Speed Reading App Comparison
See how Devour compares to other speed reading solutions like Bionic Reading, Spritz, and Spreeder.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Devour | Bionic Reading | Spritz | Spreeder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSVP Technology | ||||
| ORP Highlighting | ||||
| Free to Use | ||||
| No Account Required | ||||
| URL Import | ||||
| Adjustable Speed | ||||
| Reading Statistics | ||||
| Achievements | ||||
| Dark Mode | ||||
| Mobile Apps | ||||
| Works Offline | ||||
| Export Data | ||||
| Price | Free | $2-5/mo | $3-10/mo | $1-8/mo |
Devour vs Bionic Reading
Bionic Reading bolds the first part of each word to guide your eyes. While this can help some readers, it doesn't address the fundamental issue of eye movement. You still have to scan across lines of text.
Devour's RSVP approach is different: Words come to you one at a time, completely eliminating eye movement. This allows for much faster reading speeds—typically 400-600 WPM compared to the 250-300 WPM most Bionic Reading users achieve.
Plus, Devour is completely free with no account required, while Bionic Reading requires a subscription for most features.
Devour vs Spritz
Spritz pioneered RSVP reading technology and offers a similar core experience to Devour. Both display words one at a time with ORP highlighting.
Where Devour differs: We offer a completely free experience with no account required. Devour also includes reading statistics, achievements, and document organization features that Spritz lacks. Our web app works instantly in any browser without installation.
Spritz requires licensing and integration into other apps, while Devour is a standalone solution you can use immediately.
Why Choose Devour?
100% Free
No subscriptions, no premium tiers, no hidden costs. Every feature is free.
No Account Needed
Start reading immediately. No signup, no email, no passwords.
Web + Mobile
Use on any device with a browser, plus native iOS and Android apps.
Privacy First
All data stored locally on your device. We never see your content.
Full Features
Statistics, achievements, collections, smart speed, and more—all free.
Active Development
Regular updates with new features based on user feedback.