Spreeder

Overview

Founded in 2006, Spreeder pairs an RSVP speed reader with tools for ordinary reading, content organization, and learning. Its AI generates personalized summaries of books and lessons, as well as lessons on selected topics or trends. The service covers mobile and desktop platforms, with browser extensions for saving web content.

The cloud library offers unlimited content storage and syncs reading across devices. That combination makes Spreeder more than a speed-reading tool: it can serve as a central place to collect and work through reading material. The trade-off is that DRM-protected books may require DRM removal before import.

Readers comparing services can browse Speed Reading Apps.

Key features

Speed reading and regular reading

The RSVP e-reader offers four modes and 14 tunable settings, giving readers room to adjust how sequentially displayed text is presented. For books or articles better suited to conventional reading, a separate e-reader includes notes, statistics, bookmarks, and tagging. This makes Spreeder useful for readers who switch between reading styles, rather than those seeking only a focused speed-reading tool.

Import, save, and organize

Spreeder supports 52 file and eBook formats, but DRM-protected books may need DRM removal before they can be imported. That caveat can complicate a library built around protected purchases. Chrome and Safari extensions save web articles and other content to the cloud library while stripping away menus, ads, and clutter.

Bookmarks, notes, color-coded tags, reading progress, and goals help readers keep a larger library manageable. Unlimited storage and cross-device sync support continued reading across devices without a stated storage cap.

Learning content

The order page includes 214 premium courses spanning speed reading, brain training, career success, vocabulary, technology, and productivity. Personalized summaries and lessons broaden the service beyond reading practice, particularly for users who want structured learning alongside their own material.

Pricing

Spreeder

The Spreeder plan is a one-time payment; the order page displays EUR €47.00 and offers a USD currency option without displaying a USD price. It includes access for up to five users, unlimited app installs, unlimited cloud library storage, support, and upgrades. For a household or small group sharing a reading service, five-user access is a meaningful inclusion; solo readers still get the same broad feature set. Check the displayed price in the currency you intend to use before purchasing.

The offer also includes 214 premium courses. The site offers a full refund request up to 365 days after purchase: customers must contact the helpdesk and state that they are not satisfied. Checkout supports cards and PayPal and is described as using 256-bit SSL and PCI-DSS compliance.

Spreeder has a free plan, but its caps and included features are not detailed here, so it is difficult to judge whether it will suit sustained use. The paid plan's one-time billing avoids a stated monthly renewal, while its support and upgrades are included without a stated end date.

Platforms

Spreeder is available on the web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Chrome and Safari extensions save web content to the cloud library. Reading syncs across devices, which is useful for people moving between desktop and mobile screens.

Spreeder's privacy policy says its services operate on servers in the United States and that user information may be processed and stored there. Support includes a knowledge base and help desk ticket submission.

Who it's for

Spreeder suits home users, students, and people reading for work or business, especially those who want speed-reading controls alongside standard reading tools and organized cloud storage. Its included courses and personalized learning content may appeal to readers building skills as well as working through a backlog. It is less compelling for readers whose collection depends heavily on DRM-protected books, or for anyone who wants a clearly defined free-plan allowance before committing.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Flexible reading modes: Four RSVP modes and 14 settings sit alongside a regular e-reader, supporting different reading preferences in one service.
• Broad library support: Import across 52 formats, save web content, and organize with notes, bookmarks, tags, goals, and progress tracking.
• Room for a group: The paid offer covers up to five users, unlimited installs, and unlimited cloud storage.
• Substantial learning bundle: 214 courses and personalized learning content extend its use beyond reading speed practice.
• Long refund window: Customers can request a full refund up to 365 days after purchase by contacting the helpdesk.

Cons

• DRM can obstruct importing: Protected books may require DRM removal, adding friction for readers importing purchased eBooks.
• Currency uncertainty: The displayed price is EUR €47.00, while the USD option has no displayed USD amount, so buyers should confirm the price in their preferred currency.
• Free plan's boundaries are unclear: Without stated caps or inclusions, readers cannot readily tell whether the free tier covers their needs.
• US data processing: User information may be processed and stored on US servers, a consideration for readers with data-location concerns.

Alternatives

Choose LightSpeedRead if a free starting point matters most: its website reader, speed test, calculator, and guides are free without an account or ads, while its Chrome extension supports reading up to 600 wpm. Pro monthly is 2.99 USD per month.

Outread is an iOS, macOS, and extension alternative with a free tier and free trial; Outread+ Monthly costs 4.99 USD per month for all features. Choose it if that paid feature-unlock model better suits you.

Reading Trainer may suit readers focused on exercises: its free plan includes the first curriculum unit and a couple of exercises, and it supports Android, iOS, web, and Windows.

Superead is another freemium option for Android, iOS, and web, with a limited-features free plan and a premium plan that includes thousands of e-books and articles and lessons.

Dogear is a free iOS and macOS option with no ads, subscription, or account.

LumaRead fits web readers who can work within a free allowance of 1,500 words per day, one library book, and speeds up to 600 wpm. Its Monthly plan costs 3.99 USD per month and offers unlimited reading and 10 books.

Ledor is a free Android, iOS, Linux, and web option with all features included, no ads, and no account.

FastReadi is an iOS alternative.

Verdict

Spreeder is a strong fit for readers who want adjustable RSVP reading, a conventional e-reader, organized cross-device storage, and learning courses under one purchase. Its five-user access and extensive library tools make the one-time plan more useful than a single-purpose speed reader for many households and working groups. Look elsewhere if DRM-protected imports are central to your library, or if you need a clearly stated free-plan allowance or confirmed USD price before deciding.