# Assistive Express

> Affordable AAC device for speech-impaired individuals, emphasizing speed and ease of communication. (iPhone/iPad app by Assistive Apps LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/assistive-express/id379891874 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Assistive Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/379891877)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: $19.99 with in-app purchases (on sale, was $24.99)
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-07-06
- Data updated: 2026-07-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/assistive-express/id379891874/reviews.md

## What is Assistive Express?

*Proudly used by Dillan for Autism Acceptance Month 2016 https://youtu.be/oMN2PeFama0*

Assistive Apps presents Assistive Express, an affordable Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Device, catered to people with difficulty in speech. The biggest challenge for such users when using AAC devices is the number of key strokes or hits required to construct any sentences, which can take up a significant amount of time to have a decent conversation with anyone. To overcome this challenge, Assistive Express is designed to be simple and efficient, allowing users to express their views and thoughts at the most express manner, with natural sounding voices. 

Features:
-Landscape and Portrait Modes to cater to different needs
-Word Prediction to minimize the keystrokes required
-Adaptive learning of new vocabulary into the word prediction list
- Favorites list for users to save commonly used sentences
-Multi voices included for user to pick
-Adjustable volume and speed for voices
-Large font and buttons for easy access
-Recent list for quick access to previously spoken sentences
-Self-learning "next word" prediction
-Favorites can be reordered
-Share to Twitter, Facebook, Messages, Email etc.
-Font size is adjustable
-Prediction can be enabled/disabled
- *New* Added share capabilities on favorite and recent. Try to touch and hold any conversation on these pages to share and copy!
Assistive Express is currently only designed for the English Language.

## Key features

- Word prediction for faster sentence construction
- Adaptive learning of new vocabulary
- Customizable favorites list for common phrases
- Multiple natural-sounding voice options
- Adjustable voice speed and volume
- Large font and buttons for easy use
- Sharing capabilities to social media and email

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $19.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US English Female Voice Laura | $1.99 | one-time |
| British English Female Voice Lucy | $1.99 | one-time |
| US English Male Voice Micah | $1.99 | one-time |
| US English Child Voice Nelly | $1.99 | one-time |
| US English Male Voice Saul | $1.99 | one-time |
| US English Female Voice Tracy | $1.99 | one-time |
| US English Male Voice Will | $1.99 | one-time |
| British English Male Voice Peter | $1.99 | one-time |
| British English Female Voice Rachel | $1.99 | one-time |
| US English Creature Voice | $1.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #200 in Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/assistive-express/id379891874/reviews.md

### 2/5 — As soon as the sentence bug is rectified, I can start using again i am planning to change my review.

*2025-05-24, version 6.0.0*

I wish there were an option to put pauses back in  at the end of sentences—aside from that it’s good for me to be able to speak even if it’s not me doing the talking.

### 2/5 — iOS 15.6 + heat

*2022-08-05, version 4.1.0*

The app drains my iPad’s battery to 5%, what is the next update please, let me know asap

### 1/5 — Predictive keyboard needs improvement

*2020-07-29, version 4.0.2*

Not worth the price.

### 3/5 — Better than most options!

*2018-08-26, version 4.0.2*

The app is pretty good, i like the voice quality and the options. Needs to support iOS built-in predictive text though!

### 4/5 — More Voice Options

*2017-01-27, version 3.61*

Please add a female child's voice to your options.

### 1/5 — Larger keypad

*2016-12-10, version 3.61*

Need for a larger keypad for people who can't see very well. They need large letters. 

Any chance this can be done? Otherwise I just wasted $$

### 3/5 — Teen Voice Please

*2015-10-16, version 3.61*

When can kids like me get a male teen voice? None of my friends sound like this.  This is important for me.  Thanks!

### 3/5 — not quite

*2015-01-23, version 3.61*

im a purveyor on aac apps and a bit of an expert by now. this app is nice but lacking catgories, not just custom, any, and the way to sort favourites, its just last entered to top of heap! will be uninstalling, dissapointed theres no try before buying (IN_APPS) B4 WASTING $30 BUCKS. ill be going no further..

### 1/5 — Old version better

*2014-08-01, version 3.61*

The old version called assistive chat was much more user friendly. My child is still using the old version on one device and prefers it to the new version on 2 other devices. Why not offer both versions and let the user choose. Thanks

### 1/5 — Assistive Express

*2014-07-31, version 3.61*

I bought this app a few years ago. Everything worked great until just recently it stopped working. I had difficulty installing it on my new iPad. Luckily, I have another app on my iPad to help me communicate. But, I paid money for my Assistive Express, It's been a headache getting this installed.

## Frequently asked questions about Assistive Express

### What is Assistive Express?

Assistive Express is an affordable Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) device designed for people who have difficulty speaking. It helps users express their thoughts and views efficiently by minimizing the number of keystrokes needed to construct sentences, offering natural-sounding voices.

### What are the key features of Assistive Express?

Key features include word prediction to reduce keystrokes, adaptive learning for vocabulary, a favorites list for common sentences, multiple voice options with adjustable speed and volume, large fonts and buttons, and sharing capabilities to social media and email. It also supports both landscape and portrait modes.

### Is Assistive Express free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This model allows users to access the core functionality for free while providing options for enhanced features or content through purchases.

### What languages does Assistive Express support?

Currently, Assistive Express is designed and optimized for the English Language only. The app provides English voices and word prediction tailored to the English language.

### Who would benefit from using Assistive Express?

This app is primarily for individuals who have difficulty with verbal communication, such as those with speech impairments or conditions affecting speech. It serves as a tool to facilitate conversation and expression for a wide range of users needing an AAC solution.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0.0 — 2025-02-14

Updated UI to work on newer generations of iPhones and iPad.
Changed and increased voices set.
Removed the need to purchase additional voices.

### 4.1.0 — 2020-09-15

updated for iOS 13.

### 4.0.2 — 2017-07-11

Fixed external keyboard bug

### 4.0.1 — 2017-07-10

- Bug fix for in-app purchase voice "Creature"

### 4.0.0 — 2017-07-07

- Only supports iOS8 and newer.
- Added share capabilities on favorite and recent. Try to touch and hold any conversation on these pages to share and copy!

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## More apps by Assistive Apps LLC

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All apps by Assistive Apps LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/379891877

## Related topics

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