Éist: PDF/Ebook to Audiobook

Éist: PDF/Ebook to Audiobook

Text to Speech, Read Aloud

16 ratings
7 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 7, 2026
  • August 30, 2026

Features

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Transform your EPUB and PDF files into natural-sounding audiobooks with on-device AI voices. Enjoy offline listening, read-along features, and a private experience with no tracking or ads. Access a vast library of public-domain books.

Convert EPUB/PDF to audiobook
Offline AI voice narration
Read-along word highlighting
Adjustable playback speed
Sleep timer
Background playback
Import from device
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What's New in Éist

1.3.19

August 30, 2026

What's new: • Turbo beta: the best-quality, 5× faster voice. 15 free minutes a day, Pro unlimited. • Faster first play: new chapters start sooner, the app writes less to storage while preparing audio. • Hear the difference: a new card in your library plays a premium voice and offers a quick Upgrade. • Voice showcases: after you finish a chapter or book, hear premium voices read a quote. Skip anytime. • Redesigned player: new footer with time scrubber, speed control, and More sheet for sleep timer, chapters, and settings. Sleep timer stops at chapter end. • Web imports: paste a PDF link and Éist imports it as a book. Cancellable wait for slow pages. Video and social links now say they can't be read. • Better voice clarity: premium voices clearly labelled, Kokoro's Alloy unlocks after 30 minutes of listening. • Finished a book? "You finished" screen to restart or return to your library. • Fixed: the reading view could stop following the audio after visiting voice downloads and returning via the mini-player. • Fixed: crashes during playback and startup, playback freezes, word highlight timing, referral links. App is noticeably smaller and faster. • Smarter reminders: gentle prompts after you stop listening, never twice a fortnight.

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Subscription plans

Eist Premium

Unlimited voice downloads and book imports

$4.991 Month
1 Month trial
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User reviews

Can’t even work past the tutorial

I love the idea. But I can’t even get though the tutorial without running into an error.
Try to reinstall it multiple times, still get stuck at the same place

Response from developer

Ohh no! That is unusual I will try to debug the issue. Please try to contact me through the support email and I will try fix your issue.

Adam doesn’t work, plays as Alloy

The app seems very well put together, I think with a few bugs ironed out it may be a better app than others out there due to its clean layout and functions that other apps do not have at all. The voice of Adam was the only voice I was interested in at first because it was closest to the Alex Haley voice in the autobiography of Malcom X that I am currently reading, but sadly the voice does not work and bugs out to play a female voice of alloy instead. I imagine this will be worked out and when it is I will probably say this is defiantly a 5 star app.

The update made things worse as you cannot install voices you do not want plus a massive amount of voices are loaded ready but not available to be used. I don’t know if being broken is going get people to stick around, but if you like the free voices I’d recommend.
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Amazing and feature rich even at free tier

I’m just loving Eist. I love the import experience, the initial voice option is pleasant to listen to, and bonus the synchronized text is a wonder to behold and to use for skipping guitars for back.

It’s a delight.

You also earn another voice or two as you listen.

Wow

Great app for a free price! At least one voice is pleasant to listen to without me paying. But I’ll probably upgrade anyway because I’m having a great experience so far.

Response from developer

Im delighted you are enjoying the app! I plan on making more voices available in the future too!

Very well made and appreciated

Great

Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback! You should check out the new Read Along feature!

FAQ

How does Éist convert books to audiobooks?

Éist uses on-device AI voice engines like Kokoro, Piper, and Supertonic to read your EPUB and PDF files aloud. You can import files directly from your device and select your preferred voice for narration.

Can I listen to books with Éist without an internet connection?

Yes, Éist is designed for offline use. Once you download a voice engine, you can listen to your imported books and synthesized audio without an internet connection. Your library and reading progress remain on your device.

What is the 'Read-along' feature in Éist?

The Read-along feature synchronizes the audio narration with on-screen text, highlighting each word as it's spoken. This helps with focus, comprehension, and language learning by keeping your eyes on the page.

Does Éist have ads?

No, Éist is ad-free. The app prioritizes a private and uninterrupted listening experience, with no advertisements or user tracking.

What are the benefits of Éist Premium?

Éist Premium offers unlimited access to your book library (the free tier is limited to 5 books), all AI voice engines and voices, and premium themes and font families. A 3-month free trial is included with the first subscription.

How do I manage or cancel my Éist Premium subscription?

You can manage or cancel your Éist Premium subscription at any time through your device's Settings. Navigate to Apple ID → Subscriptions to find the option to cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

Is Éist available on multiple devices?

Éist is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed to provide a seamless listening experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

How often is Éist updated?

The latest version of Éist is 1.2.0, last updated on June 14, 2026. Updates typically include new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes to enhance the user experience.