Comparison

Speed Read by YComplex vs Apex

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Apex

Features
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Can’t stop scrolling? Losing hours on your phone every day? Apex is built to fix that — fast. Whether you have ADHD, struggle with focus, or just want to take back control of your time, Apex gives you real, unbreakable focus tools that actually work. ENTER DEEP FOCUS WITH “CLIMB” Start a Climb and instantly lock distractions. No TikTok. No Instagram. No loopholes. Just pure, uninterrupted focus. Build streaks, track your sessions, and train your brain to stay locked in longer every day. HARDCORE APP BLOCKING Block your most addictive apps when it matters most. Apex doesn’t “gently remind” you — it stops you. Perfect for breaking doom-scrolling habits and staying disciplined. TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR SCREEN TIME Set daily limits and stick to them. When your time is up, Apex alerts you — so you can disconnect and refocus on real life. SEE YOUR PROGRESS (AND STAY MOTIVATED) Track: Focus hours Daily streaks Productivity trends Watch yourself go from distracted → in control. BUILT FOR REAL BRAINS (INCLUDING ADHD) Apex is designed for how your brain actually works — not against it. Simple. Fast. No friction. KEY FEATURES • “Climb” deep focus mode (Pomodoro-style) • Powerful app blocker (no distractions allowed) • Daily screen time limits • Focus tracking & streak system • Clean, motivating interface • Secure cloud sync across devices You don’t need more discipline. You need better systems. Download Apex and take control of your time today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://veyare.com/terms-of-service Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Speed Read by YComplex3 screens
Apex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Speed Read by YComplex at none against Apex's 9. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Apex sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Speed Read by YComplex asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Speed Read by YComplex versus Apex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeed Read by YComplexApex
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYComplex LtdVEYARE LLC

In-app purchases

None

Speed Read by YComplex

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Apex

Subscriptions7
  • Apex Plus$1.991 Month
  • Apex Plus$3.997 Days
  • Apex Plus$9.991 Month
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  • Apex Plus2 variants$14.991 Year
  • Apex Plus2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Apex Plus$39.991 Year
  • Apex Plus7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Speed Read by YComplex free?
Speed Read by YComplex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Apex free?
Apex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Speed Read by YComplex or Apex have ads?
Neither Speed Read by YComplex nor Apex shows ads.

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