Comparison

t(a)ck vs Dewey

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

Head to head
About

t(a)ck

This app offers a distraction-free reading experience by displaying text word-by-word using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP). It allows users to share web articles and read them at adjustable speeds, enhancing focus and comprehension on mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Word-by-word RSVP reading
  • Adjustable reading speed (200-700 WPM)
  • Smart pacing for punctuation
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Resume reading from last position
  • On-device content extraction
Features
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t(a)ck is an iPhone-first RSVP reading app designed for long-form content. Reading on your phone shouldn’t require endless scrolling and constant refocusing. t(a)ck displays text word-by-word using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP), helping you read comfortably at faster speeds with less eye movement. How it works • Share any web article from Safari • Open t(a)ck • Start reading instantly Content extraction happens entirely on-device. No accounts. No backend. No tracking. Core Features • Word-by-word RSVP reading • ORP (Optimal Recognition Point) anchor rendering • Adjustable speed from 200–700 WPM • Smart pacing for punctuation and paragraph breaks • 3-2-1 start countdown • Resume from your last position • Clean, distraction-free interface Built for Focus t(a)ck is designed for people who read posts, essays, and long-form articles on their phones and want a smoother, more focused reading experience. No ads. No analytics. No data collection.

About

Dewey

Features
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People's names. People's pet's names. Membership numbers. Where you put the dang batteries. Write it down once and forget about it. No folders. No tags. No organizing of any kind. When you need it back, just ask Dewey. How it works: - Jot down a quick note and save. Feels like sending a text. - Ask Dewey anything about your notes, in plain language, and get the answer. - Want to browse? Your whole library is searchable on your own, anytime. Capture from anywhere: - A home screen widget shows your latest notes at a glance. - Add Dewey to your iPhone's Action Button to jump straight to a new note. Stop trying to be organized. Just write it down. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

t(a)ck3 screens
Dewey3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: t(a)ck at none against Dewey's 1. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Dewey sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. t(a)ck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

t(a)ck ships an update every 10 days, Dewey every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
t(a)ck versus Dewey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametert(a)ckDewey
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAMEYA ZAIRA SHELBYDendric LLC

In-app purchases

None

t(a)ck

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Dewey

Subscriptions1
  • Dewey Patron$4.991 Month

Questions

Is t(a)ck free?
t(a)ck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dewey free?
Dewey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do t(a)ck or Dewey have ads?
Neither t(a)ck nor Dewey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, t(a)ck or Dewey?
t(a)ck ships an update every 10 days, and Dewey every 8 days. Most recently, t(a)ck was updated on October 4, 2026 and Dewey on October 8, 2026.

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