Comparison

Total Reader vs Speecher

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

Head to head
About

Total Reader

This app converts text files into natural-sounding speech, allowing users to listen to documents while following along with highlighted text. It supports a wide range of file formats and over 30 languages, with easy import options from cloud storage and computers.

Highlights
  • Reads documents aloud
  • Converts text to natural voice
  • Highlights spoken words
  • Supports PDF, Word, PowerPoint, RTF
  • Imports from cloud storage
  • Supports over 30 languages
Features
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Transform the way you consume text with Total Reader, your ultimate AI text to speech voice reader. Whether you want to listen to a work presentation hands-free, study complex documents, or enjoy your favorite EPUB on the go, our advanced speech synthesis engine converts written words into fluent, natural-sounding audio. Why choose Total Reader? Our advanced context-aware reader intelligently processes dates, numbers, and abbreviations, delivering a flawless, human-like narration experience that outperforms standard read-aloud tools. KEY FEATURES: • Advanced Speech Synthesis: Experience premium, expressive text-to-speech engines across 30+ languages for a smooth, fatigue-free listening experience. • Versatile Document Support: Import and read aloud PDFs, MS Word (.doc & .docx), Powerpoint presentations, RTF, and plain text files seamlessly. • Instant Web Reading: Save time by listening to articles, essays, and news directly from the web instead of straining your eyes. • Smart Document Scanner: Instantly digitize physical printed books, notes, or documents using the built-in OCR scanner to read them aloud. • Visual Reading Follow-Along: Boost your comprehension and focus with synchronized word-by-word visual highlighting as the audio plays. • Seamless Cloud Import: Easily fetch files directly from Apple Mail, Dropbox, Google Drive, or transfer them straight from your Mac or PC. • Custom Reading Environment: Personalize your app experience with beautiful, customizable themes optimized for both daytime and night reading. MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT: Total Reader reads documents flawlessly in over 30 languages and regional accents, including English (US, UK, Irish, Australian), Spanish (including Mexican), Portuguese (including Brazilian), Russian, German, French, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, and many more. Streamline your daily routine and maximize your productivity. Download Total Reader today to experience the future of spoken audio content! https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Speecher

Convert typed or scanned text into spoken audio to save time. Adjust speech rate and choose from various voices and languages. Save texts for later access.

Highlights
  • Convert typed text to audio
  • Scan text from images using camera
  • Adjust speech rate up to 2x
  • Choose comfortable voice pitch
  • Support for multiple languages
  • Save texts for later access
Features
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Save your precious time by listening instead of reading. Ever wanted to absorb information saving time but couldn't because you're reading? Now you can! With Speecher, you can listen instead of read. Scan the text you want to listen using your iOS camera, or manually type it into the app and see the magic happen: LISTEN to it! Adjust the rate speed and save time: up to 2x faster. Choose a voice that matches your ears: be comfortable while listening. Choose one of the available system voices to have a nice experience. Use the best OCR technology available with the Maximum Quality toggle enabled - improving the scanned text quality. Your texts will be SAVED, so you can go back to them anytime you want it. MAIN FEATURES: • Listen instead of reading: convert typed text to audios • Listen instead of reading: convert scanned text from camera to audios • Control rate speed: save your time by increasing rate speed and learning fast, or make it slowly to help you • Control voice pitch: make it confortable for your ears by choosing the best voice pitch for you • Choose from multiple languages: convert text from ANY language to audios • Scan text from images with the BEST OCR technology available (full members only). Terms of use / Terms of Service: https://mebena-speecher-web.web.app/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://mebena-speecher-web.web.app/privacy_policy.html

Screenshots

Total Reader4 screens
Speecher4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Total Reader at 3.8 against Speecher's 3.3. Total Reader also leads on review sentiment (13% vs 5%). Speecher's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Total Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Speecher sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Total Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 28 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Total Reader's written reviews are positive against 5% of Speecher's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Total Reader ships an update every 2 months, Speecher every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Total Reader versus Speecher: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTotal ReaderSpeecher
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (37 ratings) — better3.3 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews13.3% of reviews — better4.5% of reviews
Number of ratings37 — better28
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1512.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStorchBernardo Teodosio

Customer experience

Total Reader

All ratings37 ratings
Positive67.6%
Neutral8.1%
Negative24.3%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive13.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative73.3%

Speecher

All ratings28 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive4.5%
Neutral9.1%
Negative86.4%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Total Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Account for 1 month.$2.991 Month
  • Premium Account for 1 year.$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Total Reader Premium Lifetime.$39.99
3 purchases

Speecher

Subscriptions2
  • FULL - Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$2.497 Days
  • FULL - Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Basic Plan$1.99

Questions

Is Total Reader free?
Total Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speecher free?
Speecher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Total Reader or Speecher?
Total Reader is rated higher. Total Reader averages 3.8 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while Speecher averages 3.3 from 28 ratings.
Do Total Reader or Speecher have ads?
Total Reader shows ads; Speecher does not.
Which is updated more often, Total Reader or Speecher?
Total Reader ships an update every 2 months, and Speecher every 2 days. Most recently, Total Reader was updated on November 3, 2026 and Speecher on November 3, 2026.

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