Comparison

Slit vs HyperRead

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

Head to head
About

Slit

Features
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Read articles faster with RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) — a word-by-word speed reading method that eliminates eye movement and keeps you focused. Import articles from any app using the iOS Share extension or paste a URL directly. Slit extracts the article content automatically and presents it one word at a time at 300 words per minute with intelligent pacing that adjusts for word length, punctuation, and reading flow. Key features: - Share extension for one-tap import from Safari and other apps - Smart content extraction that pulls clean article text from web pages - Dynamic pacing for comfortable reading - Automatic progress tracking with resume from where you left off - Full-screen, distraction-free reading experience - Gesture-based controls — tap to play/pause - Offline reading — articles are stored locally on your device - No accounts or subscriptions required

About

HyperRead

Features
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Tired of falling behind on articles, newsletters, and long reads? HyperRead helps you read 2 to 3x faster with better focus and less eye strain. Paste text or open your own documents, tap play, and finish in minutes, not hours. HyperRead uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) to display words in a fixed position so your eyes stay still and your brain moves faster. No scanning lines. No losing your place. Just smooth, focused reading flow. Whether you are clearing a reading backlog, studying for exams, or catching up on saved articles before bed, HyperRead helps you absorb more in less time. What you can do with HyperRead: · Read with the RSVP player and Optimal Recognition Point highlighting for faster comprehension · Adjust speed from 100 to 1000 WPM in real time · Smart pacing that slows for punctuation and long words · Import from URLs with automatic article extraction · Paste text instantly from clipboard · Open EPUB, PDF, TXT, and Markdown files from your device · Share directly from Safari and other apps with the iOS Share Sheet · Track words read, time saved, and daily reading streaks · Customize fonts, size, and pacing to match your comfort · Take a speed test to measure reading speed and comprehension Built for real life: · Knowledge workers clearing newsletters during a commute · Students reviewing dense material faster · Researchers skimming papers for key insights · Readers finishing more each month · Anyone with eye strain or focus issues during long reading sessions Why HyperRead stands out: · Modern, distraction free design made for focus · Multiple import methods so your content is always one tap away · Smart pacing for better comprehension, not just speed · ORP highlighting that guides your eyes naturally · Reading stats and streaks that build lasting habits · No accounts required · No tracking or data collection · Works offline Stop letting your reading list grow faster than you can keep up. Download HyperRead and start reading faster today.

Screenshots

Slit4 screens
HyperRead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: HyperRead at 15.1 against Slit's 26.2. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Slit versus HyperRead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlitHyperRead
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB38 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperTimur BadretdinovStorq Labs BV

In-app purchases

None

Slit

No in-app purchases

None

HyperRead

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Slit free?
Slit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HyperRead free?
HyperRead is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Slit or HyperRead have ads?
Neither Slit nor HyperRead shows ads.

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