# Constant Reader vs SlowRead

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Constant Reader at 100% against SlowRead's 24%. Constant Reader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). SlowRead's advantage is ratings volume (726 vs 14) and chart position (#45 vs unranked). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SlowRead sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.39 per 7 days. Constant Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Constant Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SlowRead has 726 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Constant Reader's written reviews are positive against 24% of SlowRead's.

Constant Reader ships an update every 2 days, SlowRead every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Constant Reader | SlowRead |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/constant-reader/id6760911719/reviews)** | [4.7 (726 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slowread-book-tracker-and-tbr/id6763293288/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **726** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 24.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#45** |
| Size | 8 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shed Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1858129757) | [Adrian Martinez Moreno](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864939018) |

## What reviewers say

### Constant Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/constant-reader/id6760911719)

Track your Stephen King reading journey and explore his universe with detailed insights and adaptation information. Unlock themed ranks as you progress through his iconic bibliography. Designed for fans with a private, fast, and simple experience.

**Highlights:** Track reading progress, Explore King's universe, Unlock themed ranks, Discover book adaptations, Private and fast experience, Stephen King inspired design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SlowRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slowread-book-tracker-and-tbr/id6763293288)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Free · Book, #75 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

This app helps you build a visually appealing digital bookshelf and encourages focused reading sessions by blocking distracting apps. Track your reading progress, organize your library, and create a personalized reading ritual.

**Highlights:** Customizable 2.5D digital bookshelf, Distraction-blocking focus sessions, Reading streak tracking, TBR and library organization, Effortless book addition (scan, search, photo), Import from Goodreads (CSV), Private, local-first library

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $8.39 | per 7 days |
| Premium Annual Offer | $32.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $44.99 | per year |
| Lifetime access to Slowread | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Constant Reader free?

Constant Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SlowRead free?

SlowRead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Constant Reader or SlowRead?

Constant Reader is rated higher. Constant Reader averages 4.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while SlowRead averages 4.7 from 726 ratings.

### Do Constant Reader or SlowRead have ads?

SlowRead shows ads; Constant Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, Constant Reader or SlowRead?

Constant Reader ships an update every 2 days, and SlowRead every 3 days. Most recently, Constant Reader was updated on October 16, 2026 and SlowRead on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*