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Head-to-head · Speed Reading Apps

FastReadi vs Reading Trainer

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score FastReadi #2 in Speed Reading Apps 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit FastReadi
Reading Trainer #6 in Speed Reading Apps 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Try Reading Trainer

FastReadi leads on 0 checks, Reading Trainer on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFastReadi · 9.3/10
  • Free planboth

FastReadi scores higher on our rubric for speed reading apps: 9.3 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

FastReadi is the better fit for iOS learners needing comprehension tools. Reading Trainer is the better fit for structured speed-reading practice.

  • FastReadi fits best

    iOS learners needing comprehension tools

  • Reading Trainer fits best

    Structured speed-reading practice

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Side by side

Feature FastReadi 9.3/10 Visit ↗ Reading Trainer 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.9
Ranking #2 in Speed Reading Apps #6 in Speed Reading Apps
Best for iOS learners needing comprehension tools Structured speed-reading practice
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $3.33/mo Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms iOS Web, Android
Support Email Email, Tickets
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features FastReadi 2/3 · Reading Trainer 2/3
Comprehension exercises ✓ ✓
Content import ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Guided training Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Pacing methods Mixed Not checked yet
Advertised speed ceiling 800 wpm Not checked yet
Supported platforms ios web, android
Our review
Pros
  • Combines RSVP and bionic reading with speeds from 100 to 800 WPM
  • Imports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, TXT, URLs, and text
  • Adds AI flashcards, summaries, quizzes, and study planning
  • Adaptive curriculum combines speed, comprehension, and memory practice
  • Progress statistics and exercise charts make training measurable
  • Web and Android access with multilingual training options
Cons
  • Available only on iOS
  • Advanced AI and sync features require Pro
  • The monthly Pro plan costs more than annual billing
  • Free access is limited to the first curriculum unit and selected exercises
  • Cloud synchronization is available only to Premium users
  • The focus is guided practice rather than a documented content-import workflow
Our verdict

FastReadi is an iOS speed-reading and study app for students and individual readers. Its core reading modes include RSVP focus reading and bionic reading, with adjustable pacing from 100 to 800 words per minute. It also supports EPUB,…

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Reading Trainer is a speed-reading and memory-training service for individual consumers who want a structured way to practice reading speed, comprehension, and retention. Its audience includes frequent readers, students, executives, and…

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  1. FastReadiSpeed Reading Apps 9.3Free plan
  2. Reading TrainerSpeed Reading Apps 8.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • FastReadi — where it wins

    • Combines RSVP and bionic reading with speeds from 100 to 800 WPM
    • Imports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, TXT, URLs, and text
    • Adds AI flashcards, summaries, quizzes, and study planning

    Where it doesn't

    • Available only on iOS
    • Advanced AI and sync features require Pro
    • The monthly Pro plan costs more than annual billing
  • Reading Trainer — where it wins

    • Adaptive curriculum combines speed, comprehension, and memory practice
    • Progress statistics and exercise charts make training measurable
    • Web and Android access with multilingual training options

    Where it doesn't

    • Free access is limited to the first curriculum unit and selected exercises
    • Cloud synchronization is available only to Premium users
    • The focus is guided practice rather than a documented content-import workflow

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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