Read Faster vs Make Sense Reading
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Read Faster
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Read Faster uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) to help you read books at 200โ1000 words per minute. Import EPUB, PDF, or TXT files and read with adaptive pacing, sentence context, and chapter navigation. Adjust your speed, toggle between single-word and phrase modes, and track your progress โ all in a clean, focused interface designed for iOS 26.
Make Sense Reading
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"Make Sense Reading turns every reading session into a calm, focused ritual. Build a quiet sanctuary around your books, track everything you finish, and let a thoughtful AI companion help you choose what to read next. Whether you have ten minutes before bed or a full evening to lose yourself in a story, Make Sense Reading gives you the atmosphere and structure to actually finish books you start. WHAT YOU CAN DO โข Focus Reading Sessions โ pick a 10, 20, 30, or 45 minute timer and read without distractions, with gentle reminders when your session ends. โข Atmospheric Backgrounds โ curate your mood with Warm Gradient, Cozy Room, Night Sky, or Minimal Dark scenes designed for deep focus. โข Personal Library โ add every book you read with cover, author, and an editorial summary, and watch your shelf grow over the months. โข AI Reading Companion โ discuss any page, get plot recaps, ask for recommendations based on what you already love. โข Reading Recommendations โ curated articles on speed reading, choosing your next book, building a daily reading habit, and getting more from each page. โข Daily Inspiration โ a fresh literary quote each morning to set the tone for your reading time. Reading should feel like a refuge, not another task on your list. Make Sense Reading is built for people who want to read more deeply, finish more books, and rediscover why they fell in love with reading in the first place. Download now and turn your next chapter into a sanctuary."
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Make Sense Reading at 17.6 against Read Faster's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Read Faster | Make Sense Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.6 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Jakob Langtry | VALTER DONA |
In-app purchases
Read Faster
No in-app purchases
Make Sense Reading
No in-app purchases
Questions
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