Spreeder

Spreeder is a reading and learning service that combines an RSVP speed reader, a conventional e-reader, and personalized learning content. It suits readers who want to collect and organize material across devices, as well as students and people reading for work. Its broad toolkit is appealing, but check the DRM restriction and displayed currency before purchasing.

Overview

Founded in 2006, Spreeder brings reading tools, a cloud library, and guided courses into one service. Its AI generates personalized summaries of books and lessons, plus lessons on topics or trends. That mix makes it more than a tool for displaying words quickly, though readers seeking only a lightweight speed reader may not need the additional learning and organization features.

The cloud library has unlimited storage and syncs reading across devices. Spreeder is available on the web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, with Chrome and Safari extensions for saving web content. Readers comparing options can browse Speed Reading Apps.

Key features

Speed and regular reading

The RSVP speed e-reader has four modes and 14 tunable settings. That degree of adjustment can suit readers who want to tailor sequential text display; it will not replace a conventional reading flow for everyone. The separate regular e-reader includes notes, statistics, bookmarks, and tagging, so readers can switch approaches without leaving the service.

Importing and organizing content

Spreeder says it can import 52 file and eBook formats, a useful range for readers with material in varied formats. DRM-protected books may require DRM removal before they can be imported, which is a meaningful obstacle for anyone expecting every purchased eBook to transfer directly.

The Chrome and Safari extensions save articles and other web content to the cloud library and remove menus, ads, and clutter. Color-coded tags, notes, bookmarks, reading progress, and goals help organize a growing library; unlimited storage and cross-device sync support readers who use more than one device.

Courses and support

The order page includes 214 premium courses spanning speed reading, brain training, career success, vocabulary, technology, and productivity. This broadens the offer beyond reading tools, especially for users who want guided material alongside their reading. The offer also includes unlimited support and upgrades; help is available through a knowledge base and ticket submission.

Pricing

Spreeder is freemium, with a free plan and a paid Spreeder plan sold as a one-time payment only. The order page displays EUR €47.00 and offers a USD currency option without showing a USD price. Confirm the currency and amount at checkout before deciding whether the lifetime-style payment suits your budget.

The paid plan includes access for up to 5 users, unlimited app installs, unlimited cloud library storage, unlimited support and upgrades, and the 214 premium courses. The five-user allowance may suit a household or small group, while a solo reader pays for a broader bundle than a speed reader alone. No published price is given for the paid plan beyond the displayed EUR amount.

The site says customers can request a full refund up to 365 days after purchase by contacting the helpdesk and stating they are not satisfied. Checkout uses 256-bit SSL and is PCI-DSS compliant, with card and PayPal payment options. Spreeder's privacy policy says its services operate on servers in the United States and user information may be processed and stored there.

Platforms

Spreeder supports web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Its Chrome and Safari extensions add a way to save web pages to the cloud library, making the service suitable for readers who collect material in a browser as well as those reading on mobile or desktop.

Who it's for

Spreeder is a strong fit for readers who want speed-reading and regular-reading modes, content importing, organization, and guided courses under one offer. Its support for up to five users can also suit a household or small group. It is less compelling for someone who wants only a basic speed-reading tool, or whose library depends on DRM-protected books that cannot be imported without DRM removal.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Four RSVP modes and 14 tunable settings offer control over speed-reading presentation.
• Pros: A conventional e-reader, notes, tags, progress tracking, and unlimited synced cloud storage support a broader reading workflow.
• Pros: The paid offer includes 214 courses, up to five users, unlimited installs, support, and upgrades.
• Cons: DRM-protected books may require DRM removal before import, limiting convenience for some eBook libraries.
• Cons: The order page displays EUR €47.00 but no USD amount, so buyers choosing the USD option should verify the final charge.
• Cons: User information may be processed and stored on servers in the United States, a consideration for readers with location-sensitive privacy needs.

Alternatives

Reading Trainer is worth considering for readers who want a freemium app with a free trial across Android, iOS, web, and Windows; its free plan is limited to the first curriculum unit and a couple of exercises.

Superead may suit readers looking for a freemium option on Android, iOS, or web, with a free plan that has limited features and a premium plan centered on thousands of e-books and articles.

LightSpeedRead is a more focused choice for readers who want a free website reader, speed test, calculator, and guides, with a Chrome extension that reads up to 600 wpm; its Pro plan costs $2.99 a month.

Outread is an alternative for readers on iOS, macOS, or extension platforms who want a free plan and trial, with Outread+ available for $4.99 a month to unlock all features.

Dogear is a free option for readers on iOS or macOS who prefer no ads, subscription, or account.

Ledor is a free choice for Android, iOS, Linux, or web users who want all features included without ads or an account.

LumaRead suits web readers who can work within a free limit of 1,500 words per day, one library book, and 600 WPM; its 3.99 USD monthly plan offers unlimited reading and 10 books.

AccelaReader is a free-plan freemium alternative on the web.

Verdict

Choose Spreeder if you want speed reading, conventional reading tools, content organization, and courses in a cross-device library, especially if up to five users will share the paid plan. Look elsewhere if you need frictionless importing of DRM-protected books or want a simpler, more clearly priced option.