# FlashRead vs Glide Reader

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FlashRead at 17.0 against Glide Reader's 26.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlashRead | Glide Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Size | 3 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stephen Olson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1870178423) | [Arcana Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526506285) |

## What reviewers say

### FlashRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashread-speed-reading/id6757997717)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Glide Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glide-reader/id6804075629)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlashRead free?

FlashRead is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Glide Reader free?

Glide Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do FlashRead or Glide Reader have ads?

Neither FlashRead nor Glide Reader shows ads.

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