Life & fun · February 26, 2014

Sprintz
Reading reimagined. Technology for faster communication.
Sprintz launched on February 26, 2014 with 114 votes, #74 of 1,100 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 12 years on.
What it does
Read your favorite web content twice as fast with far greater comprehension. Download the Spritz app and start speed reading today. Spritz displays content one word at time. When you read each word, your eyes fixate on the key red letter within that word, triggering the brain to quickly recognize and process its meaning. Easily save websites you frequent and return to them directly from the home screen. Average readers typically read around 200 words per minute (wpm) with a comprehension of 60%. With the Spritz reader, people quickly begin reading a 300 wpm or more at a comprehension level of 90%. Change your reading speed settings with just one click. After your first few sessions, you'll…from spritz.com
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