Comparison

Fixate vs Lexio Reading

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

Head to head
About

Fixate

Features
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Can't stay focused on reading? Fixate shows you one word at a time, right in the middle of the screen, so there's no page to wander off and no line to lose. If your mind drifts halfway down a paragraph, or you've read the same sentence five times, the full page is the problem. Fixate takes it away. Words appear one by one at a pace you set, and the text comes to you. WHY IT HELPS • Nothing else on screen to pull your attention • No losing your place or rereading the same line • A steady pace that carries you through the dull parts • Switch to the full page anytime when you want the context READ ANYTHING • Import your own PDFs and EPUBs: textbooks, papers, novels, reports • Set your speed from 200 to 800+ words per minute, and change it on the fly • Pause, skip back or forward 10 words, and pick up exactly where you left off SEE IT ADD UP • Daily streaks, time spent reading and time saved • Your reading speed over time FREE VS PREMIUM Free: up to 210 WPM and 1 imported document. Premium (subscription): unlimited speed, unlimited imports, and advanced stats and streaks. GOOD FOR • Readers with ADHD or a wandering mind • Students getting through set reading • Anyone with a pile of PDFs they keep putting off Your books stay on your device. No ads. Privacy All data stored locally. No personal information collected. Analytics are anonymized and optional. Support https://get-fixate.com/support Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Lexio Reading

Organize your reading life, discover new books with AI recommendations, and connect with a community of readers. Track progress, set goals, and share reviews to showcase your reading journey.

Highlights
  • Personalized book shelves
  • Reading progress tracking
  • AI-powered book recommendations
  • Community reviews and discussions
  • Customizable reader profiles
  • Reading challenges and insights
Features
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# Lexio – The Better Way to Read Discover, track, and share your reading journey with Lexio — the modern reading platform built for book lovers. Whether you're reading your first novel of the year or working toward an ambitious reading goal, Lexio helps you organize your books, discover your next favorite read, and connect with a community of passionate readers. ## Track Every Book Keep your entire reading life organized in one place. • Create personalized shelves for books you've read, are currently reading, or want to read • Log reading progress and never lose your place • Set yearly reading goals and monitor your achievements • Build a complete reading history with detailed statistics and insights ## Discover Your Next Favorite Book Finding great books should be effortless. • Get personalized AI-powered recommendations based on your reading tastes • Explore trending books and popular releases • Browse books by genre, author, mood, and themes • Discover hidden gems recommended by fellow readers ## Share Your Reading Journey Reading is better together. • Write and publish reviews for books you've read • Rate books using a simple and intuitive rating system • Follow friends and see what they're reading • Like, comment on, and discuss reviews with the community • Share reading updates and milestones ## Beautiful Reader Profiles Showcase your unique reading personality. • Customize your profile • Display favorite books and authors • Track reading streaks and achievements • View detailed reading statistics and accomplishments ## Smart Reading Tools Designed to help you read more and enjoy every page. • Reading reminders and progress tracking • AI-generated recommendations tailored to your interests • Reading challenges and achievements • Advanced search for books, authors, and genres • Personalized reading insights and analytics ## Clean, Fast, and Ad-Free Unlike other reading platforms, Lexio is built with a focus on simplicity, speed, and user experience. • No cluttered interface • No intrusive advertisements • No distractions from what matters most: books Whether you're a casual reader, an avid book collector, or someone looking to build a lifelong reading habit, Lexio provides everything you need to discover, organize, and celebrate your love of reading. Download Lexio today and turn every book into part of your story.

Screenshots

Fixate4 screens
Lexio Reading3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lexio Reading at none against Fixate's 3. 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. Fixate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Lexio Reading asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Fixate versus Lexio Reading: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFixateLexio Reading
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB187 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcus CoffeyGagan Bhasin

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Fixate

Subscriptions3
  • Fixate Premium3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Fixate Premium3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Fixate Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

Lexio Reading

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fixate free?
Fixate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lexio Reading free?
Lexio Reading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Fixate or Lexio Reading have ads?
Neither Fixate nor Lexio Reading shows ads.

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