Comparison

DarkScreenReader vs ADHD Visual Planner

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

Head to head
About

DarkScreenReader

This tool allows discreet reading of local novel files by displaying text only in a small, user-defined area against a black screen. It mimics a locked phone to avoid drawing attention in public spaces. Features include customizable display, tap-to-hide functionality, and automatic page turning.

Highlights
  • Selected display area on black screen
  • Tap to hide/resume text
  • Automatic page turning
  • Swipe navigation
  • Customizable display area
  • Local file support
Features
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DarkScreenReader is a discreet reading tool for local novel files. It keeps most of the screen completely black and displays novel text only in a small area selected by you, making the phone look as if it is still locked. It is designed for office environments where you may prefer not to draw attention to your reading. 【QUICK START】 Open the app and select a local novel file Adjust the position and size of the text display area Enter the black-screen reading mode and start reading 【BLACK-SCREEN READING MODE】 • Selected display area: Show novel text only in the area you choose while keeping the rest of the screen completely black • Tap to hide: Tap the screen to hide the text immediately and switch to a fully black screen • Tap to resume: Tap again to restore the text and continue automatic page turning • Automatic page turning: Read continuously at your selected speed, with automatic pausing when the text is hidden • Swipe navigation: Swipe left or right to move to the previous or next page • Long-press menu: Long-press the screen in reading mode to open reading settings and controls • Customizable display area: Adjust the position and size of the text area to suit your environment 【LOCAL CONTENT】 All novel content is selected and imported by the user. DarkScreenReader does not provide an online library and does not download, sell, or distribute novel content. 【IMPORTANT INFORMATION】 “Dark screen reading” refers to a near-screen-off visual effect created by a pure black background and a small text display area. It does not actually turn off the display, lock the device, or replace the iOS Lock Screen. Please use this app only in safe and appropriate environments. Privacy Policy URL:https://www.assetpacket.top/dark-screen-reader/privacy.html Terms/EULA:https://www.assetpacket.top/dark-screen-reader/terms.html

About

ADHD Visual Planner

This app transforms your to-do list into a visual experience. Assign tasks to specific 'rooms' representing different life areas, making them easier to manage at a glance. It's designed for those overwhelmed by traditional list formats.

Highlights
  • Visual task organization in 'rooms'
  • Daily task view
  • Customizable interiors and objects
  • Recurring tasks
  • Checklists within tasks
  • Progress tracking for completed tasks
Features
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Roomdo — Tasks you can see Tasks, photos and notes — in your own rooms. Keep home, work and your next trip in their own rooms. Choose backgrounds and styles. Create your own objects. Add photos and notes to your plans. See what’s due, take small steps and set reminders. Invite the people you care about into a shared room. Use Roomdo without a separate account. An optional Roomdo account with Sign in with Apple lets you sync and share rooms. Image generation needs an internet connection and tokens. Some features require Roomdo Plus or an in-app purchase. Prices and terms are shown in the app. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://artsaverin-star.github.io/legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

DarkScreenReader4 screens
ADHD Visual Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ADHD Visual Planner at every 2 days against DarkScreenReader's every 5 weeks. ADHD Visual Planner also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1). DarkScreenReader's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DarkScreenReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ADHD Visual Planner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for DarkScreenReader against 5.0 for ADHD Visual Planner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DarkScreenReader ships an update every 5 weeks, ADHD Visual Planner every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DarkScreenReader versus ADHD Visual Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDarkScreenReaderADHD Visual Planner
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB190 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer兴雨 蔡Iaroslav Saverin

Customer experience

DarkScreenReader

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ADHD Visual Planner

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DarkScreenReader

One-time1
  • DarkScreenReader Pro LifeTime$1.99
3 purchases

ADHD Visual Planner

Subscriptions2
  • Roomdo Plus — Month$3.991 Month
  • Roomdo Plus — Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Roomdo Plus — Forever$39.99

Questions

Is DarkScreenReader free?
DarkScreenReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ADHD Visual Planner free?
ADHD Visual Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DarkScreenReader or ADHD Visual Planner?
DarkScreenReader and ADHD Visual Planner are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do DarkScreenReader or ADHD Visual Planner have ads?
Neither DarkScreenReader nor ADHD Visual Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DarkScreenReader or ADHD Visual Planner?
DarkScreenReader ships an update every 5 weeks, and ADHD Visual Planner every 2 days. Most recently, DarkScreenReader was updated on October 22, 2026 and ADHD Visual Planner on October 11, 2026.

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