# Text Reader Narrator vs SpeechMax

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Text Reader Narrator | SpeechMax |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-reader-narrator-tts/id1501312978/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speechmax-text-to-speech/id6748725944/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Grima Hdez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1741481582) | [Joseph Works Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/717622923) |

## What reviewers say

### Text Reader Narrator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-reader-narrator-tts/id1501312978)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TTS PRO week sub | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| TTS & STT PRO mounth sub | $0.99 | per month |
| TTS PRO yearly sub | $34.99 | per year |


### SpeechMax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speechmax-text-to-speech/id6748725944)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Plan | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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