# Sensory Speak Up - Vocalize — speech therapy app

> Speech therapy app encouraging vocalization with visual sound-based feedback. (iPhone/iPad app by Sensory App House Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensory-speak-up-vocalize/id655636902 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sensory App House Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1361994084)
- Category: Medical, Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 49 MB
- Released: 2013-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensory-speak-up-vocalize/id655636902/reviews.md

## What is Sensory Speak Up?

Sensory Speak Up is a visually stimulating simple game style app that responds to sounds. 

Speak Up can be used to encourage children to vocalize and make sounds, either through the internal microphone or via and external microphone. 

Designed to assist with speech therapy, the louder the voice sound, the bigger the shape or pattern becomes. 

Different activities either give a gross display of the volume or a short trail of volumes. 

The colors of the display can be set as well as the sound threshold for a visual response. 

To join our enews list, see videos and more Sensory Apps visit www.sensoryapphouse.com

## Key features

- Encourages vocalization and sound production
- Visual feedback based on sound volume
- Adjustable display colors
- Customizable sound thresholds
- Supports internal and external microphones
- Gross and trail display modes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensory-speak-up-vocalize/id655636902/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not working

*2017-03-29*

This doesn't seem to work on my iPad. Not responding to voice.

**Developer response:** Hi, could you check in your iPad's Settings > Privacy > Microphone > check that the switch is green next to Speak Up. This will enable Speak Up to access the microphone. If it is already green, the next thing to check is the microphone sensitivity slider within Speak Up. Open Speak Up, tap on the Settings button (the cog icon in the top left) and check the microphone sensitivity slider isn't all the way to the right hand side. If neither of these fix the problem, please email us at support@sensoryapphouse.com and we'll see what else we can do. Thanks!

### 1/5 — Not finished

*2016-12-13*

App not finished yet

**Developer response:** Hi, we think the app is finished, but if you have any feature suggestions please feel free to email us: support@sensoryapphouse.com. If you require some help using the app, please see our website: https://www.sensoryapphouse.com/speak-up

### 4/5 — The settings button is key

*2014-12-22*

There is a settings button in the upper left hand corner where you can choose colors and set the microphone sensitivity to be low. This is good both as a simple cause and effect app for kids who are just learning to vocalize, and it's also good for teaching students to use a louder voice- or the opposite - a quieter voice. I would like to be able to fine tune he microphone sensitivity even more- on the some of the activities it would be more fun if the patterns registered more instead of hovering at the bottom of the page.  A good speech therapy tool to have. My students like their other sensory speak up app too because of the caterpillar they can make grow.

### 5/5 — Fun!

*2014-11-18*

Great way to get them talking!

### 3/5 — Has possibilities

*2014-10-05*

I figured out how to get colors, but the mic sensitivity setting is not clear. Text based directions would not go amiss.  I hope to figure it out as I think this might help both my student who persists in whispering and those groups that get too loud.

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2014-06-27*

This app didn't work for me either.

### 2/5 — Doesn't work

*2014-06-24*

I just downloaded this app and to my surprise it doesn't work. The app has access to the mic in my iPad, but the sound of my voice doesn't make the app work. There are colors that vanish leaving a dark screen or a white dot in the middle that doesn't  change at all.

### 2/5 — Not ready for release

*2014-04-08*

Buggy.  Crashes.  And everything is only in black and white!  My kiddos would love this, if only it were stable and it had some color.  I'll wait for the next release and hope.

### 2/5 — :(

*2014-01-08*

Trying to find apps to help my non-verbal son. This app was not really helpful.

### 1/5 — A good idea not well actualised

*2013-11-15, version 1.0*

There are no instructions, which wouldn't be a problem if the app was intuitive. Found out the image wasn't moving because I had to pretty much shout in the mike for the image to move.

So, would be a lot better if it reacted more to sound. Would also be good if you had the choice to have it react to touching the screen.

Anyway deleted it as soon as I worked out how to use it as you have to yell loudly before it works

## Frequently asked questions about Sensory Speak Up

### What is Sensory Speak Up used for?

Sensory Speak Up is designed to assist with speech therapy by encouraging children to vocalize and make sounds. It provides visual feedback that responds to the volume of their voice.

### How does Sensory Speak Up encourage vocalization?

The app uses a visually stimulating game-style interface where shapes and patterns grow larger in response to the loudness of the user's voice. This direct visual correlation motivates users to produce sounds.

### Can I customize the app's appearance?

Yes, you can set the colors of the display to your preference. Additionally, the sound threshold for visual response can be adjusted to suit individual needs.

### Does Sensory Speak Up work with external microphones?

Yes, Sensory Speak Up can be used with either the device's internal microphone or an external microphone, offering flexibility in how it's utilized.

### What age rating is Sensory Speak Up suitable for?

Sensory Speak Up has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and those who require speech therapy support.

### Is Sensory Speak Up available on multiple devices?

Yes, Sensory Speak Up is supported on iPhones, iPads, and iPods, allowing for broad accessibility across Apple devices.

### How often is Sensory Speak Up updated?

The app was last updated on January 28, 2021, with version 1.5.0. While not frequently updated recently, it remains a functional tool for its intended purpose.

### Does Sensory Speak Up have ads?

No, Sensory Speak Up does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted experience for users focused on speech therapy activities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.0 — 2021-01-28

Small updates

### 1.4.9 — 2019-02-05

Adjusted audio sensitivity for quiet voices.

### 1.4.7 — 2018-12-08

bug fix

### 1.4.5 — 2015-09-16

+ Minor bug fixes

### 1.4.0 — 2015-04-21

64-bit compatible.

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