Readwise Reader

Readwise Reader consolidates articles, PDFs, EPUBs, newsletters, RSS feeds, YouTube transcripts, and Twitter threads into a single library, allowing users to save content for later consumption and avoid juggling multiple tools. The app provides a browser extension for on‑the‑fly web highlighting and supports uploading of personal documents, turning them into searchable, annotated items within the same workspace.

Annotations are treated as a core capability: users can highlight text, images, tables and rich‑text elements, add notes, and tag highlights across all supported formats. These annotations are searchable and can be synced with the original Readwise service, enabling a daily review habit that reinforces retained insights.

The platform targets power readers such as professionals, academics, and founders who need a unified workflow for consuming and revisiting large volumes of digital material. It runs on macOS, is classified as stable, and integrates directly with the Readwise ecosystem for seamless note‑taking and review.