TopReader+ vs Text to Speech
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
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.
- Text to speech synthesis
- Multi-language support
- Export audio files
- Highlight spoken text
- Playlist and favorites
- Background playback
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | TopReader+ | Text to Speech |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $7.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 82.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | YUKARI KIKUCHI | Toshiki Shibata |
Customer experience
TopReader+
Text to Speech
In-app purchases
TopReader+
No in-app purchases
Text to Speech
- Premium Plan$2.491 Month
- Premium Plan$22.491 Year








