# LocalReader — Voice Reader — Read Aloud, Private, On-Device

> Read Aloud, Private, On-Device (iPhone/iPad app by Amit Saharana.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/localreader-voice-reader/id6811364242 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Amit Saharana](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811364244)
- Category: Books, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-25
- Data updated: 2026-10-06

## What is LocalReader?

Turn any document into a personal audio reading experience — powered by on-device speech.

LocalReader reads PDFs, EPUBs, web articles, and plain text aloud using Apple's built-in speech engine. Your reading text stays private on your device.

◆ HIGH-QUALITY SYSTEM VOICES
Choose from Apple's Neural speech voices across multiple languages. 8 curated voice profiles are ready out of the box, with access to all system voices installed on your device.

◆ ON-DEVICE PRIVACY
Document text and speech synthesis stay on your device. Works in Airplane Mode. Only purchase verification and basic product analytics use network connections.

◆ ADJUSTABLE SPEED (0.5x – 3.0x)
Adjust reading cadence from steady study pace to rapid review with per-document memory.

◆ SYNCHRONIZED WORD HIGHLIGHTING
Follow along as active sentences and words are highlighted at up to 120Hz on ProMotion displays.

◆ MULTI-FORMAT SUPPORT
Read PDFs, EPUBs, web articles, and text notes. Share from Safari, Files, or paste text directly.

◆ SIRI & ECOSYSTEM INTEGRATION
Resume reading via Siri voice shortcuts, view status on your Lock Screen, or listen on the road with CarPlay.

Free: Starter voices and daily free listening time. Premium unlocks full library features.

Terms of Use: https://localreader.plancodeship.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://localreader.plancodeship.com/privacy

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Access | $149.99 | one-time |
| Spanish Voice Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| French Voice Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Japanese Voice Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Chinese Voice Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hindi Voice Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Italian Voice Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Portuguese Voice Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| All Languages Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |


## Is LocalReader safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess LocalReader.

## Is LocalReader legit?

LocalReader — Voice Reader has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for LocalReader is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-09-25

No release notes.

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