TeakReader review
A focused reading-and-subtitle app for building English vocabulary offline.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
TeakReader is an English-learning app for learners who want to build vocabulary through authentic reading and subtitle study. It supports personal EPUB files, Project Gutenberg books, and movie, TV, and anime subtitles. Inline word definitions, sentence translation, saved vocabulary, FSRS spaced-repetition flashcards, CEFR analytics, and reading-comprehension analytics bring several study methods into one reading-focused experience. It is available on iOS, macOS, and Android, with offline reading for loaded books.
The freemium structure gives learners free access with usage limits, while Premium adds higher limits and offline dictionary downloads. That makes the product easy to approach for learners who want to begin with reading or subtitle vocabulary before committing to additional access. The published product details emphasize in-app purchasing rather than a traditional plan table. Buyers should therefore view TeakReader primarily as a focused vocabulary tool, with its value tied to how often they read, study subtitles, and review saved words.
Its standout strength is the connection between content and review. Learners can look up words while reading, save unfamiliar vocabulary, schedule reviews with FSRS, and reinforce recall through Meaning Match and Spelling Forge. Project Gutenberg search and import also provide a direct route to reading material, while Microsoft Translator and Free Dictionary API support the lookup workflow. TeakReader is a strong fit for independent English learners who prefer books and screen content over lesson-based study. Learners seeking a broader curriculum or a wider language-learning focus may prefer a different type of app.
TeakReader pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Inline definitions and translations support EPUB and subtitle study
- FSRS flashcards, analytics, and word games reinforce vocabulary
- Offline reading works across iOS, macOS, and Android
- Where it doesn't
- The learning focus is English vocabulary rather than a broad language curriculum
- Free access includes usage limits
- Offline dictionary downloads are part of Premium
TeakReader fact sheet, pricing and score →
Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.
Last updated · How we research and update