Comparison

Simple Speed Reader vs EPubMate

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

Head to head
About

Simple Speed Reader

Enhance your reading efficiency with a clean, distraction-free interface. This app helps you read documents, news, and books faster by presenting text in manageable chunks and allowing adjustable reading speeds. It supports various import options and includes a continuous reading mode for news.

Highlights
  • Import and read PDF documents
  • Continuous reading mode for news
  • Preloaded public domain books
  • Clean, minimal reading interface
  • Adjustable reading pace
  • Document library support
Features
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Simple Speed Reader helps you read documents, news and books faster with a distraction-free interface designed for focus. Import supported documents, open them instantly, and read one chunk at a time in a clean presentation that keeps your attention on the text. Adjust reading speed to match your pace and move through long documents with less friction. Read through the news with continuous reading mode, where you'll be automatically guided through all articles you haven't read so you can get caught up quickly. Features: - Import and read PDF documents - Read through up-to-date news articles - Continuous reading mode for news articles - Public domain books all preloaded - Clean, minimal reading interface - Speed-reading presentation for better focus - Adjustable reading pace - Works on iPhone and iPad - File access with document library support - Other content coming soon! Simple Speed Reader is built for students, professionals, and anyone who wants a more efficient way to read.

About

EPubMate

Wirelessly transfer eBooks to your device without cables or computers. Supports multiple formats and allows for metadata editing to organize your library. Enjoy a private and secure transfer experience.

Highlights
  • Wireless sideloading
  • Universal format support (EPUB, MOBI, AZW3, TXT)
  • Edit metadata and custom covers
  • Private and secure file transfer
  • Minimalist and fast interface
Features
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EpubMate is your ultimate companion for managing and transferring eBooks to your Device. Say goodbye to tangled USB cables, complicated email setups, and slow cloud uploads. With EpubMate, you can seamlessly send your favorite reads straight from your iPhone or iPad to your device over your local Wi-Fi. Key Features • Truly Wireless Sideloading: No cables or computer needed. Transfer books quickly and reliably over your local network. Simply open the device web browser, enter the local address, and download your books instantly. • Universal Format Support: Easily import and transfer EPUB, MOBI, AZW3, and TXT files directly to your e-reader. • Edit Metadata & Custom Covers: Perfect for organizing your library! Edit the book title, author name, and swap out the cover image so your device library always looks aesthetic and well-organized. • 100% Private & Secure: Your files never leave your device and are never uploaded to the cloud. Perfect for privacy and DRM-free books. • Minimalist & Fast: A few taps are all it takes. Import your files, start the local server, and grab your books on your device easily. Whether you read classic literature, web novels, or casual fiction, EpubMate makes managing your library easier than ever before. EpubMate Pro Subscriptions You can subscribe for EpubMate Pro Subscriptions to all features and content offered for purchase within the app. EpubMate Pro offers subscriptions. The subscription prices are: (i) Monthly Subscription ($1.99 / Month) (ii) Yearly Subscription ($4.99 / Year) You can subscribe to a Monthly Subscription plan ($1.99 billed once a month) or a Yearly Subscription plan ($4.99 billed once a year). Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. The prices are in US dollars. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Our app is functional without purchasing an Auto-Renewable subscription, and you can use all the unlocked content after the subscription expires. Q: How do I restore the subscriptions on new devices? A: You can tap the 'Restore' button on the subscription page. Privacy Policy: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/pp/ Terms of Service: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/tos/ This app is an independent tool and is not affiliated with Amazon or Kindle.

Screenshots

Simple Speed Reader4 screens
EPubMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simple Speed Reader at 100% against EPubMate's 0%. Simple Speed Reader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). EPubMate's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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. EPubMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Simple Speed Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Speed Reader ships an update every 2 days, EPubMate monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Simple Speed Reader versus EPubMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Speed ReaderEPubMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB19 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperLiving Wire LLC小玲 王

Customer experience

Simple Speed Reader

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

EPubMate

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Simple Speed Reader

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

EPubMate

Subscriptions2
  • KindleMate Monthly Pro$1.991 Month
  • KindleMate Yearly Pro$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • KindleMate Lifetime Pro$6.99

Questions

Is Simple Speed Reader free?
Simple Speed Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EPubMate free?
EPubMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simple Speed Reader or EPubMate have ads?
Neither Simple Speed Reader nor EPubMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Speed Reader or EPubMate?
Simple Speed Reader ships an update every 2 days, and EPubMate monthly. Most recently, Simple Speed Reader was updated on October 2, 2026 and EPubMate on October 9, 2026.

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