HyperRead vs Speed Read by YComplex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HyperRead
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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.
Speed Read by YComplex
This app helps you read faster by displaying words one at a time using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation. It trains your eyes to stay focused and reduces subvocalization. Import your own content or read web articles directly within the app.
- RSVP reader with focal letter highlighting
- Adjustable reading speed (50-1000 WPM)
- Import EPUB, PDF, TXT, Markdown
- Read web articles via URL
- Chapter navigation
- Customizable fonts and dark theme
- On-device library
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Speed Read uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) to help you read faster. Words are displayed one at a time with a highlighted focal letter, training your eyes to stay centered and eliminating subvocalization — the habit that slows most readers down. Import your own books, articles, and documents in EPUB, PDF, TXT, or Markdown format. Paste any web URL and the app extracts the article text automatically. Your entire library lives on-device. Features: - RSVP reader with a color-highlighted focal letter for each word - Adjustable speed from 50 to 1,000 words per minute - Two play modes: Play/Pause or Press to Play (hold to read, release to stop) - Chapter navigation for multi-chapter EPUBs - Import documents: EPUB, PDF, TXT, and Markdown files - Read web articles by pasting a URL - 7 monospace font choices including JetBrains Mono, Fira Code, and Courier Prime - Adjustable font size - Reading position saved automatically — pick up where you left off - Pure black dark theme designed for OLED screens - No account required. All data stays on your device.
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Verdict
HyperRead and Speed Read by YComplex are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | HyperRead | Speed Read by YComplex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Storq Labs BV | YComplex Ltd |
In-app purchases
HyperRead
No in-app purchases
Speed Read by YComplex
No in-app purchases







