SwiftReader vs FlashRead
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SwiftReader
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Most people read at 200–250 words per minute. SwiftRead: Speed Trainer is built to change that. Using proven techniques, SwiftRead trains your eyes and brain to process text faster — so you can get through more of what matters without losing a word. TRAIN YOUR SPEED • RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) flashes words one at a time at your target pace, breaking the subvocalization habit that holds most readers back. • The guided scrolling pacer moves text at a steady speed, helping you stay focused and stop re-reading lines. • Adjust speed at any time and build up gradually at your own pace. READ ANYTHING • Paste any text directly into the app and start training immediately. • Import ebooks and read them with RSVP or the pacer — your choice. • No account needed. No subscription. Completely free. Speed reading is a trainable skill. SwiftRead gives you the tools to build it.
FlashRead
Enhance your reading speed with a unique word-by-word display method. Upload your documents or paste text to read faster and improve comprehension. Offers free and premium tiers with advanced features.
- Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP)
- Reads 2-5x faster
- Upload TXT, PDF, EPUB, DOCX
- Import articles by link
- Personalized library
- Reading stats and goals
- Dyslexia-friendly fonts
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FlashRead uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP) to help you read 2-5x faster — without skimming or missing a word. Instead of scanning lines of text, FlashRead shows you one word at a time at your chosen speed. Your eyes stay in one place while your brain does the rest. It sounds simple because it is — and it works. HOW IT WORKS Each word appears at the center of your screen with the Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlighted. This is the letter your eye naturally locks onto to recognize the word fastest. Combined with smart pauses at punctuation, you get maximum speed with full comprehension. WHAT YOU CAN READ Upload your own TXT, PDF, EPUB, or DOCX files and read them at speed. Paste text from the web. Import articles by link. Your documents are saved in your personal library so you can pick up right where you left off. START FREE RSVP speed reading up to 300 WPM Upload TXT files Save up to 3 documents Full playback controls and chapter navigation UNLOCK PREMIUM Read at up to 1,000 WPM Upload PDF, EPUB, and DOCX files Unlimited documents in your library Reading stats, streaks, and daily goals 5 themes including Dark and Midnight 6 fonts including dyslexia-friendly options 8 ORP highlight colors Premium is available as Monthly ($4.99), Yearly ($19.99 — save 67%), or Lifetime ($49.99 — pay once, own forever). Whether you're a student working through textbooks, a professional keeping up with reports, or a reader who wants to get through more books, FlashRead helps you read faster and remember more. TERMS OF USE (EULA) https://miguelzommg-byte.github.io/flashreadapp.github.io/terms-of-service.html PRIVACY POLICY https://miguelzommg-byte.github.io/flashreadapp.github.io/privacy-policy.html By using FlashRead, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy linked above. Subscription pricing: Monthly $4.99/month, Yearly $19.99/year, Lifetime $49.99 one-time. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID Account Settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SwiftReader at none against FlashRead's 3. FlashRead's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.2). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. FlashRead sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SwiftReader asks for nothing beyond the download.
SwiftReader ships an update fortnightly, FlashRead every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and July 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SwiftReader | FlashRead |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jean-Pierre Rouhana | MIGUEL GARCIA |
In-app purchases
SwiftReader
No in-app purchases
FlashRead
- FlashRead Monthly$4.991 Month
- FlashRead Yearly$19.991 Year
- FlashRead Lifetime$49.99





