Comparison

PureMarkdown vs Speed Reader

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

Head to head
About

PureMarkdown

Features
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Features: 1.Cross-device Sync Sync across iPhone / iPad / Mac with no device limits and real-time updates 2.Privacy & Security Notes are stored only in your iCloud. No external servers or background data collection 3.Efficient Writing Support for note templates and custom templates for quick creation; keyboard shortcuts available on Mac 4.Multiple Export Formats Export notes as images, PDFs, or mind maps for easy sharing, archiving, and structuring 5.Data Migration Batch import and export of Markdown notes for easy backup and migration 6.Organization Manage notes with notebooks and tags to keep your content well-structured If you are looking for a simple, privacy-focused note-taking app that works seamlessly across devices, PureMarkdown is a great choice. This app does not collect user data. All content is stored only in the user’s iCloud account.

About

Speed Reader

Enhance reading speed and comprehension with focused, one-word-at-a-time sessions. Import text from various sources including URLs, PDFs, and screenshots, then adjust your reading pace with visual anchors and adaptive pauses.

Highlights
  • One-word-at-a-time reading
  • Adjustable words per minute
  • Fixed eye anchor and focus options
  • Adaptive pauses for punctuation
  • Built-in browser and article import
  • Image OCR and PDF import
  • Reading statistics and profiles
Features
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SpeedReader: Juice turns long text into focused one-word reading sessions. Paste text, import a public URL, open an article in the built-in browser, scan a screenshot with on-device OCR, or bring in a PDF, then read at your chosen pace with a fixed visual anchor. The reader is built for quick, repeatable reading sprints: - One-word-at-a-time display with adjustable words per minute - Fixed eye anchor and optional bold/color focus - Adaptive pauses for punctuation and longer words - Built-in browser and favorite sources - Local library, reading stats, and saved profiles - Image OCR and PDF text import Daily reading allowances are clear and visible in Settings. Everyone gets 1,000 words per day free, with optional paid tiers for higher daily limits. SpeedReader processes imported text locally where possible. URL import fetches the public page you choose; the app does not bypass paywalls or send article text to a SpeedReader backend.

Screenshots

PureMarkdown4 screens
Speed Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PureMarkdown at none against Speed Reader's 4. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Speed Reader sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. PureMarkdown asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
PureMarkdown versus Speed Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPureMarkdownSpeed Reader
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
Monetizationβ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerzeyang huangThomas Richardson

In-app purchases

None

PureMarkdown

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Speed Reader

One-time4
  • 2,000 Daily Words$0.39
  • 10,000 Daily Words$0.59
  • 25,000 Daily Words$0.79
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  • Unlimited Daily Words$0.99

Questions

Is PureMarkdown free?
PureMarkdown is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Speed Reader free?
Speed Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PureMarkdown or Speed Reader have ads?
Neither PureMarkdown nor Speed Reader shows ads.

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