Readflow vs Velocity
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Readflow
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Readflow turns any PDF, EPUB, or pasted text into a podcast you can listen to anywhere โ or a speed reading session that gets you through documents 3x faster than normal reading. TURN ANY PDF INTO A PODCAST Import a PDF, tap play, and Readflow converts it into clear, natural-sounding audio. Listen to research papers, reports, articles, or ebooks while you commute, exercise, or cook. No more being chained to a screen. READ ANYTHING 3X FASTER RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) shows you one word at a time at the centre of your screen. Eliminate wasted eye movement, eliminate subvocalisation, and read at up to 800 words per minute. The Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlights the scientifically ideal letter of each word so your brain locks on instantly. PASTE ANYTHING, READ INSTANTLY The biggest reason people abandon reading apps is friction. Readflow removes it. Copy any text โ a tweet, an article, a web page โ and Readflow opens it ready to read. No imports, no file management. Just paste and go. PHOTOGRAPH ANY TEXT, READ IT INSTANTLY Point your camera at a page, a whiteboard, a sign, or any printed text โ Readflow scans it with OCR and turns it into a reading session in seconds. You can also import a photo from your camera roll. No typing, no copying. Just aim, scan, read. KEY FEATURES - PDF to podcast: convert any PDF into audio at the tap of a button - RSVP speed reading at up to 800 WPM - EPUB import and speed reading - Text-to-speech (TTS) with adjustable playback speed (0.5xโ2x) - Clipboard paste via share extension or readflow://paste deep link - Camera scan: photograph any text and read it instantly with OCR - Image import: upload a photo from your camera roll and extract the text - ORP highlighting for maximum word recognition speed - Switch between RSVP and audio mid-session - Progress tracking with percentage and time remaining - Streaks, XP, badges, and daily reading goals to build a reading habit - Adjustable speed from 100 to 800 WPM PERFECT FOR - Students who need to get through reading lists faster - Professionals staying on top of reports, memos, and research - Anyone who learns better by listening than reading - Commuters who want to turn travel time into reading time - People with dyslexia or visual fatigue who find audio easier Download Readflow and turn everything you need to read into something you can listen to โ or blaze through at three times the speed.
Velocity
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Velocity is a focused speed-reading trainer built for people who want to read more in less time โ without losing comprehension. HOW IT WORKS Velocity uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation): one word at a time, centered on screen. The Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) highlights the best letter to fixate on so your eyes stay still and your brain stays in flow. FEATURES โข RSVP reader up to 1,000 WPM with ORP highlighting โข Leveled reading exercises from Beginner to Expert โข Scan documents, import PDF/text, or paste your own content โข On-device OCR โ your text never leaves your iPhone โข Progress tracking, daily goals, streaks, levels & achievements โข Adjustable speed, punctuation pauses, and haptic feedback PRICING Start with a 7-day full-access trial from first launch. Unlock Velocity Pro forever with a one-time purchase โ no subscription, no ads, no account required. Perfect for articles, study material, newsletters, and any text you need to get through faster.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Readflow at 15.5 against Velocity's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Readflow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Velocity sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Readflow | Velocity |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod โ better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 โ better | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matthew Alunni | Monarch Labs Collective |
In-app purchases
Readflow
- Readflow Monthly$6.991 Month
- Readflow Yearly$39.991 Year
Velocity
- Velocity Pro$4.99






