Side by side
Reeder vs Starfall
Both stand on reading apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhoneMac
Reeder brings several content sources into a synced timeline, with filters for building custom views. Check the free-plan limits and public nature of shared feeds before choosing it for your workflow.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Choose Starfall for a child-focused reading program with a free reading option and membership activities across Pre-K through fifth grade. Families can use Home Membership, while educators and schools have plans with Group Access. Look elsewhere if you need Group IDs to track each student’s use or progress.
Visit StarfallThe facts
| Reeder | Starfall | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Reeder subscription: $10 a year | Home Membership: $35 a year |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | reeder.app | starfall.com |
| On reading apps | #31 of 47 | #27 of 47 |
Reeder: what it does well
- Combines four kinds of content in one timeline.
- Syncs timeline position across devices.
- Custom timelines support keyword and media filters.
- Subscription covers iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
- Free plan supports up to 10 feeds.
What to know first
- The new Reeder lacks third-party sync support.
- Saving outside links requires iCloud for Reeder.
- Shared feeds are publicly accessible by design.
- Free plan excludes OPML import.
Starfall: what it does well
- Reading activities cover phonics, fluency, and comprehension.
- Activities include ABC games, songs, and fiction and nonfiction reading.
- Membership opens access to over 700 activities.
- The program is available on web, Android, and iOS.
- Other Starfall apps can save content for offline use.
What to know first
- Group IDs do not track individual student use or progress.
- The Starfall App requires internet access to stream web content.
- Home Membership is not valid for schools, businesses, or organizations.
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