Comparison

Velocity vs Speed Reading.

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

Head to head
About

Velocity

Features
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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 โ€ข RSVP reader up to 1,000 WPM with ORP highlighting โ€ข Leveled reading exercises from Beginner to Expert โ€ข Scan documents, import PDF/text, or paste your own content โ€ข On-device OCR โ€” your text never leaves your iPhone โ€ข Progress tracking, daily goals, streaks, levels & achievements โ€ข 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.

About

Speed Reading.

Features
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Speed Reading Speed Reading is a focused reading app designed to help you consume text faster using a clean, distraction-free reading method. It displays text in a controlled format so you can stay focused and reduce unnecessary eye movement while reading. You can use the app to read articles, notes, or imported documents in a streamlined way. The goal is to help you read more efficiently while staying focused on comprehension and flow. Free Features Speed reading mode (word-by-word display) Adjustable reading speed Paste or import text for reading Simple reading library Progress tracking Basic customization options Clean, distraction-free reader Premium Features Advanced speed controls Full document organization tools Extended reading history Highlighting and bookmarking Reading session analytics Ad-free experience Future premium features and updates Speed Reading is designed for students, professionals, and readers who want to process text more efficiently. It removes visual distractions and helps you focus on one idea at a time. You can use it for learning, study sessions, articles, or everyday reading to help improve reading efficiency over time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Velocity4 screens
Speed Reading.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Velocity at none against Speed Reading.'s shown. Speed Reading.'s advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Velocity sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Speed Reading. sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 2 level
Velocity versus Speed Reading.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVelocitySpeed Reading.
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS17.015.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonarch Labs CollectiveErdem Kara

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Velocity

One-time1
  • Velocity Pro$4.99
2 purchases

Speed Reading.

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Velocity free?
Velocity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speed Reading. free?
Speed Reading. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Velocity or Speed Reading. have ads?
Speed Reading. shows ads; Velocity does not.

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