Comparison

Grid for iPad vs Talkido

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Grid for iPad

This app provides a comprehensive Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for individuals with diverse communication needs. It offers flexible tools, evidence-based resources, and customizable features that adapt as users' needs evolve.

Highlights
  • Evidence-based AAC resources
  • Online community grid sets
  • In-app and remote editing
  • AI-powered design tools
  • Multiple symbol libraries
  • Multilingual support
  • Pre-built communication resources
Features
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Grid for iPad is a complete Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution designed for people of all ages and communication needs. It offers a range of resources, flexible communication tools, and options that can be adapted over time. Try it FREE for 30 days - voices included! Key features: ► A range of included content for people who need symbol or text based AAC, including Super Core, Voco Chat, and Text Talker ► Suitable for use with touch access or switches. ► Evidence-based symbol AAC vocabularies, created by experienced speech and language therapists and education professionals, with a focus on vocabulary for communicating within everyday routines and activities. ► Includes SymbolStix, PCS and Widgit symbols – choose the symbol library that is most suitable, to match the symbols already being used in the environment, or to support transition from other AAC systems. ► Voices and grid sets for over 20 languages to support communication in a range of languages. Ideal for multilingual families or classrooms. Why families and professionals choose Grid for iPad for children and adults with communication difficulties: ► In-app editing – Fast, intuitive editing makes it easy to add new words, personalise vocabulary, and adapt layouts to the needs of the individual. ► Remote Editing – SLTs, teachers and families can edit any time, without needing the device in their hands. ► Powerful voice technology – Choose from a range of voices, including the latest AI powered multilingual voices from ElevenLabs, or for those who are able to, record your own voice messages. ► AI Powered Tools - Make use of optional tools to correct typing errors, or support the user to change the tone or wording of their message. ► Talk to your Smart Speaker – Use Grid for iPad to speak instructions to smart home devices, request music, hear the latest news and weather, play games and ask questions. ► Online Grids – Do even more with Grid for iPad by searching and downloading FREE ready-made grid sets created by clinicians, educators, and the Grid community. What’s included: ► Super Core - Evidence-based core vocabulary focused on communication within everyday routines and activities. Designed for supporting AAC learners from single words to building full sentences. Available in 30‑cell and 50‑cell sizes, with simpler 12 and 20 cell learning grids for those just starting out. ►Voco Chat – Designed to enable users to communicate for a wide range of reasons, with supported message pathways and carefully chosen vocabulary, for fast and efficient symbol communication. ► Alpha Core - Offers a range of text-based layouts to support the communication of people with changing physical abilities, with quick access to predictive text and common phrases, alongside a keyboard of your choice. ► Text Talker - Enabling people to say what they want to say in the moment, or prepare and save messages in advance for faster conversations. ►Aphasia Duo - Designed specifically for people with aphasia and their communication partners to support participation in everyday life, including a range of word-finding and conversational supports, and whiteboard for writing and drawing. ► PODD (in-app purchase) - Created by Australian Speech Pathologist Gayle Porter, PODD organises language according to the reason for communication, designed to support spontaneous communication in any situation. ► And MUCH more - Grid for iPad also includes a range of interactive learning activities (just try Dilbert the Dog!), animated communication from Symoji, and educational resources. Simple, flexible pricing: Grid for iPad is available through a monthly subscription with a 30-day FREE trial or as a one-off purchase. You can cancel your subscription at any time. Contact our tech support experts any time at support@thinksmartbox.com For more details on our evidence-based vocabularies, visit the Smartbox Hub.

About

Talkido

This app facilitates language development for children through a screen-free, interactive audio device. It allows families and therapists to record custom voices for everyday objects and flashcards, turning them into engaging learning tools for communication and play.

Highlights
  • Record custom audio for objects and cards
  • Play-based learning games
  • Therapist-approved for speech and ABA
  • Smart progress tracking
  • Screen-free, hands-on interaction
  • Supports bilingual learning
Features
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Talkido is a screen-free, personalized language learning tool that turns everyday objects into talking, teaching moments. Designed for children with speech delays, autism, or other developmental differences, Talkido combines the power of human voice and tactile play to support meaningful communication at home or in therapy. At the heart of Talkido is Talkido Mio — a screen-free audio game console that brings objects and flashcards to life. Children simply tap a tagged item or card to the device, and it speaks back using custom voice recordings prepared by families or therapists. It’s hands-on, engaging, and designed for how children naturally learn. Like a game console, but for language and communication: Record Your Own Voice – Easily assign audio to cards, objects, toys, and books. Play-Based Interaction – Turn learning into games: matching, memory, question-answer formats and more. Therapist-Approved – Designed for SLP and ABA sessions, functional communication goals, and IEP support. Smart Progress Tracking – Track response time, accuracy, and activity logs from the app. No Screens, Just Real Play – Reduce distractions, encourage shared attention, and build independence. Supports Bilingual Learning – Perfect for dual-language homes and multicultural classrooms. From classrooms to coffee tables. Talkido grows with your child. Empower your child to express needs, thoughts, and emotions — through fun, voice-driven play. Download the app. Power up your Talkido Mio. Let the learning begin. Real voices. Real progress. Real connection. For support or feedback, feel free to reach us at wecare@talkido.co — we’d love to hear from you! Terms of Use: https://talkido.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://talkido.com/pdpp/

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Verdict

The call

Grid for iPad and Talkido both sit at 3.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Talkido's written reviews are positive against 50% of Grid for iPad's. Talkido also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Grid for iPad's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Grid for iPad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month and Talkido sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.95 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.6 for Grid for iPad against 3.7 for Talkido. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grid for iPad has 18 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Grid for iPad's written reviews are positive against 73% of Talkido's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Grid for iPad versus Talkido: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrid for iPadTalkido
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (18 ratings)3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews72.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings18 — better3
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size1.4 GB153 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmartbox Assistive TechnologyMENTAL SEGMENT ELEKTRONIK BILISIM YAYINCILIK OZEL EGITIM OYUNCULUK SAN VE TIC LTD STI

Customer experience

Grid for iPad

All ratings18 ratings
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Talkido

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Grid for iPad

Subscriptions1
  • Grid for iPad Subscription1 Month trial$10.991 Month
One-time3
  • Metacom Symbol Library$49.99
  • PODD for Grid (English)$99.00
  • Grid for iPad full licence$299.99
4 purchases

Talkido

Subscriptions4
  • Talkido Premium1 Month trial$19.951 Month
  • Talkido Premium$19.951 Month
  • Talkido Premium1 Month trial$99.001 Year
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  • Talkido Premium$99.001 Year

Questions

Is Grid for iPad free?
Grid for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Talkido free?
Talkido is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Grid for iPad or Talkido?
Talkido is rated higher. Grid for iPad averages 3.6 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Talkido averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Grid for iPad or Talkido have ads?
Neither Grid for iPad nor Talkido shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Grid for iPad or Talkido?
Grid for iPad ships an update fortnightly, and Talkido fortnightly. Most recently, Grid for iPad was updated on October 24, 2026 and Talkido on October 29, 2026.

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