ClaroRead version 6.0 (2011) brought significant improvements to the software's readability features, including a new reading focus mode, which highlighted text being read aloud. Version 7.0 (2013) introduced a revamped user interface, improved accessibility features, and enhanced support for touch-enabled devices.

The first version of ClaroRead, version 1.0, was released in 1998 by Claro Software, a UK-based company. This initial version provided basic text-to-speech functionality, allowing users to listen to written text while following along on the screen. The software quickly gained popularity, and subsequent updates, such as version 2.0 (2000) and version 3.0 (2002), introduced features like customizable reading speeds, font sizes, and color schemes.

In 2005, ClaroRead version 4.0 was released, marking a significant milestone in the software's development. This version introduced a new user interface, improved text-to-speech capabilities, and added support for multiple languages. Version 5.0 (2007) built upon these enhancements, incorporating features like mind mapping tools, audio recording, and an on-screen keyboard.