Comparison

FlashRead vs Speed Reading.

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

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About

FlashRead

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Double your reading speed in 30 days - FlashRead is the speed reading app that trains you to read faster with scientifically-proven techniques, real-time speed tests, and personalized training programs — all with detailed progress tracking to watch yourself improve. Whether you're a student looking to study faster, a professional who needs to get through more material, or a book lover who wants to read more books, FlashRead gives you the tools and training to dramatically increase your words per minute. SPEED TEST YOUR READING Take timed reading speed tests with built-in comprehension questions. Know your real WPM and track how it improves over time. Choose from 200+ passages across Easy, Medium, and Hard difficulty levels covering fiction, science, history, and more. RSVP READER Train with Rapid Serial Visual Presentation — the proven technique used by the world's fastest readers. FlashRead's RSVP reader displays text one word at a time at your target speed, training your brain to process words faster without subvocalization. STRUCTURED TRAINING PROGRAMS Follow step-by-step programs designed to build your reading speed progressively: • Double Your Speed in 30 Days — perfect for beginners • Break 500 WPM — for intermediate readers ready to level up • Speed + Comprehension Mastery — advanced training that keeps comprehension high EYE TRAINING EXERCISES Improve your peripheral vision and reading fluency with targeted exercises: • Saccade Training — train your eyes to move efficiently across text • Chunking Practice — learn to read groups of words at a glance IMPORT ANY TEXT Practice speed reading with your own material: • Scan printed text with your camera — books, articles, documents • Paste or type text directly • Import from files TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Detailed analytics show your improvement over time: • Average and best WPM • Comprehension scores • Daily reading streaks • Visual progress charts (weekly, monthly, all-time) WHY FLASHREAD? Science-backed techniques (RSVP, chunking, saccade training) 200+ built-in reading passages across all difficulty levels Real comprehension testing — not just speed Camera scan to import any printed text Beautiful, distraction-free design Works completely offline The average person reads at 250 words per minute. With consistent practice using FlashRead, you can double or even triple that — while maintaining full comprehension. Start your speed reading journey today! ------------------------------------------------------ https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ https://drive.google.com/file/d/19C7TWfWkFZb0TQQAhBqh0eqNWbr7Dl1-/view?usp=sharing

About

Speed Reading.

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Speed Reading Speed Reading is a focused reading app designed to help you consume text faster using a clean, distraction-free reading method. It displays text in a controlled format so you can stay focused and reduce unnecessary eye movement while reading. You can use the app to read articles, notes, or imported documents in a streamlined way. The goal is to help you read more efficiently while staying focused on comprehension and flow. Free Features Speed reading mode (word-by-word display) Adjustable reading speed Paste or import text for reading Simple reading library Progress tracking Basic customization options Clean, distraction-free reader Premium Features Advanced speed controls Full document organization tools Extended reading history Highlighting and bookmarking Reading session analytics Ad-free experience Future premium features and updates Speed Reading is designed for students, professionals, and readers who want to process text more efficiently. It removes visual distractions and helps you focus on one idea at a time. You can use it for learning, study sessions, articles, or everyday reading to help improve reading efficiency over time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Speed Reading.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Speed Reading. at 3 against FlashRead's —. Speed Reading. also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. FlashRead sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Speed Reading. sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 3 level
FlashRead versus Speed Reading.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashReadSpeed Reading.
PriceFreeFree
Ads—Yes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Devices—iPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMayer SancivieriErdem Kara

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FlashRead

Subscriptions3
  • FlashRead - Weekly Pro3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • FlashRead - Monthly Pro3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • FlashRead - Yearly Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Speed Reading.

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is FlashRead free?
FlashRead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speed Reading. free?
Speed Reading. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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