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SumSpot vs OnlyRead

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SumSpot compared with OnlyRead
Detail SumSpotOnlyRead logo OnlyRead
What it doesSummarize any article automatically in Safari Read-only mode for AI browser agents
StageNot given MVP
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inUS Not given
Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free: $0/month, open source with bring-your-own-model key. Pro: Free during early access with 1,000 judged requests; $5/month when paid tier launches.
Key features
  • Automatic summarization as pages load
  • Summaries appear directly in Safari
  • Works across the web on any site
  • Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac
  • Granular permission controls
  • No account or sign-up required
  • Blocks write, post, delete and purchase operations
  • Works with any Chromium browser and AI agent
  • App-specific rules and request classification
  • Open source codebase
  • Central control across multiple browsers (Pro)
  • One-link agent browser setup (Pro)
  • No API key required (Pro)
  • Per-account usage limits with fail-closed behavior
  • Tested on 1,000+ real tasks
What makes it different
  • Summary ready instantly without any action needed
  • Works everywhere you read on the web
  • No separate app or digest email to manage
  • Stays out of your way until you need it
  • Reduces accidental changes by AI agents without eliminating access to read data
  • Open source with full code transparency
  • Fail-closed design for unclassified requests
  • Tested against real AI agent tasks on major websites
  • Fully managed Pro option with no setup required
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)5 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)70
Citation Flow (Majestic)180
Referring domains (Majestic)180

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