Comparison

Notetalker EDU vs Dyslexia Reader by MDA

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

Head to head
About

Notetalker EDU

Features
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Notetalker EDU is a free version of the Notetalker App by Conversor. Notetalker is a high quality recording App designed for students in schools, colleges and Universities and anyone who wants to record meetings or conference proceedings. It has unlimited bookmarks enabling the user to record and then scroll between bookmarks during playback for easier note-taking recall. You can also take photographs during the lecture or meeting and export these with the associated audio and bookmark files. “A very useful app; that can enable a student to concentrate on a teacher lecturing, without being distracted by taking notes, whilst listening.”-Educational App store NotetalkerEDU version allows user to record unlimited time frame audio, add images and Bookmarks User can export files using Dropbox, iCloud, OneDrive or NTE by obtaining a code from their University or College, or through the DSA Assistive Technology Service Providers in the UK.

About

Dyslexia Reader by MDA

This app uses OCR technology to convert printed text into a readable format, aiding children with dyslexia. It offers features like finger-tracking, multiple reading views, and hints to support independent reading and comprehension.

Highlights
  • OCR text capture
  • Finger-tracking word guidance
  • Multiple reader views (page, sentence, word)
  • Distraction-free modes
  • Reading hints and comprehension tools
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Dyslexia Reader by MDA provides evidence-based support and hints enabling children with dyslexia to read independently. This app uses the OCR technology to translate the text captured as a picture into a readable format and can be used to read any printed material – storybooks, textbooks, and newspapers. A clean, distraction-free interface packed with rich features makes the app an essential tool that can be used in tandem with other strategies for dyslexia. Try Dyslexia Reader by MDA free for 14 days & choose from our affordable subscription plans to continue using all of its exciting features. Why use Dyslexia Reader by MDA? + Use books you already have Use any age-appropriate books you have from your child’s school syllabus. You do not need any special PDFs or web resources and can add a page by simply capturing an image with text in it. Several pages can also be added at the same time. + Enables finger-reading The pencil icon on the reading page can be dragged with the help of a finger. With this, the child can track the words they are reading.This also lowers convergence difficulties while aiding hand-eye coordination. A red underline is used to mark the words already read to avoid rereading the same. An indicator shows the next word to be read. The pointer can be easily re-positioned by double-tapping the new word. + Promotes stress-free reading Multiple reader view gives the child the option to read only one part of the text at a time. There are three different reader views on the app. - Page view shows the entire page - Sentence view shows only one sentence at a time - Word view shows just one word + Promotes distraction-free reading Multiple features create a distraction-free reading experience for the child - Use Plain-text mode to remove background images to show only bare text - The Focus button highlights a single line on the page which contains the current word to read. This maintains the child's visual focus on the highlighted word, and helps avoid visual over stimulation. This feature works in both text and photo mode. + Hints to encourage reading When the child finds it difficult to read a particular word, they can tap the Hint button. This ensures that the child is not discouraged by a new or seemingly difficult word. Additionally, the use of Hints will also stimulate phonemic and conceptual understanding. A variety of Hints available on the app are - - Rhyming words and images - Word family hints - Hints for starting, middle and end blends + Build comprehension skills The Build feature helps in parsing the sentences in the text and focusing on the smaller syntactic units. When building, the app shows the text, one sentence at a time. Tapping the “Build more” button gradually builds up the sentence. This enables children to comprehend the text more effectively. + Key features - No active internet connection required after download - Import a PDF document quickly to your library - Share your already-reviewed pages with other MDA Dyslexia Reader users - Easily customize settings - Seamless keyboard integration for reviewing - User-friendly buttons for simple understanding - Prompt support on mail and chat - Real-life text analysis - High-quality text-to-speech feature - Screen-masking to aid focusing - Synchronized highlighting of text - Hints available as rhyming words and images - Colored overlays to assist readers with Irlen Syndrome - Breaking down words into syllables - Word families based on syllables - Configurable speed and progress - Independent and assisted user flows - Download exciting books from within the app Dyslexia Reader by MDA is developed by Madras Dyslexia Association. It is based on 20+ years of research carried out by the reputed Madras Dyslexia Association. We're always excited to hear from you! If you have any query or feedback, please email us at support@samartya.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Notetalker EDU4 screens
Dyslexia Reader by MDA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Notetalker EDU at monthly against Dyslexia Reader by MDA's every 3 months. Notetalker EDU also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Notetalker EDU sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Dyslexia Reader by MDA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notetalker EDU ships an update monthly, Dyslexia Reader by MDA every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Notetalker EDU versus Dyslexia Reader by MDA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotetalker EDUDyslexia Reader by MDA
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.5 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB203 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMESSENGER PIGEON LTDAvaz, Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Notetalker EDU

One-time1
  • Ability to upload recordings audio to cloud$4.99
3 purchases

Dyslexia Reader by MDA

Subscriptions3
  • Reader 1 Month Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Reader 6 Months Subscription$9.996 Months
  • Reader 1 Year Subscription$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Notetalker EDU free?
Notetalker EDU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dyslexia Reader by MDA free?
Dyslexia Reader by MDA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Notetalker EDU or Dyslexia Reader by MDA have ads?
Neither Notetalker EDU nor Dyslexia Reader by MDA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notetalker EDU or Dyslexia Reader by MDA?
Notetalker EDU ships an update monthly, and Dyslexia Reader by MDA every 3 months. Most recently, Notetalker EDU was updated on November 2, 2026 and Dyslexia Reader by MDA on November 2, 2026.

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