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TL;DR - AI Text Summarizer

F Tier
Avoid · provisional
40
3.02 ratings
FreeIn-App Purchases
7mosince update
Utilities
category
Education
category
4+age rating
1language
Made for iPhone

What is TL;DR?

Turns long articles, documents, messages and reports into short, medium or detailed summaries.

TL;DR - AI Text Summarizer is a Utilities app that creates concise summaries of long texts. It works with PDFs, articles, emails, essays and research papers, and offers short, medium or detailed length options. A Premium upgrade is described for unlimited text length, advanced modes, file upload and ad-free use.

Pricing. TL;DR is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Condensing long articles or research papers before reading
  • Getting the key points of lengthy reports or emails
  • Students and professionals who need to review material quickly

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Why this app is in F tier

40/100The average of 4 parts, with no weights
Rating42
Ratings43
App Store search rank0
Update recency76

F tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

TL;DR scores 40 out of 100: rating 42, rating count 43, App Store search rank 0, update recency 76. The four parts are averaged and F tier follows from that score within this list.

Description

Our app helps you quickly turn long articles, documents, messages, and reports into clear and concise summaries.
Perfect for anyone who wants to save time and get straight to the point.

Key Features

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Instant Summaries
Transform large texts into short and accurate summaries in seconds.
Flexible Formats
Choose your preferred length: short, medium, or detailed.
Supports Any Text
Works with PDFs, articles, emails, essays, research papers, and more.
AI-Powered Accuracy
Uses advanced AI to extract key ideas and essential information.
History & Saving
Easily access your previous summaries anytime.
Simple Interface
Clean and intuitive design for a smooth user experience.
Premium Features

Upgrade to unlock full functionality

Unlimited Usage - no limits on text length
Advanced Modes - structured, key points, and detailed summaries
Faster Processing - optimized for large documents
File Upload Support - PDF, DOCX, and more
History Access - save and review past results
Ad-Free Experience
Early Access to New Features

Premium makes your workflow faster, smoother, and more efficient.

Who It’s For

Students, researchers, professionals, and anyone who wants to read faster and understand more with less effort.

Save time. Focus on what matters.

Legal

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-11-16-268

Support: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-11-16-2

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Questions about TL;DR

What types of text can it summarize?

It works with PDFs, articles, emails, essays, research papers, and more. Premium adds file upload support for PDF and DOCX files.

Is the app free?

The app is listed as free to download.

Can I choose how long the summary is?

Yes, you can choose short, medium or detailed summaries. Premium also lists structured, key points and detailed modes.

Is TL;DR right for me?

TL;DR is built for condensing long articles or research papers before reading, getting the key points of lengthy reports or emails, students and professionals who need to review material quickly. It sits in the text summarization list on AppTierList.

Is TL;DR worth it?

TL;DR is F tier, ranked #11 of 13 text summarization apps with a score of 40 out of 100, from a 3.0 App Store rating across 2 ratings. 10 apps rank above it in the same list.

How does TL;DR compare to Text Summary - TLDR Summarize?

TL;DR is F tier at 40; Text Summary - TLDR Summarize is F tier at 49. Text Summary - TLDR Summarize ranks higher. TL;DR is free to download, with in-app purchases, Text Summary - TLDR Summarize is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is TL;DR updated?

TL;DR was last updated on 2026-04-22, 206 days ago.

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Ranking

List
Text Summarization (F tier, #11)
Tier
F (Avoid)
Score
40 / 100
Rank in list
#11 of 13
Ranking certainty
early: few ratings or search ranks so far

Ratings

App Store rating
3.0 out of 5, every App Store country
Ratings
2

App

Price
Free + IAP
App Store category
Utilities
Current version
(206 days ago)
Size
6 MB
Requires
iOS 16.6 or later
Age rating
4+
Languages
1
Runs on
iPhone

Links

Developer pages
Support · Privacy policy
Maker
not verified

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