# eSpeak-NG — Speech synthesiser > Compact open-source text-to-speech synthesizer supporting over 100 languages and accents. (iPhone/iPad app by Yury Popov.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/espeak-ng/id6444089174 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Yury Popov](https://appshunter.io/developer/836490516) - Category: Utilities, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 4.14/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 55 MB - Languages: English, Russian - Released: 2022-11-14 - Data updated: 2026-06-05 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/espeak-ng/id6444089174/reviews.md ## What is eSpeak? The eSpeak NG is a compact open source software text-to-speech synthesizer. It supports more than 100 languages and accents. It is based on the eSpeak engine created by Jonathan Duddington. This app adds a compatibility layer between eSpeak NG library and Apple VoiceOver. ## Key features - Supports over 100 languages and accents - Open-source software - Compact design - Compatibility layer for Apple VoiceOver - Based on eSpeak engine ## Recent user reviews (10 of 15) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/espeak-ng/id6444089174/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work when needed *2025-12-04* The app fails at its basic purpose. I tried to use it in a situation where I needed text to speech, but it gave an error (“OSStatus error -66744”) and wouldn’t function. If an app like this only works sometimes, it’s not reliable enough to be useful. Until this is fixed, I can’t recommend it. ### 3/5 — An update is long overdue *2025-05-21* This app seriously needs an update. Some languages have lots of issues that’s been fixed in newer versions of espeak and so the libraries need to be updated. Also, it doesn’t support the newest changes in VoiceOver speech settings and automatic language switching doesn’t work. I hope the developer finds the time to make changes to the app. ### 5/5 — Only FREE voice pack for Mac *2025-01-02* I have Miller Fisher Syndrome which has left me temporarily blind. I wanted to add more voices to the standard MacOS default ones. This app is completely FREE and open source, the dev did a great job. There are around 100 voices to choose from! The only downside is that if you are used to high quality modern TTS voices like the recently updated Siri voices, these voices will sound very primitive. But if you’re trying to get that Stephen Hawking style vibe? Then this app is perfect. You should also download Speak Line from the App Store, as it will provide a cleaner interface to export text and speech into audio files. But you need this app first to hook into the MacOS VoiceOver API or whatever it’s doing behind the scenes to add voices to the main list, without downloading them from Apple in the settings app. There are limits to storage space, as this app is only 13MB on Mac, which is not enough for the fidelity of advanced modern voice models which can require 500MB of storage space. For what it is, this app is fantastic for visually impaired or blind users to add more narration voices to their Mac. I’m sure the rest of you are also tired of Samantha’s voice! Bonus is this app works on nearly everything Apple: Mac, iPhone, and iPad. ### 5/5 — I don’t even know what the SSML tags *2024-08-04* I don’t even know what the SML tag are. I hardly even know ### 4/5 — Great app *2024-05-25* This is a great app and I’m so grateful that after many years using iPhone I can have access to my first language Farsi. Can you please add Persian dictations Thank you Hi, I’m still waiting for Farsi dictation to be added to the app. Also when I switch to different languages with voiceover, it’s not compatible. I like to hear Alex reading English and espeak the Farsi. ### 1/5 — Bad *2024-03-30* Error 66744( ### 5/5 — As good as it seems, for ios 17 even. *2023-12-28* For those who want it, there are now ways to control eloquence for ios 16 into ios 17, simply put, go into the open per voice settings when selecting a voice. And also, thinking of more synthesizers. You could ad dektok for ios because many text to speech obsessed people (including Mckensie Parker on youtube) which doesn't even upload, , , , has probably thought of that. Also, one thing to note, as soon as you put a period at the end of a sentence using voiceover, it sounds like its pausing speech. Please fix that error. Thanks. Note, does not apply to speak selection when using ssml adjustment's sliders. ### 4/5 — Love it, but there is one downside *2023-09-24* I like that I can finally have voice over to read Armenian texts with ESpeak. However, I need to have ESpeak as a main english voice for it to be able to detect and read Armenian text. I would love for ESpeak to be able to read texts in other detected languages while a Voice from the other Voice Over options is being used for the main language ### 4/5 — Automatic sport problem *2023-07-19* Espeak does not support automatic, switching please fix it. do not work like auto TTS. ### 5/5 — Espeakeng *2023-06-14* I love the app but it says the oper ## Frequently asked questions about eSpeak ### What languages does eSpeak-NG support? eSpeak-NG supports over 100 languages and accents, making it a versatile tool for users worldwide. ### Is eSpeak-NG free to use? Yes, eSpeak-NG is completely free to use. It is an open-source software with no associated costs. ### How does eSpeak-NG work with Apple VoiceOver? eSpeak-NG adds a compatibility layer that allows it to work seamlessly with Apple VoiceOver, enabling speech output for users of Apple devices. ### What devices is eSpeak-NG compatible with? eSpeak-NG is compatible with Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices. ### How often is eSpeak-NG updated? The latest version, 1.1, was released on September 19, 2023, indicating regular updates to the software. ### What is the age rating for eSpeak-NG? eSpeak-NG has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### Where can I find information about eSpeak-NG's performance or user satisfaction? eSpeak-NG has a rating of 4.1 stars from 21 ratings, suggesting generally positive user sentiment. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 1.1 — 2023-09-19 SSML pause adjustment slider. 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