Seed vs FlowRead
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Seed
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Seed is a focused speed reading app built around RSVP: one word (or a small chunk) displayed at a fixed point, so your eyes stop darting around the page. Import anything ⢠Paste from your clipboard ⢠Start from a link (web article) ⢠Load a PDF and extract readable text Read at your pace ⢠Adjust WPM in seconds ⢠Play and pause anytime ⢠Scrub through progress with a slider Pick up where you left off ⢠Seed remembers your last position and settings for each document ⢠Resume instantly without re importing Designed for focus ⢠Minimal UI while reading ⢠Offline library after import for quick access anywhere If you want less distraction and more throughput, Seed gives you a simple, repeatable reading workflow.
FlowRead
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Read 2x faster without losing comprehension. FlowRead trains your eyes and brain using proven RSVP & ORP techniques to reach 400ā800+ WPM. Most people read 200ā400 words per minute. With consistent training, you can hit 500ā800+ WPM while keeping full understanding and sharper focus. HOW IT WORKS RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) + ORP (Optimal Recognition Point) highlighting eliminates subvocalization and optimizes eye movements for efficient reading. 7 SCIENCE-BACKED MODULES Structured from beginner to advanced: Eliminate inner voice ā Master eye tracking ā Unlock pro techniques. Progress in weeks. DAILY PROGRESS TRACKING Graphs, WPM stats, streaks & history ā see your speed improve day by day. READ ANYTHING FASTER Upload PDFs/TXT or paste articles, books, notes ā train on real content that matters to you. WHAT YOU GET ⢠Adjustable RSVP reader (up to 1000+ WPM) ⢠ORP highlighting for peak word recognition ⢠7 free-start training modules ⢠In-depth analytics & progress tracking ⢠Easy PDF/TXT upload ⢠Clean, ad-free premium interface Start free today ā your first 2-minute session can deliver an instant speed boost! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Seed at none against FlowRead's 2. FlowRead's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. FlowRead sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Seed asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Seed | FlowRead |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Adithya Firmansyah Putra | Fyn Maximilian Uwe Meyer |
In-app purchases
Seed
No in-app purchases
FlowRead
- FlowRead Premium ā Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- FlowRead Premium ā Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year









