Fovly vs Speed Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fovly
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Speed through books. Understand every word. Fovly displays books one word at a time using RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) — a technique that eliminates eye movement and increases your reading speed. With built-in AI tools, you don't just read faster — you actually understand what you read. HOW IT WORKS Open any EPUB, FB2, MOBI, or TXT book, tap play, and words appear one at a time at your chosen speed — from 60 to 1,200 WPM. AI READING TOOLS (Fovly Premium) • "Previously On..." — Get an instant AI recap of everything you've read so far • Word Lookup — Tap any word to learn who or what it refers to in the context of the book • Book Summary — Finish a book and get a full AI-generated retelling • Comprehension Quiz — Test how much you retained with AI-generated questions • Daily Fortune — A daily literary insight inspired by your library BUILD A READING HABIT • Set daily reading goals and track your streaks • Get reminders that adapt to your reading patterns • Earn reading cards for every book you complete • Track your stats: words read, time spent, average speed YOUR LIBRARY, YOUR WAY • Import EPUB, FB2, MOBI, and TXT files • Browse and download thousands of free classics from Project Gutenberg • Customize fonts, colors, themes, and reading speed • Pick up where you left off with a home screen widget DESIGNED FOR FOCUS Minimal interface, smooth word transitions, and a distraction-free reading experience that makes it easy to read more in less time. FOVLY PREMIUM Unlock AI reading tools: recaps, word lookup, summaries, quizzes, and daily fortune. Available as a monthly or yearly subscription with a free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy — https://fovly.org/privacy.html Terms of Service — https://fovly.org/terms.html
Speed Reader
This app uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) to display words one at a time, helping you read faster by minimizing eye movement and subvocalization. It supports various file formats and offers customizable settings for an improved reading experience.
- RSVP reading technique
- Import PDFs, ePubs, web pages, and text files
- Adjustable reading speed
- Reading streaks and statistics
- Chapter navigation
- Distraction-free interface
- Customizable display settings
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Speed Reader transforms the way you read using RSVP, Rapid Serial Visual Presentation, one of the most effective reading techniques ever developed. Instead of scanning lines of text, words appear one at a time in a fixed focal point, eliminating subvocalization and unnecessary eye movement so your brain can absorb information faster than you ever thought possible. Whether you're a student drowning in reading assignments, a professional trying to stay on top of industry news, or a book lover who wants to read more titles in less time — Speed Reader is built for you. WHAT IS RSVP? Most people read at 200-250 words per minute. RSVP readers routinely reach 400, 600, even 800+ WPM with practice. The technique is simple: one word at a time, displayed at the center of your screen. Your eyes stay still. Your brain does the rest. KEY FEATURES - Import PDFs, ePubs, HTTPS web pages, HTML files, plain text - .txt files, md (markdown files) - Adjustable reading speed — start slow and build up at your own pace - Reading streaks / stats - Chapter navigation - Detailed reading stats and progress tracking - Clean, distraction-free reading interface - collapsable navigation - Customizable display settings HOW IT WORKS Import any document or paste any text, set your words-per-minute speed, and press play. Speed Reader does the rest. Start your free 7-day trial with full access to every feature, then unlock the full app for a single one-time payment — no subscription, no recurring fees, ever. PERFECT FOR - Students tackling textbooks and research papers - Professionals keeping up with reports, articles, and emails - Book lovers who want to read their entire reading list - Anyone curious about speed reading who doesn't know where to start Download Speed Reader today and discover what reading at full speed feels like.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Fovly at weekly against Speed Reader's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Fovly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Speed Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Fovly ships an update weekly, Speed Reader every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fovly | Speed Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aleksei Usanov | Matt Humphreys |
In-app purchases
Fovly
- Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
Speed Reader
- Speed Reader Pro$4.99








