# SprintRead vs Read Fast

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Read Fast at 100% against SprintRead's 0%. SprintRead's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (daily vs every 2 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Read Fast sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SprintRead asks for nothing beyond the download.

SprintRead ships an update daily, Read Fast every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SprintRead | Read Fast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-fast-absorb/id6759666710/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Daily** | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 2 MB | 164 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Christian Mueller](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871482035) | [Maksym Horoszczak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857044674) |

## What reviewers say

### SprintRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprintread/id6758211815)

This app uses Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) technology to highlight the ideal focus point in each word, allowing for faster and more comfortable reading. Import your EPUB or PDF books and sync progress across devices without needing an account or subscription.

**Highlights:** ORP Highlighting for faster reading, EPUB and PDF import, Customizable reading speed (250-1000+ WPM), Progress syncing across books, Dark mode native UI, No account or subscription required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Read Fast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-fast-absorb/id6759666710)

This app helps you read faster by displaying words sequentially in the center of the screen, reducing subvocalization and improving focus. It supports various file formats and tracks your reading progress to build a consistent habit.

**Highlights:** Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) engine, Breaks subvocalization bottleneck, Import EPUB, PDF, TXT, and pasted text, Track daily streaks and WPM, Reduces eye fatigue, Local device processing for privacy

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Absorb | $4.99 | per month |
| Absorb Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Absorb Pro Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SprintRead free?

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

### Is Read Fast free?

Read Fast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do SprintRead or Read Fast have ads?

Neither SprintRead nor Read Fast shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SprintRead or Read Fast?

SprintRead ships an update daily, and Read Fast every 2 days. Most recently, SprintRead was updated on September 12, 2026 and Read Fast on September 16, 2026.

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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.*