# Text and Speech: AvidReader — Read & listen to files and web

> Read and listen to digital content with customizable text-to-speech and organization features. (iPhone/iPad app by Shy Dog Pte. Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-and-speech-avidreader/id6748742231 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shy Dog Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816369952)
- Category: Books, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 139 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-08-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-and-speech-avidreader/id6748742231/reviews.md

## What is Text and Speech?

Read, listen and save your favorite ebooks or web content with AvidReader. Importing is simple:  
- Import your ebooks and files (epub, pdf, txt, html) from your device or other apps
- Import web pages by sharing or copying a link, or use the built-in browser to browse the web without leaving AvidReader

Read comfortably:
- AvidReader automatically removes ads and clutter from web pages for a distraction-free reading experience.
- Adjust color, font, margin, and more
- Dark theme and dyslexia-friendly fonts available

Read aloud/Text-to-speech:
- Enjoy realistic and engaging audio renditions in 30+ languages created by state-of-the-art TTS models
- Choose from 20+ premium voices in English
- On-device audio generation allow you to listen offline while keeping your content private. No need to pre-download audio either!
- Adjust speed as you like

Collect and organize
- Save any web content you’d like to read later, such as news articles, recipes, web novels, etc.
- Download web pages to read anytime, anywhere
- Configure auto downloads to ensure your content is always available
- Create collections to organize your favorite content
- Automatically or manually update item status (reading, to read, or finished)
- Sync your files across devices AvidReader or iCloud.

Track your progress and stay motivated:
- Your reading progress is auto recorded
- Earn streaks by reading or listening for 2 minutes a day
- See your reading time stats and daily log from the home page

Your wellbeing is important
- AvidReader show the status bar when you’re reading, allowing you to keep track of time
- Enable break reminders and bedtime reminders
- Set a sleep timer in voiceover controls and drift off with relaxing narrations

Privacy
- Your files are never uploaded to our servers without your explicit consent
- The in-app browser does not collect any data from your browsing
- Add an extra layer of privacy by requiring biometrics to unlock the app
- AvidReader is ad-free and does not track you across websites.
- See our privacy policy at https://shydog.net/about/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Import ebooks and files (epub, pdf, txt, html)
- Import web pages via sharing or built-in browser
- Ad and clutter removal from web pages
- Customizable reading appearance (color, font, margin)
- Text-to-speech in 30+ languages with premium voices
- Offline audio generation for private listening
- Organize content into collections
- Track reading progress and stats

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AvidReader PRO - Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| AvidReader PRO - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-and-speech-avidreader/id6748742231/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t even work…

*2026-04-23*

Why is this an app? I’ve had it installed for months now and have been trying to get it to actually function since then. I just randomly keep remembering I have it installed, try to sign up…once again, and it just does not work. All it says is “something went wrong”.

## Frequently asked questions about Text and Speech

### What file formats does AvidReader support for import?

AvidReader supports importing ebooks and files in epub, pdf, txt, and html formats. You can import these directly from your device or other applications.

### Can I listen to content offline with AvidReader?

Yes, AvidReader offers on-device audio generation, allowing you to listen to content offline while keeping your data private. You do not need to pre-download audio files.

### How does AvidReader handle ads on web pages?

AvidReader automatically removes ads and clutter from web pages, providing a distraction-free reading experience. This feature enhances usability when browsing the web within the app.

### What are the subscription options for AvidReader PRO?

AvidReader PRO is available through a monthly subscription for $3.99 or a yearly subscription for $34.99. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### Does AvidReader have ads?

No, AvidReader is ad-free and does not track you across websites. This ensures a private and uninterrupted reading experience for all users.

### What languages and voices are available for text-to-speech?

AvidReader provides realistic audio renditions in over 30 languages, created by state-of-the-art TTS models. It also offers more than 20 premium voices specifically for English.

### How can I organize my content in AvidReader?

You can save web content and ebooks to read later, and organize them into custom collections. The app also allows you to update item status (reading, to read, or finished) manually or automatically.

### What devices is AvidReader compatible with?

AvidReader is compatible with iPhones and iPads. It also supports syncing your files across devices using AvidReader or iCloud.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2025-08-18

All fonts installed in your system can now be used in AvidReader!

### 1.0.1 — 2025-08-12

Voiceover now supports PDFs!

### 1.0.0 — 2025-08-07

No release notes.

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