# Speech Pacesetter — Improve Speech Rate & Clarity > Speech therapy app for improving speech rate and clarity with visual pacing cues. (iPhone/iPad app by Aptus Speech and Language Therapy Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-pacesetter/id590815446 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Aptus Speech and Language Therapy Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1482673468) - Category: Medical, Education - Price: $17.99 - Rating: 4.30/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 83 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-01-08 - Data updated: 2026-08-29 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-pacesetter/id590815446/reviews.md ## What is Speech Pacesetter? Make measurable progress on articulation and speech rate goals using Speech Pacesetter. - Designed specifically for people who have unclear articulation and a fast rate of speech due to stroke, brain injury, acquired stuttering, Parkinson’s Disease or other neurological condition - Suitable for older children who have unclear articulation or who stutter - Allows the user to choose a text and pace their rate of speech with the help of a speed-adjustable visual cue - Highlights each syllable or each word. The user reads each syllable or word aloud as the visual cue appears. ADDITIONAL FEATURES The simple, effective and easy-to-use interface also allows the user avail of the following features: - Built-in library of phonemically-balanced reading passages (The Rainbow Passage, The Grandfather Passage etc) - Built-in short stories, poems and tongue twisters - The option to create and save a library of custom reading passages - Adjustable font size and pause duration on punctuation - Optional metronome sound cue - A choice of different colored backgrounds TESTIMONIALS "This affordable app brings a novel way of carrying out pacing therapy for adult speech and language therapists." – Mike Richards, SLT, UK "I've had wonderful success using this app with a lady who has dysarthria due to a stroke." - Carol Winters, SLP "Speech Pacesetter is one of my most used therapy apps! I use it with clients who have a fast speaking rate or slurred speech. I've had amazing results using this app." - Anna Wilson, SLP A UNIQUE WAY TO PACE SPEECH Speech Pacesetter provides a unique way to pace speech and improve speech clarity. See for yourself how effective visual cues can be! ## Key features - Adjustable visual pacing cue - Speed-adjustable visual cue - Syllable or word highlighting - Built-in reading passages - Customizable reading passages - Adjustable font size and pause duration ## Recent user reviews (10 of 13) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-pacesetter/id590815446/reviews.md ### 4/5 — No metronome *2025-10-02* Hello devs, I’ve noticed that the app says it supports an “audio ticker “ but I have yet to get it to work. Please address this asap! Otherwise, it’s an excellent app! Thanks! **Developer response:** Hello, thank you for getting in touch. Could you email lorraine@aptus-slt.com and we'd be happy to help with this? Thank you ### 1/5 — No directions and no clear operating usage *2025-04-19* This app opens with zero directions or instructions. It’s not user friendly and I can’t get it to work. Money wasted. **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback, and I’m sorry you’re having trouble with the app. There is an info screen with instructions. We’d be happy to help you get everything working — please reach out to us through support. We appreciate you letting us know. ### 2/5 — Overpriced and underwhelming *2020-08-18* I purchased this app cause for $15 I was expecting a easy to use pace training app. In reality, this app has very minimal functionality beyond highlighting words at a certain pace. The exercise is helpful but certainly not worth $15 **Developer response:** Thank you for your review. Speech Pacesetter helps the user to slow their rate of speech by highlighting each word or syllable at an adjustable speech. It has a collection of poems and stories and it also allows you to add and save your own texts. I'm glad you find the exercise helpful and I'm sorry you don't feel it is worth the current pricing. If there is anything in particular you feel would be of additional benefit in the app, please do let us know. Please email lorraine@aptus-slt.com. Many thanks. ### 3/5 — Update has caused glitches *2020-01-05* Since the new update, I am unable to highlight individual syllables using my own texts. Before the update I was able to, but now it randomly highlights text and doesn’t work as intended. Please fix this!! It was such a good app before. **Developer response:** Hello, apologies for the late reply. We've updated the app since January and it does now highlight each syllable in the user's own texts. Please let us know if you are still having issues. You can contact us via email lorraine@aptus-slt.com Best Wishes. ### 2/5 — Not able to paste new reading passages or save *2019-04-03* Cannot cut and paste new passages on Pasteboard. Would also like to save for future reading aloud. I tried from internet articles and iPad Notes app. So it’s only good for the 4-5 passages already supplied. **Developer response:** Hi Norine, sorry to hear that you had trouble pasting text. Could you please email lorraine@aptus-slt.com and we will help resolve the issue for you. Many thanks. ### 3/5 — Great but... *2017-07-12* I cannot hear the sound on this application I could at first but now I can't despite uninstalling and reinstalling **Developer response:** Hello, Speech Pacesetter does play a metronome sound. Is that what you are referring to? The app doesn't read text aloud although you can get it to do so using Speak Selection (which is an in-built accessibility feature on iPad). If you are having trouble with the metronome sound, please email lorraine@aptus-slt.com and we will try to rectify the issue for you. We will just need details of the device you are using and the version of iOS. Many thanks. ### 4/5 — Stroke *2017-05-31* I like this app very much, it has helped quite a lot with my speech still does... but you need to upgrade for future versions of iOS to improve its compatibility please do if you are able...... **Developer response:** Thank you for your review. We are very pleased that you like the app. We will be updating the app for future versions of iOS. ### 3/5 — App serves a purpose *2017-03-03* For it's main purpose, the app works and it's great for me to help with my speech, but the price tag is INCREDIBLY expensive for what it does and needs more built in passages than just those listed and a place to paste a custom passage in. Design could use an overhaul and it sometimes is a tad buggy. **Developer response:** Thank you for your review. There is a Pasteboard which allows the user to paste in their own text. We will also be updating the app with new features. ### 3/5 — Good but room for improvement! *2016-10-04* It's a good app, that helps the client slow down. It would be good if the paste section actually worked, and the client could paste text that is more interesting! **Developer response:** Hi Sinead, sorry to hear that you had trouble pasting text. Please email lorraine@aptus-slt.com and we will help you resolve this issue. ### 4/5 — Worthwhile *2015-06-10* Definitely slows speech down, texts not that interesting but they have the required components to help users **Developer response:** Hi Ray, thank you for your comment. We've updated Speech Pacesetter and it now has lots of in-built poems and stories. You can even add your own texts. We hope you like the updated version. ## Frequently asked questions about Speech Pacesetter ### What is Speech Pacesetter used for? Speech Pacesetter is designed to help users improve their speech rate and clarity. It uses adjustable visual cues to guide users through reading passages, aiding in articulation and pacing. ### Who can benefit from using Speech Pacesetter? The app is suitable for individuals with unclear articulation or fast speech rates due to conditions like stroke, brain injury, Parkinson's Disease, or acquired stuttering. It's also helpful for older children with articulation issues or stuttering. ### Does Speech Pacesetter have ads? No, Speech Pacesetter does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application focused on providing a focused therapy experience without interruptions. ### What reading materials are available in Speech Pacesetter? Speech Pacesetter includes a built-in library of phonemically-balanced passages like The Rainbow Passage and The Grandfather Passage, as well as short stories, poems, and tongue twisters. Users can also create and save their own custom reading passages. ### How much does Speech Pacesetter cost? Speech Pacesetter is a paid application priced at $17.99. This one-time purchase provides access to all its features for speech therapy. ### On which devices can I use Speech Pacesetter? Speech Pacesetter is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to be compatible with Apple's mobile operating systems. ### How often is Speech Pacesetter updated? The latest version of Speech Pacesetter is 4.1, which was last updated on June 7, 2020. Users can expect updates to improve functionality and compatibility over time. ### What is the user sentiment towards Speech Pacesetter? Based on available data, Speech Pacesetter has a rating of 4.2 stars from 25 ratings. Testimonials from speech-language pathologists highlight its effectiveness and affordability for therapy. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.1 — 2020-06-07 Minor changes to user interface ### 4.0 — 2020-05-10 The addition of more in-built classic poems, children's poems, tongue twisters and stories ### 3.2 — 2019-12-19 Minor bug fixes ### 3.1 — 2019-11-27 Minor Bug Fixes ### 3.0 — 2019-11-19 - A brand new look - A selection of in-built reading passages - The option to create a library of custom reading passages ## Apps similar to Speech Pacesetter | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Speak Up For Parkinson's](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speak-up-for-parkinsons/id784117908) | 2.7 (3) | Free | Medical | | [Spaced Retrieval Therapy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaced-retrieval-therapy/id498787795) | 4.7 (32) | $9.99 | Medical | | [Naming Therapy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naming-therapy/id451093640) | 4.7 (370) | $29.99 | Medical | | [Advanced Writing Therapy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/advanced-writing-therapy/id1428252435) | 4.6 (56) | $29.99 | Medical | | [Number Therapy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-therapy/id992597633) | 4.7 (266) | $29.99 | Medical | | [Advanced Reading Therapy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/advanced-reading-therapy/id1245783029) | 4.8 (61) | $29.99 | Medical | ## More apps by Aptus Speech and Language Therapy Limited - [Conversation Paceboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/conversation-paceboard/id613335477) - [Turtle Pacing Board](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/turtle-pacing-board/id690165838) - [Keyword Understanding](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyword-understanding/id816979055) - [Verb Toolbox](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verb-toolbox/id1006451243) - [Inference Pics](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inference-pics/id1270407967) All apps by Aptus Speech and Language Therapy Limited: https://appshunter.io/developer/1482673468 ## Related topics [speech pacesetter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/speech-pacesetter) · [speech pathology language](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/speech-pathology-language) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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