Comparison

TopReader+ vs Text to Speech

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

Head to head
About

TopReader+

Convert text into audio files with various voice options and playback controls. Save and share audio, organize text in a library, and create playlists for continuous playback. Supports multiple languages and background playback.

Highlights
  • Text to audio conversion
  • Save audio in multiple formats
  • Share audio files
  • Text library and playlist creation
  • Adjustable playback rate and pitch
  • Supports multiple languages
  • Background playback
Features
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"TopReader+" is an application that converts the input text into an audio file. Its functions and features are ------------------------- - Synthesize text and play immediately. - Save audio to a file, select from three file formats: .wav, .m4a, and .caf (Apple Lossless). - Saved files can be shared via email, messages, AirDrop, NoteApp, etc. - Save entered text in library. - Playlist creation. The text registered in the library can be added to the playlist and automatically played back continuously. - Easily merge and save multiple text saved in the library for playback and creating a sound at once. - Voice switching, Siri can also be used. - The audio playback rate and pitch can be changed. - Supported languages ​​are English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Vietnamese, Norwegian, Finnish, Indonesian, Greek and Thai. If you have a request, we will add more languages, so please contact us via the support email. ("Top Reader" top screen -> bottom (i) button -> tap "email") - Supports background playback. - Highlight the reading words. - Playback starts at the cursor position. - Repeat playback. - Dark mode support. ------------------------- Enjoy the best experience with a simple and intuitive interface. "TopReader+" does not display advertisements. It can be used in full screen. There is also a free version "TopReader" that displays advertisements. Terms of service http://zekoo2017.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-4.html

About

Text to Speech

Convert written text into spoken words with multiple language options. Save audio files, manage playlists, and enjoy background playback. The app highlights spoken text for an enhanced listening experience.

Highlights
  • Text to speech synthesis
  • Multi-language support
  • Export audio files
  • Highlight spoken text
  • Playlist and favorites
  • Background playback
Features
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Function ・Synthesize text and play ・Multi-language ・Export speech into audio files ・Highlight spoken text ・Playlist, Favorites ・Supports background playback ・Playback starts at the cursor position ・repeat playback Terms of service https://kindhearted-turnover-b1f.notion.site/d92a41e39f214b9995743f7412865c46

Screenshots

TopReader+4 screens
Text to Speech2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Text to Speech at Free against TopReader+'s $7.99. Text to Speech also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 83%). TopReader+'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Text to Speech is free to download; TopReader+ costs $7.99 up front. Text to Speech sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. TopReader+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TopReader+ ships an update every 6 weeks, Text to Speech every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 1 level
TopReader+ versus Text to Speech: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTopReader+Text to Speech
Price$7.99Free — better
Positive reviews82.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUKARI KIKUCHIToshiki Shibata

Customer experience

TopReader+

Written reviews23 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.4%

Text to Speech

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

TopReader+

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Text to Speech

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Plan$2.491 Month
  • Premium Plan$22.491 Year

Questions

Is TopReader+ free?
TopReader+ costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Text to Speech free?
Text to Speech is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TopReader+ or Text to Speech have ads?
Text to Speech shows ads; TopReader+ does not.
Which is updated more often, TopReader+ or Text to Speech?
TopReader+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and Text to Speech every 3 days. Most recently, TopReader+ was updated on October 26, 2026 and Text to Speech on October 24, 2026.

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