# Text to Speech - — Natural Voices Speak TTS

> Converts text to human-quality speech in multiple languages. (iPhone/iPad app by Text to Speech.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-to-speech/id322329515 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Text to Speech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1476754349)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 256 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-07-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-03
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-to-speech/id322329515/reviews.md

## What is Text to Speech?

***Best Text to Speech App***
*Millions of Downloads
*All Major Languages
*Unlimited Usage
*Save Frequent Phrases

Please leave reviews with feature requests.

Instructions:
Type in or copy and paste text and listen with human quality text to speech. Simply enter any text and tap speak to instantly speak the words aloud.    

Payment and Subscription Information:
• You can optionally subscribe for unlimited access to all voices and features of this app
• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Subscription automatically renews weekly unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription
• Visit our Terms of Use at https://texttospeech.me/terms and Privacy Policy at: https://texttospeech.me/privacy

## Key features

- Human-quality text to speech
- Supports all major languages
- Unlimited usage
- Save frequent phrases
- Copy and paste text input

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited | $4.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US English Male Voice | $14.99 | one-time |
| UK English Male Voice | $14.99 | one-time |
| Mexican Spanish Female Voice | $14.99 | one-time |
| All Voices | $39.99 | one-time |
| Export Audio | $29.99 | one-time |
| Obama Voice | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bush Voice | $14.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Text to Speech?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth and natural-sounding voices
- 👍 Helpful for users with speech difficulties
- 💡 Ability to switch between different voice accents
- 🚀 Efficient text-to-speech conversion

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes frequently
- 🔒 Subscription model is misleading and expensive
- 🔒 In-app purchases are too easy to accidentally trigger
- 🔋 Requires internet connection to function properly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Saved audio clips often do not play back correctly
- Keyboard covers app buttons, making it difficult to use
- Inconsistent performance after recent updates

**Most requested features**

- Add a 'clear text' or 'delete' button
- Increase text input character limit
- Allow offline use of purchased voices
- Provide more free voice options, especially male voices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 256)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-to-speech/id322329515/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ??

*2026-06-07, version 2.0.3*

I can’t even hear anything at all once I put the text in.

### 1/5 — Cool guy

*2025-12-05, version 2.0.3*

This app is bs

### 1/5 — It’s terrible it was my first time using it and said I used it before

*2024-09-08, version 2.0.3*

It’s terrible it was my first time using this app and it said I used it before when I never had it don’t get this app I promise u

### 5/5 — No Delete Button?

*2023-11-10, version 2.0.3*

So I Downloaded The App. But Whenever I Want To Delete My Text-To-Speech Docs, It Won’t Let Me! I Don’t Know What’s Going On, But… It’s Pretty Wierd!

### 3/5 — Can you add a feature where you can delete text docs? Thx

*2023-09-07, version 2.0.3*

Can you add a feature where you can delete text docs? Thx

### 1/5 — Silence

*2022-11-21, version 2.0.3*

It just don’t work

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2022-10-09, version 2.0.3*

App closes on itself after loading pdf

### 3/5 — Was working well…

*2022-08-06, version 2.0.3*

Until last iOS update (15.6) I used it for a few weeks no problem was working fine… and now it won’t even open. I guess it needs an serious update.

### 5/5 — Great app for someone with speech difficulties

*2022-05-27, version 2.0.3*

Thank you so much I am so happy I found this app. It really has allowed me to find my voice, which because of this app can range from American or French or Australian. Please any one with difficulty speaking please try this app.

### 5/5 — Like this app!!!

*2022-05-16, version 2.0.2*

Can we appreciate how easy this app is to use. Being able to use the pdf reading option has saved me so much time, not to mention you can switch up the voice if you prefer a different speaker.

## Frequently asked questions about Text to Speech

### What does this text to speech app do?

This app converts typed or pasted text into spoken words using natural, human-quality voices. It supports a wide range of major languages and allows for unlimited usage. You can also save frequently used phrases for quick access.

### How can I use the app?

Simply type or copy and paste your desired text into the app and tap the speak button. The app will then read the text aloud. You can also save phrases you use often for faster access in the future.

### Is the app free to use?

The app offers a free version with core functionality. For unlimited access to all voices and features, an optional subscription is available. Payment is handled through your iTunes account.

### What languages are supported?

The application supports all major languages, allowing you to convert text to speech in a variety of linguistic options. Specific language availability may be further detailed within the app's settings or subscription details.

### How do I manage my subscription?

Subscriptions can be managed by the user through their device's Account Settings after purchase. Auto-renewal can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period to prevent automatic renewal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2022-05-21

Bug fixes

### 2.0.2 — 2022-05-06

Bug fixes

### 2.0.1 — 2022-03-03

Bug fixes

### 2.0.0 — 2022-03-02

Added PDF Support, Image Support, and Webpage Support.

### 1.6.0 — 2020-11-09

bug fixes

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