# TouchChat HD - AAC — Full-Featured AAC Solution > Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app for individuals with speech difficulties. (iPhone/iPad app by Prentke Romich Company.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchchat-hd-aac/id398860728 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Prentke Romich Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/474446992) - Category: Education, Medical - Price: $149.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.90/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 2.2 GB - Languages: Hebrew, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified, China), American English, European Spanish, Arabic - Released: 2010-12-23 - Data updated: 2026-08-25 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchchat-hd-aac/id398860728/reviews.md ## What is TouchChat HD? TouchChat is a full-featured Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for individuals who have difficulty using their natural voice. TouchChat is designed for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, ALS, apraxia, stroke, or other conditions that affect a person's ability to use natural speech. TouchChat gives an individual the ability to choose a vocabulary file which consists of pages and buttons that contain words, phrases, sentences, and other functions. Messages are spoken with a built-in voice synthesizer or by playing a recorded message. Various synthesized and custom voice options are available, allowing the user to choose a voice that fits their own personality. Various vocabulary files are included. Visit our website for a full list of options. The Upgrade Store provides additional in-app purchases, including the WordPower® series of AAC vocabularies designed by Nancy Inman. WordPower is a word-based vocabulary that allows for easy and intuitive communication and is available in English, Spanish, French, and Mandarin. The Upgrade Store also provides English vocabularies files (Gateway©, Pixon®60 and Talk About AAC), services, and symbol libraries. Vocabulary files within TouchChat are fully customizable, including pages, grid layout, buttons, messages, and symbols. Select from over 45 button actions and nearly 40,000 Symbolstix® symbols* when creating new buttons. You can also choose to use an existing image or take a photo with the built-in camera. Additionally, gestures can be used to navigate to new pages, speak messages, etc. *Please note: PCS© symbols can only be used in TouchChat after an in-app purchase is completed. Button activation timing can be adjusted to meet the needs and capabilities of the user. Adjustments include button dwell time and button release time. Buttons can also be configured to activate on release. Additional access methods such as scanning, head tracking, and eye tracking may be available based on device model and may require an additional hardware purchase. Text generated with TouchChat can be shared on social media or via iMessage® and email using a wireless connection. Generate a message, push on the text window, and choose a service. Additionally, text can be copied to/from TouchChat and other applications so it can be spoken out loud. Once programming is complete, vocabulary files can be imported and exported through AirDrop, email, iTunes® file sharing, DropBox™ or Google Drive™. TouchChat also enables users to subscribe to iShare and store custom files for safe keeping (not available to customers residing in the European Union). iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. By downloading and using the TouchChat app, the purchaser accepts the PRC-Saltillo TouchChat Software License Terms. The Manufacturer of the iOS application – TouchChat is: Prentke Romich Company dba PRC-Saltillo 1022 Heyl Rd Wooster, OH 44691 USA Tel.: (330) 262-1984 // (800) 262-1984 Fax: (330) 262-4829 Email: info@aacapps.com Web: www.prc-saltillo.com The EU Authorized European Representative for the iOS application – TouchChat is: Prentke Romich GmbH Karthäuserstr. 3 D-34117 Kassel Germany Tel.: (05 61) 7 85 59-0 Fax: (05 61) 7 85 59-29 Email: info@prentke-romich.de Web : www.prentke-romich.de The UK Responsible Person for the iOS application – TouchChat is: Liberator Ltd Glenside Business Park West Pinchbeck, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 3SA UK Tel: +44 (0)1733 370470 Email: info@liberator.co.uk Web: www.liberator.co.uk/ The Swiss Authorized Representative for the iOS application – TouchChat is: Inspera GmbH Thunstrasse 64 | CH-3110 Münsingen Phone +41 31 819 74 60 | Mobile +41 79 435 53 09 mail@inspera.ch | www.inspera.ch ## Key features - Customizable vocabulary files - Built-in voice synthesizer - Multiple synthesized and custom voice options - Adjustable button activation timing - Support for scanning, head tracking, and eye tracking - Text sharing via social media, email, and iMessage - Import/export vocabulary files ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $149.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | WordPower Vocabulary | $149.99 | one-time | | Talk-About Vocabulary | $44.99 | one-time | | Hebrew Language Pack | $149.99 | one-time | | Gateway© Vocabulary | $149.99 | one-time | | Pixon® for TouchChat | $79.99 | one-time | | Unique Learning System | $59.99 | one-time | | News-2-You and Unique Service | $99.99 | one-time | | iShare Individual 1-Year 2GB Subscription | $59.99 | one-time | | iShare Team 1-Year 30GB Subscription | $239.99 | one-time | | PCS Symbol Library | $49.99 | one-time | | Enable Acapela French Voices | $11.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 14) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchchat-hd-aac/id398860728/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Eye gaze *2019-10-28* This app works with eye gaze technology that comes with iPad Pro. It’s made a big difference to my son, 16, who has autism, apraxia and is non-verbal. The combination of touch screen and eye gaze makes it much easier for him to communicate with us. I’m yet to explore all the features and personalise it for him but even just using the basics is good. ### 5/5 — Please add iPadOS voices! *2019-10-17* Hi My name is Ian, I have CP. can you please add iPadOS voices! I been using Will for a long time,now I wanna use the Siri us voice. If you can, please do it! Thanks! **Developer response:** Hi Ian. Thanks for reaching out. We do actually have those Siri voices available within the app, The problem is that they aren't labeled Siri when we pull them into the app. If there is a particular Siri voice you like, we can try to figure out what it's called in the app. ### 2/5 — This company *2016-07-28* Is unsupportive The program is expensive They offer paid only for chat and won't tell you one thing even the smallest question unless you pay Seems mean considering it's a program for disabled ### 1/5 — Terrible app. Get Speak for Yourself or Proloquo2go *2016-05-10* TouchChat is an awful app. Proloquo2go and Speak for Yourself are both much better. None of the TouchChat vocabularies that come with this app are any good. They're based on outmoded low expectations of nonverbal people and they don't support language development. In addition, editing is really cumbersome in TouchChat. Speak for Yourself and Proloquo2go both come with good vocabularies out of the box. They are also much easier to edit and back up. Don't waste your time and money on TouchChat. ### 4/5 — Great app *2014-11-28* Love this app. Very functional and usable. I would recommend this app as a communication tool, however it freezes and needs to be shut down and rebooted every hour or so, this is very frustrating for the child! Would love it if there was an option to have the sentence spoken as a whole in the users recorded voice instead of the robot/automated voice. ### 2/5 — Good app / terrible policy *2013-12-24* We use this app on our daughters iPad, it works pretty well. I wanted to add the app to my phone for a more mobile option and the company wants another $300 for the iPhone app... What a joke! I can't recommend this app - use ProLo, at least their app works on both iPad and iPhone and they don't try to charge you twice. I gave the company the opportunity to make it right and their support and answers were a joke, they tried to blame Apple. In the very least, if you purchased the $300 iPad app, they should offer a credit for the same iPhone app. ### 5/5 — Touchchat *2013-09-18* This is one well thought off and planned app...with language development in mind it provides lots of built in vocabularies to fit different types/ ages of AAC users. We have been using it for over a year for my son and it has positively improved his life and that of ours too! Best of all they have amazing technical support ! Every time i have a problem or a glitch i send them a msg on facebook ( they have a FB page) and they are prompt to offer help and advice! ### 1/5 — Not worth the money *2013-06-04* Disappointed with this purchase as it only works on the iPad. For the price there are better apps out there that only cost a little more that are compatable across mutiple devices and have way better reviews. Also the lack of the picture in addition to the word going up into the sentence strip is a major drawback. When I did deal with Customer Service they were less than helpful. ### 5/5 — Great Program for Customizing *2012-08-13* This program is so easy and flexible to fully customize. It is an awesome program to develop a new vocab. The word organizations on the market are not good and I am really greatful for a program where I can build and customize my own so well. Developing new customizable vocabs would be a real boon to the AAC market--especially for those who have outgrown devices that are really just a series of choice boards but who don't have full literacy or grammar yet. The upgrades have improved the program, but it still crashes unexpectedly while in use on occasion. ### 4/5 — Good alternative to Proloquo2Go. For now... *2012-04-29* I've had TouchChat since it's initial release. It has DEFINITELY gotten more solid as time has gone by and it is finally stable enough where I would feel comfortable recommending it. Still, I can't help feel like something is missing and, at the end of the day, I recommend P2Go nine out of ten times. The Pros: - Extremely customizable - can change individual background cells, assign actions to buttons, modify font (size, color, placement), put buttons wherever you want - Modest price point (cheaper than Proloquo2Go and Speak4Yourself) - Made by a reputable company who has a long history of making AAC devices. - Has fixed a LOT of bugs in recent versions and now, finally, appears stable. - Comes with several pre-done vocab sets (although, truth be told, I always start from scratch anyway, so having vocab sets included doesn't mean a whole lot to me…) The Cons: - Quality of the SymbolStix icons is bafflingly bad! Especially compared to Proloquo2Go, the SymbolStix simply don't look great in any version of TouchChat - Having to purchase separate versions for iPad and iPod (unless you want to scale up the iPod version) is unfortunate, especially when many families have both iPods and iPads. - SO many options to customize may turn people off. - Addition of WordPower vocab doubles the price of the app. it's worth noting that one of TouchChat's greatest advantages over Proloquo2Go (it's ability to be customized) will be neutralized once Proloquo2Go 2.0 comes out. At that time, one of the most convincing reasons to select TouchChat will now be eliminated. ## Frequently asked questions about TouchChat HD ### What is TouchChat HD - AAC? TouchChat HD - AAC is a full-featured Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution designed for individuals who have difficulty using their natural voice. It provides customizable vocabulary files and voice output to aid communication. ### Who is TouchChat HD - AAC for? This app is designed for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, ALS, apraxia, stroke, or other conditions that affect a person's ability to use natural speech. It aims to help them communicate effectively. ### Does TouchChat HD - AAC have ads? No, TouchChat HD - AAC does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application focused on providing a dedicated communication experience without interruptions. ### What are the pricing details for TouchChat HD - AAC? TouchChat HD - AAC is available for a one-time purchase price of $149.99. There are also additional in-app purchases available for specialized vocabulary files and symbol libraries. ### Can I customize the vocabulary in TouchChat HD - AAC? Yes, vocabulary files within TouchChat HD - AAC are fully customizable. You can adjust pages, grid layouts, buttons, messages, and symbols, selecting from a wide range of actions and symbols. ### What devices support TouchChat HD - AAC? TouchChat HD - AAC is supported on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to leverage the capabilities of these Apple mobile platforms. ### How often is TouchChat HD - AAC updated? The latest version of TouchChat HD - AAC is 2026.1.0, which was last updated on February 11, 2026. Updates typically include new features, improvements, and bug fixes. ### What is the age rating for TouchChat HD - AAC? TouchChat HD - AAC has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 4 and above, making it accessible for a wide range of individuals. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2026.2.0 — 2026-05-27 It’s not enough to be up to date, we are always working toward tomorrow. New in this release: New feature: Create a custom page from a word list ### 2026.1.2 — 2026-04-08 Bug fix for hide/show mode. ### 2026.1.1 — 2026-04-02 It’s not enough to be up to date, we are always working toward tomorrow. New in this release: Improved performance issues Fixed the following issues: Words repeating in the speech display bar "Dot" spoken in an empty speech display bar Word Finder not finding words with apostrophes Voice changing mid-sentence ### 2026.1.0 — 2026-02-11 It’s not enough to be up to date, we are always working toward tomorrow. New in this release: Added vocabulary files for various English regions (UK, AU, CA) Added code switching in speech display bar: Use any combination of voices to speak each language Added AI features to support message editing (AI Message Edit), translation (AI Translate), and new symbol creation (AI Image Generation) Added third party switch compatibility ### 2025.5.1 — 2025-12-10 It’s not enough to be up to date, we are always working toward tomorrow. 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