Speed reading guides
BetterAt’s speed reading drill measures the only number that matters: words per minute with comprehension. These guides cover who it’s for and how it stacks up against other tools.
Try the drillGuides
How to read faster
What actually moves your WPM: fewer regressions, less subvocalization, and a pacer that keeps you honest.
Free reading speed test
A one-minute test that measures your WPM and verifies you actually understood the text.
What's a good reading speed?
Average, fast and elite WPM ranges — and what the numbers mean once comprehension enters the picture.
Paced reading practice
Train above your comfort speed with a visual pacer that pushes you through the text.
Who it's for
Speed reading for students
Get through assigned reading faster without losing the details.
Speed reading for professionals
Reports, memos and a full inbox — cut the reading load without missing what matters.
Speed reading for test prep
Timed reading sections (LSAT, MCAT, SAT) reward practiced pace. Build it with comprehension intact.
Read more books
A faster sustainable pace is the difference between 12 books a year and 30.
Comparisons
Speed Reading vs Spreeder
How a comprehension-checked drill compares to an RSVP flasher.
Speed Reading vs AceReader
A free one-minute drill vs a heavyweight school-district training suite.
Speed Reading vs Spritz
Guided pacing with real passages vs word-at-a-time RSVP flashers.
Best speed reading apps
What to look for in a speed reading app — and how the main options compare.