SwiftRead - Speed Reading

SwiftRead Technologies

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About this app

SwiftRead helps you finish more reading with speed-reading focus modes and natural narration. Loved by students and professionals everywhere.

Import text from PDFs, EPUBs, web articles, even external readers like Kindle Cloud and Libby. Then read with visual focus modes or listen with human-like text-to-speech narration in 90+ languages.

⚡ KEY FEATURES

📄 Import documents in seconds
PDF, EPUB, web links, and pasted text—all in one place.

🌐 Works with web-based readers
Compatible with web-based readers you already use, including Kindle Cloud Reader and Libby.

👁️ Read visually with focus modes
RSVP, paced highlighting, and guided word display for speed and focus.

🎧 Listen while you read
Follow along with synced highlighting as the app reads to you.

🗣️ Natural TTS voices
Human-like narration in 90+ languages—not robotic.

🎨 Customize your experience
Fonts, themes, spacing, and speed—make it comfortable for you.

🔄 Sync across devices
Pick up where you left off on phone, tablet, or computer.

📚 PERFECT FOR

• Finishing a long PDF before a meeting
• Getting through research papers for class
• Staying focused with visual or audio reading modes
• Finally completing that ebook you started

🔒 YOUR CONTENT, YOUR CONTROL

Your documents stay private. See swiftread.com/privacy for details.
Internet required for use.
Need help? Contact us anytime at swiftread.com/help.

💳 PRICING

SwiftRead is free to use within limits. Upgrade to Pro to remove limits and unlock advanced features. Payment charged to your Google account at confirmation. Cancel anytime in Settings.

Terms of Use: https://swiftread.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://swiftread.com/privacy-policy

Ratings and reviews

I like this app a lot. I chose this over other speed reading apps because of the customization options, like choosing the font and background color. It's easy to adjust the reading speed and the core functionality works well. The couple of minor issues that came up were addressed right away by the developer when I left feedback. The only reason that I didn't give it 5 stars is because the price is steep, but I hope they will offer sales or discounts in the future.

​I absolutely love SwiftRead! I’ve been using the Chrome extension for years (though I actually use it on Opera) and it’s always been great. But now that there's a mobile app, it’s even better. It syncs across my different devices so I can continue reading seamlessly without losing my place. Plus, since the whole purpose is to read faster, it’s been a game-changer! I also love the 'read out loud' feature; I use it while driving, so it’s basically like having audiobooks on the go.

I've been looking for an app that does exactly this for a year, and I finally found one that is perfect for my needs! I'm a student of forgein language, and this app helps me read faster and more fluently than I ever have before. It's an incredible resource that I can't recommend enough!

What’s new

- Discover Stage, a research-backed, patent-pending mark designed to anchor your eyes during Focus (RSVP) reading.
- Reading positions are saved more reliably when you close, background, or reopen a document.
- Pausing now shows your speed, and completion cards no longer fight your scrolling.
- Enjoy smoother reading and Focus transitions.
- Kindle reading now guards against skipped page content and exits more reliably.