Throughline Reader
Read Faster with Smart Pacing
Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Train toward your ideal reading pace with intelligent pacing. ORP alignment, natural rhythm, and on-device AI summaries. Words flow to you.
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Read faster while comprehending more. Throughline presents text one word at a time with intelligent pacing that adapts to natural language rhythms.
VARIABLE PACING ENGINE
Unlike basic RSVP readers that show every word for the same duration, Throughline adjusts timing dynamically:
• Punctuation creates natural pauses — longer at periods, brief at commas
• Complex words get extra display time
• Paragraph breaks give you time to absorb ideas
• Not fixed-interval timing — pacing adapts continuously word by word
ORP ALIGNMENT
Each word displays with its Optimal Recognition Point at a fixed position on screen:
• Your eyes never move — words come to you
• The red pivot letter marks the optimal focus point
• Eliminates the saccadic jumps that slow traditional reading
• Find your ideal reading pace and keep pushing further
WARMUP & COOLDOWN
• Start each session at a comfortable pace
• Gradually accelerate to your target speed
• Cooldown ramp slows gently at the end of texts
• Circular toolbar gauge shows ramp progress during warmup and cooldown
• Configurable duration and intensity
APPLE INTELLIGENCE
• Generate summaries with key takeaways and topics
• All processing happens on-device
• No data sent to servers
• Available on devices supporting Apple Intelligence
READING MODES
• Single Word: Classic RSVP with full focus
• Reader: See surrounding context as you read
• Double-tap to switch modes
BROWSING PANEL
• Open Browse as an inline drawer beside the minimap
• Preview nearby paragraphs for context without leaving the reader
• Jump to the section you want, then resume at speed
SIRI & SHORTCUTS
• Voice: "Read clipboard in Throughline" — speed read copied text
• Voice: "Resume reading in Throughline" — pick up where you left off
• Voice: "Reading stats in Throughline" — hear your stats hands-free
• Shortcuts app: Build automations with Read Text, Read Clipboard, and more
• Home Screen widgets show current reading progress
• Lock Screen widgets with circular gauge, progress bar, or inline text
• Widget accent color matches your reader theme
SAFARI EXTENSION
• Save articles to your reading queue directly from Safari
• One tap — no copying or pasting needed
• Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
APPLE WATCH
• Read articles on your wrist with intelligent pacing
• Digital Crown adjusts reading speed with haptic steps
• Articles under 3,000 words sync automatically
• Session progress syncs back to iPhone
• Watch face complications show your queue
ANALYTICS DASHBOARD
• Track words per minute over time
• See total words read and sessions completed
• Calculate time saved vs. average readers
• Weekly activity visualization
• View stats by week, month, year, or all time
LIBRARY MANAGEMENT
• Auto-save everything you read
• Or read ephemerally with no storage
• Two tabs: Reading (queue + in progress) and Archive
• Sort by date, title, word count, or progress
• Resume exactly where you left off
CUSTOMIZABLE INTERFACE
• Serif, sans-serif, and monospace fonts
• Adjustable font sizes with Dynamic Type support
• Custom pivot color selection
• Multiple background themes
• Rails and ORP indicator toggles
THROUGHLINE PRO
• Free tier includes the core reader, 3 fonts, 3 backgrounds, and 10 library items
• Pro unlocks all fonts, colors, backgrounds, unlimited library, analytics, iCloud sync, Apple Watch, AI summaries, and advanced pacing controls
• Monthly, annual, and lifetime plans available
• Family Sharing supported
DESIGNED FOR iOS
• Native SwiftUI with modern toolbar design
• Full VoiceOver accessibility
• Respects Reduce Motion preferences
• Dark mode throughout
• iPad optimized
PRIVACY FIRST
• All reading happens on-device
• No account required
• No data transmitted
• Your reading stays private
Start reading faster today.
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This update brings a redesigned Analytics dashboard and reliability improvements across iCloud, Apple Watch, and imports.
• New Reading Signal dashboard in Analytics: reading pulse, rhythm, volume, momentum, and theme modules for easier pattern discovery
• Settings now sync reliably across your devices via iCloud
• Reading positions from Apple Watch are no longer lost when syncing back to iPhone
• Articles shared from Safari and other apps import more safely
• Reading time and progress numbers are now consistent across every screen
• Resume recaps match the summary design, and long recaps scroll smoothly
• Easier access to the Analytics time-period picker, including with VoiceOver
The developer, Steven Townsend, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Provider
- Steven Townsend
- Size
- 15.3 MB
- Category
- Books
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 26.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 26.0 or later. - Apple Watch
Requires watchOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Throughline Pro - Lifetime $29.99
- Throughline Pro - Monthly $1.99
- Throughline Pro - Annual $12.99
- Copyright
- © 2026 Steven Townsend
