Anchor vs RSVP Speed Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Anchor
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Read faster, stay focused, and get more out of every page. Anchor turns any text into a guided speed-reading session. Paste or import your own text, set your pace (WPM), and read one word at a time with a visual anchor that keeps your eyes locked in — no more rereading lines or losing focus. WHY ANCHOR • Read faster without losing comprehension • Stay focused with one-word-at-a-time RSVP • A visual anchor letter keeps your eyes centered • Beat distraction and reread less FEATURES • Adjustable WPM speed control • Visual anchor for laser focus • Import or paste any text • Clean, distraction-free reader • Reading progress and session stats • Works with books, articles, notes and study material Whether you're studying, powering through articles, or building a daily reading habit, Anchor helps you move through text with a steady, focused rhythm. Read faster. Stay focused. Train your reading flow.
RSVP Speed Reader
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Unlock your true reading potential with RSVP Speed Reader! Using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) technology, our app eliminates the need for your eyes to move across the page. Words flash sequentially at your chosen speed, allowing you to read up to 3x faster without losing comprehension. KEY FEATURES: • AI Chapter Detection: Upload large PDFs or text files, and our advanced AI will automatically map out chapters and structure your book. • Read Anything: Import PDFs, DOCX, TXT files, or paste direct URLs and text. • Complete Control: Adjust your reading speed seamlessly from 100 to 1,000+ WPM. • Eye Comfort: Choose from multiple themes including OLED Dark, Forest, and Sepia. • Accessibility: Features Dyslexic-friendly fonts and customizable Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlight colors. • Track Progress: Detailed reading statistics, daily goals, and reading time estimates. Whether you're a student trying to get through textbooks, a professional reading long reports, or just an avid reader who wants to consume more books, RSVP Speed Reader is your ultimate reading companion. Join thousands of readers and upgrade your reading speed today! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Anchor at none against RSVP Speed Reader's shown. Anchor also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). RSVP Speed Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Anchor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and RSVP Speed Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Anchor ships an update monthly, RSVP Speed Reader every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Anchor | RSVP Speed Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MyAppDesk | Mahir Cem ALCI |
In-app purchases
Anchor
- Lifetime$4.99
RSVP Speed Reader
- RSVP Pro Plan3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- RSVP Pro Plan3 Days trial$29.991 Year
