# Witbound vs ReadStream

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ReadStream at none against Witbound's 3. ReadStream also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Witbound sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. ReadStream asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Witbound | ReadStream |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/witbound-audiobook-read-along/id6795587495/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **11** | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 34 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mohamed Yusuf](https://appshunter.io/developer/6795587497) | [David Sealey](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781868729) |

## What reviewers say

### Witbound

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/witbound-audiobook-read-along/id6795587495)

This app synchronizes your existing audiobooks with their ebook counterparts, highlighting each word as it's narrated. It's designed to improve reading comprehension for individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, or those learning a new language. Your books remain on your device with no account or tracking.

**Highlights:** Audiobook and ebook synchronization, Word-by-word highlighting, Supports dyslexia and ADHD, Works for language learners, Bring your own EPUB, PDF, M4B, MP3, Connects to Audiobookshelf server, One-time purchase for full access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Witbound Plus Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Witbound Plus Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Witbound Plus — Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


### ReadStream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readstream/id6806875211)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Witbound free?

Witbound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ReadStream free?

ReadStream is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Witbound or ReadStream have ads?

Neither Witbound nor ReadStream shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*