Comparison

Lecto vs FlowRead

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

Head to head
About

Lecto

Enhance your reading with AI-powered tools designed to boost speed and comprehension. Utilize flash, guide, and text-to-speech modes, along with AI summaries, key points, quizzes, and translations. Organize your imported articles, PDFs, and web links for a focused reading experience.

Highlights
  • AI-powered summaries and key points
  • Multiple reading modes (Flash, Guide, Listen)
  • Text-to-speech with synchronized tracking
  • Auto-generated comprehension quizzes
  • Content translation into 11 languages
  • Distraction-free reading interface
  • Library for importing articles and PDFs
Features
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Lecto helps you read faster and retain more. Whether you're tackling articles, PDFs, or web content, Lecto gives you the tools to supercharge your reading speed and comprehension. THREE POWERFUL READING MODES Flash Mode (RSVP) Words flash one at a time at your chosen speed — the fastest way to train your reading. Adjustable from 100 to 1000 WPM with smart chunking and optimal recognition point highlighting. Guide Mode (Bionic Reading) Read full text with synchronized word highlighting. Choose from underline, marker, or dimmer styles. Fast Font (bionic text) bolds key letter patterns so your eyes glide through text effortlessly. Listen Mode (Text-to-Speech) Sit back and listen. Pick from multiple voices, adjust playback speed, and follow along with synchronized text tracking. AI-POWERED READING TOOLS - Summaries: Get AI-generated summaries of any content instantly - Key Points: Extract the most important takeaways - Quiz: Test your comprehension with auto-generated quizzes - Translation: Translate content into 11 languages BUILT FOR FOCUS - Clean, distraction-free reading interface - Customizable fonts, sizes, line spacing, and themes - Dark mode support - Reading progress tracking - Daily reading goals with reminders YOUR PERSONAL LIBRARY Import articles, PDFs, and web links into your library. Organize with tags, filter by reading status, and pick up right where you left off. READING SPEED TRAINING Track your WPM, challenge yourself with faster speeds, and build a consistent reading habit. Lecto is your daily reading trainer — whether you want to speed read, improve focus, or simply read more. Perfect for students, professionals, ADHD readers, and anyone who wants to read faster and smarter. --- *FULL APP ACCESS REQUIRES A SUBSCRIPTION. SUBSCRIPTION INFO • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings after purchase EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://perfect-notebook-2c8.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-310904d8b4fe80a38e56f9bdd2c568fe Contact: support@appiko.co Questions or feedback? Email us at support@appiko.co

About

FlowRead

This app offers a focused reading experience by guiding your attention word by word, helping you stay engaged and improve reading speed. It uses simple gestures for control and allows you to import your own books for a seamless, distraction-free experience.

Highlights
  • Word-by-word reading guidance
  • Gesture-based controls
  • Adjustable reading speed
  • Import personal books
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Contextual text expansion
Features
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Stop losing your place. Start reading with flow. FlowReader is a focused reading experience designed for people who struggle to stay on track while reading. Instead of jumping between lines, FlowReader guides your attention one word at a time, helping you stay engaged and move forward. The app is built around simple gestures. Hold to start reading, release to pause, and adjust speed with a swipe. When you need context, you can quickly expand the surrounding text and continue without losing your place. FlowReader removes distractions and keeps the experience minimal. No clutter, no unnecessary features—just a clean interface designed to help you focus and read more comfortably. Import your own books and pick up exactly where you left off. FlowReader is built for readers who want a smoother, more controlled way to read.

Screenshots

Lecto4 screens
FlowRead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: FlowRead at free against Lecto's subscription. FlowRead also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Lecto against 5.0 for FlowRead. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Lecto versus FlowRead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLectoFlowRead
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAPPIKO LTDRui Nunes

In-app purchases

None

Lecto

No in-app purchases

None

FlowRead

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lecto free?
Lecto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlowRead free?
FlowRead is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Lecto or FlowRead?
Lecto and FlowRead are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Lecto or FlowRead have ads?
Neither Lecto nor FlowRead shows ads.

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