Speed Reader
Speed Reader
Speed Reader uses RSVP technology to train your brain to absorb text at extraordinary speeds — one word at a time, right in the centre of your screen.
Rapid Serial Visual Presentation displays words one at a time in a fixed focal point, eliminating unnecessary eye movement and subvocalization.
Most people read at 200–250 WPM. RSVP readers routinely reach 400, 600, even 800+ words per minute with practice.
EPUB, PDF, web pages, HTML, plain text, and Markdown files. If it has words, Speed Reader can read it.
Speed Reader appears in the iOS Share Sheet. Found an article in Safari or News? Tap Share → Speed Read and it's instantly imported as clean, readable text.
Import any text you've copied — articles, notes, scripts, anything — directly from the + menu without leaving the app.
Start at a comfortable pace and work your way up. Fine-tune your WPM at any time during reading.
Jump between chapters instantly with real chapter titles extracted from your EPUB files.
Total words read, books equivalent, time saved vs. an average reader, today's session breakdown, and a 7-day streak visualiser.
Every reading session is timed. See exactly how long you've spent reading and how it stacks up against a normal pace.
A built-in tips guide covers everything from getting started to advanced focus and retention techniques. Available from the + menu or Settings.
Choose your text colour, adjust the interface, and collapse controls for a distraction-free experience.
Everything stays on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no ads. Your reading is your business.
Start with a free 7-day trial. Upgrade anytime for a single one-time payment.
Last updated: February 2026
Speed Reader is designed to work entirely on your device. We do not collect, store, or share any personal data.
All app data — books, reading progress, settings, and statistics — is stored locally on your device using standard iOS storage. This data never leaves your device and is not accessible to us.
The optional one-time purchase ("Speed Reader Pro") is processed entirely through Apple's App Store. We do not handle or store any payment information. See Apple's Privacy Policy for details.
Files you import (EPUB, PDF, TXT, HTML, Markdown) are copied into the app's private sandbox on your device. They are not uploaded anywhere.
The app does not collect any information from anyone. It is safe for users of all ages.
Questions? Open an issue on GitHub or use the App Store support link.