Comparison

Readfast vs Time Squats

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Readfast

Features
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Readfast helps you read faster without sacrificing comprehension. It uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) technology to eliminate wasted eye movement by showing one word at a time, centred on your natural focal point. This lets you focus fully on the text and absorb information significantly faster than traditional reading. Most people start around 250 words per minute. With Readfast, reaching 600–750 WPM is realistic with regular use. How it works β€’ Upload or paste any text β€’ Hit play β€’ Words are displayed one at a time, guided by the Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) β€’ Adjust speed at any time and train your brain to read faster over time No skimming. No distractions. Just focused reading. What you can read β€’ Articles from the web β€’ Blog posts, newsletters, and long-form content β€’ PDFs, DOCX, EPUB, TXT files β€’ Notes, papers, and research If you can copy it or upload it, you can read it in Readfast. Key features β€’ Proven RSVP speed-reading technology β€’ ORP highlighting to guide eye focus β€’ Adjustable reading speed β€’ Clean, distraction-free reader β€’ Progress tracking to see your improvement β€’ Works great for studying, research, and daily reading Who it’s for β€’ Students who read a lot β€’ Professionals buried in documents β€’ Anyone trying to stay informed without spending hours reading β€’ People who want to build a real speed-reading habit, not just skim Readfast requires a pro subscription to access features. We include a 3 day free trial in our annual plan. We promise its worth it. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Time Squats

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Take control of your screen time β€” and earn it back with movement. TimeSquats helps you block distracting apps once you’ve hit your daily limit. When your time is up, your selected apps stay locked. Want more time? Do squats on camera. With TimeSquats, every squat earns you more app time, so you can turn mindless scrolling into intentional use. How it works: β€’ Set a daily limit for selected apps β€’ When your time runs out, those apps are blocked β€’ To unlock more time, do squats on camera β€’ 1 squat = 1 extra minute Why TimeSquats works: β€’ Adds real friction before reopening addictive apps β€’ Helps reduce doomscrolling and impulse checking β€’ Turns screen time into something you actively earn β€’ Makes self-control easier with a clear rule system Great for: β€’ Social media overuse β€’ Reducing distractions during work or study β€’ Building healthier phone habits β€’ Anyone who wants more focus without deleting their favorite apps Whether you’re trying to spend less time on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or any other distracting app, TimeSquats helps you pause, move, and choose more intentionally. Earn your minutes. Use your phone on purpose. Questions? Email us: 67squats@gmail.com Privacy: https://67squats.emeraldius.com/privacy Terms: https://67squats.emeraldius.com/terms EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Readfast4 screens
Time Squats4 screens

Verdict

The call

Readfast and Time Squats are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Readfast sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Time Squats sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Readfast versus Time Squats: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReadfastTime Squats
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better16.3
Further details β€” not scored
Size49 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJack MitchellILYA ISSAKOV

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Readfast

Subscriptions2
  • Readfast Weekly subscription$6.997 Days
  • Readfast Yearly subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Time Squats

Subscriptions2
  • Preimum | Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Premium | Annual3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Readfast free?
Readfast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Time Squats free?
Time Squats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Readfast or Time Squats have ads?
Neither Readfast nor Time Squats shows ads.

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