Comparison

Text Reader Narrator vs SpeechMax

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 reads text out loud with the voices installed on your iPhone. Paste or type text, import text files and web pages, and listen with word-by-word highlighting. No account, no sign-up. Works offline once a voice is installed. WHAT IT DOES • Reads text aloud with word highlighting; Pause keeps your place • Imports TXT files and web pages (URL) for free; PDF, Word (.docx) and ePub (text only) with PRO • Scans printed pages with the camera (PRO) • Document library with Continue Reading and smart playlists • Speech to text: dictate and get the text back (iPhone microphone, device language) • Exports a narration as an M4A file (PRO) • Any voice installed on your iPhone, with speed, pitch and volume sliders FREE AND PRO Free, with ads: 5,000 characters a day, plus 2,000 for each short video you watch, up to 5 a day. PRO (subscription or one-time purchase) removes the ads and the daily limit, and unlocks PDF, Word and ePub import, camera scan, M4A export and reading fonts. GOOD TO KNOW • The voices are the ones built into iOS; you can download more in iOS Settings > Accessibility > Spoken Content. The app has no AI or cloud voices. • PDF import reads the text layer only. • Lock screen controls work for playback started from Documents or playlists, not from the Reader. Terms of Use: https://masaapps360.com/tts-1501312978/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://masaapps360.com/tts-1501312978/privacy/

About

SpeechMax

Convert text into lifelike speech using advanced AI technology. Supports 32 languages with natural emotions and customizable voice settings. Ideal for content creators, language learners, and accessibility needs.

Highlights
  • AI voice generation
  • 32 languages supported
  • Natural emotion control
  • Voice customization (speed, pitch)
  • Audio export (MP3)
  • Real-time streaming
Features
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Transform your text into lifelike speech with SpeechMax - powered by the world's #1 ranked AI voice technology. Create natural-sounding audio in 32 languages with unmatched quality and expressiveness. WHY SPEECHMAX? • #1 Ranked AI Model - Top-rated on global TTS benchmarks • 32 Languages - From English to Thai, Czech to Cantonese • Natural Emotions - Happy, sad, angry, calm, and more • Zero-Shot Technology - Instant voice generation, no training needed • Real-Time Streaming - Listen while your audio generates PERFECT FOR: • Content Creators - Narrate videos and podcasts • Language Learners - Listen and speak with perfect pronunciation • Accessibility - Convert any text to speech • Business - Professional narrator for presentations • Students - Audio maker for notes and study materials KEY FEATURES: • Voice Customization - Adjust speed, pitch, and volume • Emotion Control - Add feeling to your speech • Cross-lingual Support - Mix languages seamlessly • Audio Export - Save as MP3 for any use • History Tracking - Access all your creations • Professional Quality - Studio-grade audio output ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: Powered by MiniMax Speech-02, our AI model outperforms industry standards with: • Superior naturalness and clarity • Authentic emotional expression • Native accent accuracy • Seamless language switching SIMPLE TO USE: 1. Type or paste your text 2. Choose voice and emotion 3. Generate and listen instantly 4. Export and share anywhere Start with 10,000 free characters monthly. Create unlimited audio with flexible plans. Experience the difference of #1 ranked AI voice technology. Download SpeechMax today and bring your words to life! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Text Reader Narrator4 screens
SpeechMax4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Text Reader Narrator at 4.1 against SpeechMax's 2.0. Text Reader Narrator also leads on ratings volume (31 vs 1). SpeechMax's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. Text Reader Narrator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and SpeechMax sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Text Reader Narrator holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Text Reader Narrator has 31 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Text Reader Narrator ships an update every 6 weeks, SpeechMax every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Text Reader Narrator versus SpeechMax: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText Reader NarratorSpeechMax
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (31 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings31 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrima HdezJoseph Works Limited

Customer experience

Text Reader Narrator

All ratings31 ratings
Positive74.2%
Neutral9.7%
Negative16.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

SpeechMax

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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
2 purchases

SpeechMax

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Annual Plan$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Text Reader Narrator free?
Text Reader Narrator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SpeechMax free?
SpeechMax is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Text Reader Narrator or SpeechMax?
Text Reader Narrator is rated higher. Text Reader Narrator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while SpeechMax averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Text Reader Narrator or SpeechMax have ads?
Text Reader Narrator shows ads; SpeechMax does not.
Which is updated more often, Text Reader Narrator or SpeechMax?
Text Reader Narrator ships an update every 6 weeks, and SpeechMax every 4 weeks. Most recently, Text Reader Narrator was updated on October 22, 2026 and SpeechMax on October 15, 2026.

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