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Cursor Trail vs Reading Progress Bar
Side-by-side comparison
At a glance
| Metric | Cursor Trail: Cool Effects | Reading Progress Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | — | 5.0 ★ |
| Total reviews | 0 | 1 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing | Free plan available | Free |
| Pricing tiers | 3 tiers | — |
| Listed features | 3 | ★ 4 |
| Languages | 49 supported | 1 supported |
AppRanks verdict
Generated from live data on this pageThe call
Cursor Trail and Reading Progress Bar each lead on different measured dimensions — pick by the one that matters most to you.
Where Cursor Trail leads
- Available in more languages: 49 vs 1.
- Ranks higher in Buttons & Menus: #39 vs #48 of 95.
Where Reading Progress Bar leads
- Lists a free plan; Cursor Trail doesn't.
How this is generated
Built only from the Wix App Market listing data shown on this page. AppRanks does not accept payment to influence comparisons. Read the methodology
Read each app's audit: Cursor Trail: Cool Effects audit • Reading Progress Bar audit
1. Listing metadata
Field-level data| Field | Cursor Trail | Reading Progress Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | ||
| Screenshots | images | images |
| Languages | ||
| Platforms | ||
| Developer |
2. Pricing & plans
Marketplace-listed plans · paid plans cheapest first, not matched tier-for-tierTier
Cursor Trail
Reading Progress Bar
Paid plans
Plus
- All animations
- All patterns
- Priority support
Prime
- Everything from previous plan tiers, plus:
- Specialists Access
- First Assist
- Priority Requests
Starter
- Preview effects from app dashboard
No paid plans listed
3. Features
As listed by each developerCursor Trail
- Effortless Customization: No coding required. Easily apply and adjust cursor effects directly from the app’s user-friendly interface
- Engage Visitors: Delight and captivate your visitors with eye-catching cursor trails that enhance their browsing experience
- Versatile Themes for Every Season: Choose from a variety of themes like Autumn leaves, Christmas snowflakes, or party confetti to keep your site fresh and relevant year-round
Reading Progress Bar
- Two indicator styles that suit any layout: Choose a slim reading progress bar pinned to the top or bottom of the screen, or a circular scroll indicator tucked into any of the four corners. Both fill smoothly as visitors read, stay fixed while the page moves, and sit above your header so readers can always see how far they have come
- Progress details that turn scrolling into a goal: Switch on a live percentage counter so readers see exactly where they are, and add an estimated reading time such as "3 min left" that updates as they scroll. The reading time is calculated from the real word count of the content being tracked, and you write the wording yourself, so it fits your tone and any language you publish in
- Full design control so it looks like part of your site, not an add-on: Set a solid fill or a two color gradient, pick your own track color, and fine tune thickness, corner radius, opacity and smooth animation until it matches your brand. A live preview in the dashboard updates as you change each setting, so you know exactly what visitors will see before you publish anything
- Precise targeting so it appears only where it helps: Track scroll progress across a whole page or through one specific section, show the indicator on desktop only, mobile only or every device, and exclude any pages you want to keep distraction free, including checkout, members areas and landing pages, using simple paths with wildcard support. A z-index control keeps it layered correctly when other widgets compete for the same space
4. Categories & rankings
Shared categories on the same row · in-category position inlineCursor Trail
Reading Progress Bar
5. Search rankings
Top 5 keywords · shared rankings prioritized| Keyword | Cursor Trail | Reading Progress Bar |
|---|---|---|
| scroll | #23 | #12 |
6. Activity in the last 90 days
Tracked changes · pricing, features, copy, screenshotsCursor Trail · 1 changes
- Aug 21featuresFeatures list updated
Reading Progress Bar · 1 changes
- Sep 28descriptionListing copy updated
7. App details
Long-form descriptionCursor Trail
Cursor Trail: Cool Effects is your all-in-one solution to add interactive and engaging cursor animations to your website—no coding needed. Designed with a vast collection of customizable effects, this no-code app gives you the ability to transform the way users interact with your site. Whether you’re running a seasonal sale or just looking to make your site more fun and memorable, the Cursor Trail: Cool Effects app is built to meet your needs. • Extensive Effects Library: Choose from a wide range of animations including sparkles, autumn leaves, raindrops, snowflakes, party confetti, and more. With over 40 different cursor shapes and 20 animation effects, you’ll always have fresh options. • Holiday & Seasonal Effects: Celebrate every occasion with themed cursor trails. From falling snowflakes for Christmas to colorful confetti for birthdays or celebrations, you can easily switch effects to match any season or event.
Reading Progress Bar
Most visitors leave a long page before they ever reach the good part. A reading progress bar answers the question that keeps them scrolling: how much is left? Reading Progress Bar adds a smooth, lightweight scroll indicator that fills as people read, so every article, guide, product story, and landing page feels finished instead of endless. Choose a slim bar at the top or bottom of the screen, or a circular indicator in any corner. Add a live percentage and an estimated reading time written in your own words, in any language. Style it to your brand with solid or gradient fills, custom track color, thickness, corner radius, and opacity. You decide where it runs. Track the whole page or one specific section, show it on desktop only, mobile only or both, and exclude any pages you want to keep clean. Setup takes about a minute in a simple dashboard with a live preview, and there is no code to write. Great for blogs, news, recipes, documentation, and long sales pages. It is built to stay light on page load times, respects reduced-motion preferences, and works with screen readers. Add the Reading Progress Bar app and give every reader a reason to keep going.
Frequently asked
Common questions about this comparisonIs Cursor Trail: Cool Effects or Reading Progress Bar cheaper?
Reading Progress Bar is cheaper to start with — it offers a free plan and Cursor Trail: Cool Effects doesn't list one. Prices are as listed on the Wix App Market; check what each tier includes in the Pricing section above.
Should I choose Cursor Trail: Cool Effects or Reading Progress Bar?
Reading Progress Bar holds the higher average rating (5.0★ vs 0.0★). That is the one dimension AppRanks can separate them on here — read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.
Which is faster to set up, Cursor Trail: Cool Effects or Reading Progress Bar?
Both apps are one-click installs from the Wix App Market. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly; Reading Progress Bar has more published reviews to read for user-reported install experience (1 vs 0).
Which works better for small vs large Wix App Market site owners?
AppRanks cannot say which fits a larger or smaller operation — there is no store-size measurement in the Wix App Market data. What it can show: Cursor Trail: Cool Effects has 0 published reviews; Reading Progress Bar has 1 published reviews. Compare plan limits and pricing tiers against your own volume.
Can I migrate data between Cursor Trail: Cool Effects and Reading Progress Bar?
Migration support varies by app and category. Cursor Trail: Cool Effects and Reading Progress Bar both publish their export options on their marketplace listing pages (or in their support docs); some apps offer one-click import from competitors, others require CSV. The fastest check: search "import from Cursor Trail: Cool Effects" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.