Blabby

Blabby

Text-to-speech for humans

14 ratings
9 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 14, 2023
  • March 30, 2026

Features

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This app reads typed text aloud in real-time, word by word. Save frequently used phrases as presets and display sentences in large text for easy viewing. Supports multiple languages with quick switching.

Real-time text-to-speech
Quick Presets for phrases
Large text display
Multi-language support
No ads or tracking
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What's New in Blabby

1.7

March 30, 2026

• Assorted UI improvements • Renamed Library to Bookmarks • Accessibility improvements

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User reviews

Genuinely Wonderful

It does not get better in this monetized data world than an app that is 100% free, no ads, collects no data, and *simply works*. Truly a ray of sunshine. The only suggestions I can make: Adding the ability to insert a pause. It takes several commas in a row to get a fraction of a second between sentences or words. Along the same line, being able to adjust the speed of speech would help. (I have been trying to get it to trigger Alexa when I cannot speak.) Thank you truly for this app!
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Great app!!

Please never delete

Awesome app

The apps great for what it does. Though I only got it because it looked interesting, I don’t really need it. But one bug I’ve found is sometimes the text shown is invisible. And I have to restart the app for it to show, or even the it doesn’t show. I have no idea how to reproduce the bug though.

I thought this was going to translate to the other languages

For what this app does, it’s fantastic in the sense that it would help you communicate should your voice give out, but my first impulse, as you could imagine, was to believe this was going to translate my text to French (for instance), and everything I typed was just continually read back to me in English only with a French accent. LOL. Maybe put in the description that this is NOT a translator app?
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Laryngitis

I had laryngitis a couple weeks ago and this app saved me! It helped me communicate with family and doctors to tell them what was going on!

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FAQ

What languages does Blabby support?

Blabby supports English (UK and US), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. You can easily enable multiple languages and switch between them quickly within the app.

Does Blabby have ads?

No, Blabby is completely ad-free. The developer explicitly states there are no ads, tracking, or data collection, ensuring a clean user experience.

How does Blabby's real-time reading work?

Blabby reads your typed text aloud word by word as you type. This allows your conversation partners to hear what you're saying without waiting for you to finish an entire sentence.

Can I save common phrases in Blabby?

Yes, Blabby allows you to save commonly used phrases as Quick Presets or Bookmarks. This provides one-tap access to frequently used text, saving you typing time.

What devices is Blabby available on?

Blabby is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed for iOS users who need a convenient text-to-speech solution.

How often is Blabby updated?

The latest version of Blabby is 1.7, released on March 30, 2026. While this indicates a recent update, the frequency of future updates is not specified but suggests ongoing development.

Is Blabby suitable for children?

Blabby has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children. Its straightforward functionality and lack of ads or tracking contribute to a safe user environment.

What makes Blabby different from other text-to-speech apps?

Blabby focuses on real-time, word-by-word reading, quick phrase presets, and a large display for easy viewing. It also emphasizes a privacy-focused experience with no ads, tracking, or account requirements.