Comparison

FlowRead vs Max Read

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

Head to head
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 400–800+ WPM. Most people read 200–400 words per minute. With consistent training, you can hit 500–800+ 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 → Master eye tracking → Unlock pro techniques. Progress in weeks. DAILY PROGRESS TRACKING Graphs, WPM stats, streaks & history – see your speed improve day by day. READ ANYTHING FASTER Upload PDFs/TXT or paste articles, books, notes – train on real content that matters to you. WHAT YOU GET • Adjustable RSVP reader (up to 1000+ WPM) • ORP highlighting for peak word recognition • 7 free-start training modules • In-depth analytics & progress tracking • Easy PDF/TXT upload • Clean, ad-free premium interface Start free today – 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/

About

Max Read

Features
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Max Read shows you one word at a time, right where your eyes are already looking. No lines to follow, no jumping back — just words arriving at the pace you choose. WHY IT WORKS When you read normally, your eyes spend most of their time moving between words instead of taking them in. Max Read removes those jumps: every word appears in the same spot, aligned to a highlighted anchor letter. Your eyes rest, your focus sharpens, and your pace climbs. READ ANYTHING • Import EPUB and PDF files • Open web articles from a link • Paste any text from your clipboard • Scan printed pages with your camera — OCR turns photos into readable text YOUR PACE, YOUR RULES • Set your speed from 100 to 1,000 words per minute • Add a natural pause at the end of each sentence • Feel the rhythm with subtle haptic feedback MAKE IT YOURS • Four backgrounds, including a calm animated gradient • Serif, sans-serif and typewriter fonts in three sizes • Eight anchor colors and adjustable guide lines PICK UP WHERE YOU LEFT OFF • Your Library keeps every document with reading progress and time left • The Content Explorer shows the full text so you can jump anywhere Max Read speaks your language: English, Danish, German, Spanish, Arabic, Turkish, Swedish, Chinese, Japanese, Greek, French, Dutch, Italian and Russian. Questions or ideas? Write to info@sebaexhibits.com — feedback goes straight to the developer. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FlowRead4 screens
Max Read4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FlowRead at 15.1 against Max Read's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. FlowRead sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Max Read sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
FlowRead versus Max Read: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlowReadMax Read
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFyn Maximilian Uwe MeyerSensonet

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FlowRead

Subscriptions2
  • FlowRead Premium – Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • FlowRead Premium – Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
2 purchases

Max Read

Subscriptions1
  • Unlimited Yearly3 Days trial$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Max Read Lifetime$5.99

Questions

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

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