, .docx, web articles, plain text, and free Project Gutenberg titles How RSVP Works Your eyes normally jump between words and back over what you've read β that's what slows you down. RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) shows one word at a time in the same spot, so your eyes stop hunting and your focus locks in. Smart pauses at sentence and clause boundaries keep the meaning intact, even as you speed up. Whether you're a student drowning in PDFs or a professional chasing deadlines, Blitzr turns you into an accelerated reader β minus the stress. One Reader, Every Format - EPUB books, with inline illustrations - PDFs, including textbooks and research papers - Word documents (.docx), with inline images - Web articles β just share a link to Blitzr - Plain text and free Project Gutenberg titles - Clean, minimal interface built for long reading sessions Use Cases - Study PDFs β research papers, textbook chapters, lecture notes - Read EPUB books β your library, or free Gutenberg titles - Articles & web text β share a link, speed-read it - Work documents β reports, briefs, Word docs Train Your Brain (Yes, Really) - Improve focus and comprehension - Build consistent reading habits - Finish books faster than ever - Spend less time scrolling, more time learning Features That Matter - Adjustable speed controls (go slow or go supersonic) - Multiple modes: RSVP, Highlight, Classic, and Teleprompter - Distraction-free interface - Fully private β your data stays on your device FAQ Q: Will speed reading hurt my comprehension? A: Not if you build up gradually. Start at a pace you fully understand, then nudge the speed up only when you can still follow along. The built-in pauses do a lot of the work for you. Q: What if I can't keep up? A: Just lower the WPM. Blitzr is yours to pace β slow and steady is how the habit builds. Q: Does Blitzr work offline? A: Yes. Imported files stay on your device, and your reading data is fully private. Getting Started 1. Import a file (EPUB, PDF, Word, or text) or share an article to Blitzr 2. Set your reading speed 3. Start your RSVP journey No complicated setup. No learning curve. Blitzr is more than an EPUB reader or RSVP app β it's your shortcut to reading smarter, faster, and better. Download now and finally win the battle against your reading list. β PDF rendering powered by Xodo PDF Reader and Editor.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FlashRead at none against Blitzr's 1. Blitzr's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Blitzr sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FlashRead asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | FlashRead | Blitzr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Every 11 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.5 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 97 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Stephen Olson | Fixonal PTE Ltd. |
In-app purchases
FlashRead
No in-app purchases
Blitzr
- Blitzr Pro Lifetime$5.99









