Comparison

ReadFast vs FlowRead

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

Head to head
About

ReadFast

Features
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ReadFast helps you read faster using RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) โ€” a proven technique that displays text word-by-word at your chosen speed, with an optical recognition point to guide your focus. IMPORT YOUR CONTENT โ€ข Upload PDFs, Word documents, EPUBs, and text files โ€ข Add articles from RSS feeds โ€ข Connect to Readwise Reader to sync your reading list โ€ข Paste or type text directly READ AT YOUR SPEED โ€ข Adjustable words-per-minute (WPM) for any reading level โ€ข Play, pause, and scrub through documents with intuitive controls โ€ข Tap and swipe gestures for hands-free reading โ€ข Track your progress with visual indicators and time estimates MARK & REVIEW โ€ข Double-tap to mark important passages while reading โ€ข Review all your marks with surrounding context โ€ข Add notes to any marked section โ€ข Never lose track of key insights ORGANIZE YOUR LIBRARY โ€ข Create readlists to group related documents โ€ข Search, filter, and sort your library โ€ข Continue reading from where you left off โ€ข Auto-archive completed documents CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE โ€ข Dark, Light, and Sepia themes โ€ข Multiple font options and sizes โ€ข Choose your ORP highlight color โ€ข Set reading reminders to build your habit SYNC ACROSS DEVICES โ€ข Sign in with Apple or Google โ€ข Your library, progress, and marks sync automatically โ€ข Read on iPhone, iPad, or switch between them seamlessly READFAST PRO Upgrade to Pro for unlimited documents, unlimited readlists, cloud sync, and priority support. Whether you're tackling research papers, news articles, or that book you've been meaning to finish โ€” ReadFast helps yo get through more in less time. Start reading smarter today. Terms of Use: https://readfast.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://readfast.io/privacy

About

FlowRead

Features
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Read 2x faster without losing comprehension. FlowRead trains your eyes and brain using proven RSVP & ORP techniques to reach 400โ€“800+ WPM. Most people read 200โ€“400 words per minute. With consistent training, you can hit 500โ€“800+ 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 โ†’ Master eye tracking โ†’ Unlock pro techniques. Progress in weeks. DAILY PROGRESS TRACKING Graphs, WPM stats, streaks & history โ€“ see your speed improve day by day. READ ANYTHING FASTER Upload PDFs/TXT or paste articles, books, notes โ€“ train on real content that matters to you. WHAT YOU GET โ€ข Adjustable RSVP reader (up to 1000+ WPM) โ€ข ORP highlighting for peak word recognition โ€ข 7 free-start training modules โ€ข In-depth analytics & progress tracking โ€ข Easy PDF/TXT upload โ€ข Clean, ad-free premium interface Start free today โ€“ 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/

Screenshots

ReadFast4 screens
FlowRead4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. ReadFast sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and FlowRead sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
ReadFast versus FlowRead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReadFastFlowRead
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details โ€” not scored
Size39 MB24 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBjorn GunnarssonFyn Maximilian Uwe Meyer

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ReadFast

Subscriptions2
  • ReadFast Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • ReadFast Pro Yearly$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • ReadFast Pro Lifetime$179.99
2 purchases

FlowRead

Subscriptions2
  • FlowRead Premium โ€“ Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • FlowRead Premium โ€“ Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

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

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