Comparison

ReadFast vs SpeedRead

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

SpeedRead

Features
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Read faster. Learn more. One minute a day. Speed Read trains your brain to read faster using short, daily sessions, so you can absorb more books, ideas, and information in less time. How it works: Speed Read uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP), a proven technique that displays one word at a time in the centre of your screen. Each word flashes at your chosen speed, measured in words per minute (WPM). A highlighted letter keeps your eyes fixed in one place, eliminating unnecessary eye movement and letting your brain process text much faster. One minute a day Each session takes about one minute. That's it. Over time, as your brain adapts, you gradually increase your WPM and become a noticeably faster reader. Track your progress Inside the app you can track your reading speed, daily practice sessions, progress over time, and streaks so you stay consistent. Why it matters: Reading is one of the most powerful ways to learn. Faster reading means more books, more ideas, and more knowledge, applied to your goals, your career, and your life. Small daily improvements compound. Start today. UBSCRIPTION INFORMATION A Speedread subscription is required for full access to the app. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID Account Settings. Terms of Use โ€” https://www.getspeedread.app/terms Privacy Policy โ€” https://www.getspeedread.app/privacy Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you. Reach us at getspeedread@gmail.com

Screenshots

ReadFast4 screens
SpeedRead3 screens

Verdict

The call

ReadFast and SpeedRead 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 SpeedRead sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
ReadFast versus SpeedRead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReadFastSpeedRead
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details โ€” not scored
Size39 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBjorn GunnarssonNiall Wade

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

SpeedRead

Subscriptions2
  • SpeedRead Monthly$7.991 Month
  • SpeedRead Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

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

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