Comparison

Text Reader Narrator vs Bricks Ledger

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

Head to head
About

Text Reader Narrator

Convert any text, document, or scanned image into natural-sounding audio. Supports over 40 languages and offers background playback with highlighting. Export narrations as audio files.

Highlights
  • Text-to-speech conversion
  • Import PDF, DOCX, EPUB, TXT
  • Camera OCR for scanned text
  • Background playback
  • Word-by-word highlighting
  • Export audio to M4A
  • Supports 40+ languages
Features
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Text Reader Narrator is the most powerful text-to-speech app on the App Store. Convert any text, document, or scanned image into natural-sounding audio with one tap. WHAT'S NEW IN v4.2.0 - Import PDF, DOCX, EPUB and TXT files directly from the Files app - Camera OCR: Point your camera at any text and listen instantly - Background Playback with Control Center integration - Word-by-word karaoke highlighting as you listen - Export narrations to M4A audio files - Home Screen Widget and Dynamic Island support - Improved HD voices across 40+ languages KEY FEATURES Read Any Text Aloud Paste text, import documents, or scan with your camera. Text Reader Narrator supports PDF, DOCX, EPUB, TXT, and web articles. Every word is read aloud with natural, high-quality voices. 40+ Languages and Voices Choose from dozens of voices in over 40 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, and Arabic. Premium HD voices sound remarkably natural. Listen Anywhere Play in the background while you work, exercise, or commute. Full Control Center and lock screen controls. Connect to Bluetooth speakers, AirPods, or CarPlay. Word-by-Word Highlighting Follow along as each word is highlighted in real time. Adjust reading speed from 0.5x to 3x. Perfect for studying, language learning, and accessibility. Export Audio Save any narration as an M4A audio file. Build your personal audiobook library. Share audio files with friends or listen offline. Camera OCR Point your camera at a book, sign, menu, or any printed text. Our OCR engine recognizes text instantly and reads it aloud. Great for people with visual impairments. Widget and Dynamic Island Access your recent texts from the Home Screen widget. See playback controls on the Dynamic Island while multitasking. FREE TO USE Get 1,000 free characters every day. Watch a short video for 500 extra characters. Subscribe for unlimited access with no ads. Text Reader Narrator is perfect for: - Students studying textbooks and articles - Professionals listening to documents on the go - Language learners improving pronunciation - People with dyslexia or visual impairments - Anyone who prefers listening over reading Download now and turn any text into audio. Terms & Condition: https://ghapps1.wordpress.com/terms-condition/ Privacy Policy: https://ghapps1.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/

About

Bricks Ledger

Features
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Are you still looking for an APP that can record offline how much you invest in building blocks? Then you can try this APP specially made for collecting spending blocks It can help you permanently record your spending on building blocks and record the details. Allows you to check and understand the amount you spent next time you purchase * Can be used offline * Support iCloud backup * Enter purchase information for different building block brands * Can display statistical spending amount * Support chart display This is a trial version, it will limit the number of data you can set. If you like it, you can purchase the full version in-app Unlock all restricted features!

Screenshots

Text Reader Narrator4 screens
Bricks Ledger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Bricks Ledger at none against Text Reader Narrator's shown. Text Reader Narrator's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 11 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Text Reader Narrator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Bricks Ledger sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Text Reader Narrator ships an update every 3 months, Bricks Ledger every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Text Reader Narrator versus Bricks Ledger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText Reader NarratorBricks Ledger
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (31 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings31 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrima HdezLAN FU LO

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Text Reader Narrator

Subscriptions3
  • TTS PRO week sub3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • TTS & STT PRO mounth sub$0.991 Month
  • TTS PRO yearly sub$34.991 Year
1 purchases

Bricks Ledger

One-time1
  • All Features>$1.99

Questions

Is Text Reader Narrator free?
Text Reader Narrator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bricks Ledger free?
Bricks Ledger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Text Reader Narrator or Bricks Ledger have ads?
Text Reader Narrator shows ads; Bricks Ledger does not.
Which is updated more often, Text Reader Narrator or Bricks Ledger?
Text Reader Narrator ships an update every 3 months, and Bricks Ledger every 11 months. Most recently, Text Reader Narrator was updated on October 5, 2026 and Bricks Ledger on October 6, 2026.

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