Comparison

Speed Reader vs SpeederReader

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

Head to head
About

Speed Reader

This app uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) to display words one at a time, helping you read faster by minimizing eye movement and subvocalization. It supports various file formats and offers customizable settings for an improved reading experience.

Highlights
  • RSVP reading technique
  • Import PDFs, ePubs, web pages, and text files
  • Adjustable reading speed
  • Reading streaks and statistics
  • Chapter navigation
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Customizable display settings
Features
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Speed Reader transforms the way you read using RSVP, Rapid Serial Visual Presentation, one of the most effective reading techniques ever developed. Instead of scanning lines of text, words appear one at a time in a fixed focal point, eliminating subvocalization and unnecessary eye movement so your brain can absorb information faster than you ever thought possible. Whether you're a student drowning in reading assignments, a professional trying to stay on top of industry news, or a book lover who wants to read more titles in less time — Speed Reader is built for you. WHAT IS RSVP? Most people read at 200-250 words per minute. RSVP readers routinely reach 400, 600, even 800+ WPM with practice. The technique is simple: one word at a time, displayed at the center of your screen. Your eyes stay still. Your brain does the rest. KEY FEATURES - Import PDFs, ePubs, HTTPS web pages, HTML files, plain text - .txt files, md (markdown files) - Adjustable reading speed — start slow and build up at your own pace - Reading streaks / stats - Chapter navigation - Detailed reading stats and progress tracking - Clean, distraction-free reading interface - collapsable navigation - Customizable display settings HOW IT WORKS Import any document or paste any text, set your words-per-minute speed, and press play. Speed Reader does the rest. Start your free 7-day trial with full access to every feature, then unlock the full app for a single one-time payment — no subscription, no recurring fees, ever. PERFECT FOR - Students tackling textbooks and research papers - Professionals keeping up with reports, articles, and emails - Book lovers who want to read their entire reading list - Anyone curious about speed reading who doesn't know where to start Download Speed Reader today and discover what reading at full speed feels like.

About

SpeederReader

This app uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) to display words one at a time, allowing users to read significantly faster. It supports various file formats and offers a distraction-free reading experience with adjustable speeds and helpful visual cues.

Highlights
  • Adjustable reading speed up to 750 WPM
  • RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation)
  • Supports PDF, EPUB, HTML, Markdown, TXT
  • Read articles from URLs
  • Access Project Gutenberg books
  • Automatic progress saving
  • Dark mode
Features
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Read faster. Read more. Finish books in half the time. SpeederReader uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) — a proven speed reading technique that displays one word at a time at your chosen pace. No eye movement, no distractions, just pure reading speed. Most readers reach 2–3x their normal reading speed within minutes. SPEED READING MADE SIMPLE - Read at up to 750 words per minute - Adjustable speed from 50 to 750 WPM - Gold-highlighted Optimal Recognition Point guides your eye to the right letter instantly - Flow mode slows at punctuation to match natural reading rhythm READ ANYTHING - Open PDFs, EPUBs, HTML, Markdown, and plain text files - Paste any URL to speed read articles, blog posts, and web pages - Browse 60,000+ books from Project Gutenberg — built right in - Upload from your device or iCloud DESIGNED FOR READERS - Save and resume your reading progress automatically - Paragraph context keeps you oriented in the text - Dark mode reader that's easy on the eyes - Word-by-word navigation when paused - Built-in dictionary lookup - English and Spanish interface - no subscriptions and no ads - All files processed locally on your device - No account required, no tracking, no data collection - Open source and community driven Whether you're a student tackling textbooks, a professional keeping up with articles, or a book lover who wants to read more — SpeederReader helps you read faster without sacrificing comprehension. Download SpeederReader and start reading more books today.

Screenshots

Speed Reader4 screens
SpeederReader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SpeederReader at 5.0 against Speed Reader's 4.0. SpeederReader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). On price, ratings volume, 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. Speed Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SpeederReader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SpeederReader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Speed Reader versus SpeederReader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeed ReaderSpeederReader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatt HumphreysJohn Ottenlips

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Speed Reader

One-time1
  • Speed Reader Pro$4.99
None

SpeederReader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Speed Reader free?
Speed Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SpeederReader free?
SpeederReader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Speed Reader or SpeederReader?
SpeederReader is rated higher. Speed Reader averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while SpeederReader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Speed Reader or SpeederReader have ads?
Neither Speed Reader nor SpeederReader shows ads.

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