Spark Read vs Reedy
Reedy is great on Android. Spark Read works everywhere.
Feature comparison
| Spark Read | Reedy | |
|---|---|---|
| iOS app | Yes | No — Android-only |
| Android app | Yes | Yes |
| Web app | Yes (full reader in any browser) | No |
| Library + reading-position sync across devices | Yes (free + paid) | No |
| Sign in with Apple / email magic link | Yes | No account system |
| Supported formats | PDF, EPUB, DOCX, TXT, MD, URLs | EPUB, FB2, MOBI, TXT, HTML |
| Web article import (URL) | Yes — Readability-cleaned | Limited |
| PDF import | Yes | No / limited |
| Word docs (DOCX) | Yes | No |
| Native share-sheet intake | Yes | Yes |
| AI document condensing | Yes — Claude, GPT, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek (Pro/Lifetime) | No |
| Reading analytics, streaks & CSV export | Yes (export Pro/Lifetime) | Basic stats |
| Themes | Light, dark, and system | Light + dark |
| Focus mode for ADHD/dyslexia | Yes (bionic-style) | No |
| Pricing model | Free + optional Pro/Lifetime upgrades | Free + optional paid SKUs via Google Play |
Pricing comparison
Free
Subscription / paid
Lifetime
Full reader, all formats, 5 cloud documents
$3.99/mo or $29.99/yr — 50 cloud docs, AI condensing, CSV export
$44.99 one-time — unlimited cloud, all future features
Yes — free tier on Google Play [VERIFY: which features are limited]
£2.86–£27.87 across SKUs (billed via Google Play)
Not offered as a separate tier
Where Spark Read pulls ahead
Truly cross-platform, with sync that actually syncs
iOS, Android, and a fully working Web app — same library, same reading position, same session history, all kept in step via Supabase. Pick up an iPad or open your laptop and you’re right where you left off. Reedy is Android-only with no cross-device sync.
Wider real-world format support
PDF, EPUB, DOCX, plain text, Markdown, any URL — plus the native iOS/Android share sheet, so you can fire content into Spark Read from any app. Most Android RSVP readers focus on ebook formats; Spark Read handles the messy long-form PDFs and Word docs you actually have on your laptop.
Sign in your way — Apple or email magic link
No password to remember, no third-party SSO required. Apple Sign-In on iOS, email magic link everywhere else. Or skip auth entirely — every feature works locally first.
AI condensing for long reads
Pro and Lifetime users can condense long documents using Claude, GPT, Gemini, Grok, or DeepSeek before reading — useful for technical PDFs and 10,000-word articles. Reedy doesn’t offer this.
When Reedy is the right pick
If you’re Android-only, prefer a single-platform native app, and primarily read DRM-free ebooks, Reedy is a strong, mature choice with a loyal user base. Spark Read is the better pick if you switch between devices, want web access, or import PDFs and Word docs alongside ebooks.
Frequently asked
Can I import EPUB files into Spark Read like I can in Reedy?
Yes. EPUB is a first-class import format. Spark Read parses the EPUB client-side and tokenizes the text into a smooth RSVP stream.
Does Spark Read have an iOS app?
Yes — native iOS via Capacitor. Reedy is Android-only, so if you switch between iPhone and Android (or use both), Spark Read keeps your library in sync via optional cloud storage.
Is Spark Read free?
Yes — the core reader, all import formats, ORP highlighting, analytics, and 5 cloud documents are free with no account required. Pro ($3.99/mo or $29.99/yr) and Lifetime ($44.99) unlock larger cloud storage, AI condensing, CSV analytics export, and priority support. Reedy also offers a free tier on Google Play, with optional paid SKUs (£2.86–£27.87) for additional features.
Can I use Spark Read in a browser?
Yes. The Web app at spark-read.app is fully functional — import documents, build a library, read at up to 1000 WPM. Reedy is Android-only with no web version.
Read everything. Faster.
Free, cross-platform, no account required. Try Spark Read in the browser or install the mobile app.