Comparison

Total Reader vs ThinkDrive

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

ThinkDrive

Features
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The best ideas rarely happen when you're sitting in front of a computer. They happen while you're driving, running, walking, working, or doing something else. And too often, they're gone before you have a chance to write them down. ThinkDrive was built to solve exactly that problem. Capture an idea using your voice from Apple Watch, iPhone, or CarPlay. Speak for a few seconds and get back to what you were doing. ThinkDrive transcribes your note, creates a clear summary, identifies actionable tasks, and organizes everything automatically. This is not a meeting recorder. It is not designed for long dictations. It is designed to capture quick ideas before they disappear. Key Features • Instant capture from Apple Watch. • Works with iPhone and CarPlay. • Simple and fast recording. • Automatic speech-to-text transcription. • AI-powered summaries. • Automatic task extraction. • Smart date recognition. • Syncs with Apple Reminders. • Listen to your ideas from Apple Watch and CarPlay. • Clean, distraction-free organization. Perfect For • Professionals. • Entrepreneurs. • Creative thinkers. • Runners and athletes. • Drivers. • Anyone who gets great ideas when they can't type. Because a great idea is worthless if you forget it. ThinkDrive helps you capture it before it's gone. Privacy Policy: https://thinkit.cl/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Total Reader4 screens
ThinkDrive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ThinkDrive at none against Total Reader's shown. ThinkDrive also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Total Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 18.6). On price, 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. Total Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ThinkDrive sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Total Reader ships an update every 2 months, ThinkDrive fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Total Reader versus ThinkDrive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTotal ReaderThinkDrive
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (37 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings37 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStorchDiego Anguita

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
2 purchases

ThinkDrive

Subscriptions2
  • ThinkDrive Premium1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • ThinkDrive Premium1 Month trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Total Reader free?
Total Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ThinkDrive free?
ThinkDrive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Total Reader or ThinkDrive have ads?
Total Reader shows ads; ThinkDrive does not.
Which is updated more often, Total Reader or ThinkDrive?
Total Reader ships an update every 2 months, and ThinkDrive fortnightly. Most recently, Total Reader was updated on September 19, 2026 and ThinkDrive on August 24, 2026.

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