Comparison

Talk Tools vs Glyphs Pro

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

Head to head
About

Talk Tools

Features
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Talk Tools is an app, which allows you a communication with your iOS device by voice. You can use it in many different ways: Conversation: You can setup a predefined conversation with your iPhone. This can be used by performers or to generate a fun conversation. It also can be used by e.g. actors to work on their script. Q&A Use it as a Dictionary/Database to retrieve information by the spoken word. Either to access some previous stored information or play 'spontaneous' answers. Great functionality and flexibility since dynamic contents can be added very easily. E.g. * Information from the spoken word can be stored * Text can be entered and stored etc.

About

Glyphs Pro

This app enables users to create seemingly impossible physical predictions, such as revealing a spectator's thoughts or pre-determined lottery numbers. It integrates with numerous other prediction-based applications to expand its capabilities.

Highlights
  • Create custom printed predictions
  • Generate crumpled receipt illusions
  • Design folded lottery paper predictions
  • Match drawings to spectator thoughts
  • Integrates with numerous prediction apps
Features
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Glyphs is the companion app for the Glyphs X and Glyphs Stage prediction printing systems, designed for professional magicians and mentalists. Create and print custom physical predictions with complete control over your performance. Whether you're performing close-up, parlor, or stage, Glyphs gives you the flexibility to produce realistic printed revelations that fit your routines. WHAT CAN YOU CREATE? • Words, names, numbers, and messages in any font—even your own handwriting. • Crumpled receipts with custom prices, dates, times, or purchase details. • Folded lottery tickets with your chosen numbers. • Drawings that match a spectator's thought. • Personalized predictions for close-up, parlor, and stage performances. • Custom designs, graphics, and layouts tailored to your routines. • And much more. POWERFUL INPUT MODES • Notes Mode Capture information in an interface inspired by the native Notes app. • Swami Mode A modern digital nail writer for secretly entering information and printing instantly. • Observing Mode Print images directly from your photo library. • Keyboard Mode Enter information discreetly using your device's keyboard or a connected Bluetooth keyboard. • Swipe Mode Input information invisibly using touch gestures or a compatible swipe remote. • Draw Mode Convert sketches and drawings into printed predictions. • Eyes Mode Use your device's front or rear camera to recognize printed or handwritten text using built-in OCR (Optical Character Recognition). • Voice Mode Control printing using voice input. • API Mode Receive information automatically from compatible applications in the background. • URL Scheme Mode Exchange information reliably with compatible apps using URL schemes, even without an internet connection. More input modes and integrations are continuously being added. MULTIPLE PRINTER SUPPORT • Connect multiple Glyphs printers simultaneously. • Assign specific templates to individual printers. • Manage every connected printer independently from one device. • Perfect for advanced routines requiring multiple outputs. PLAYLIST MODE • Organize routines into playlists. • Automatically switch between templates. • Trigger prints in sequence. • Run complete routines without manually navigating the app. CUSTOMIZE EVERYTHING • Create unlimited templates. • Use any font, including your own handwriting. • Add logos, graphics, images, and custom layouts. • Customize print settings, paper feed, darkness, and formatting. • Design predictions that perfectly match your performance. WORKS WITH YOUR FAVORITE MAGIC APPS Glyphs integrates with many leading magic applications, including: • Audience Wonderland (Impra/Lumen) • TAP (Architect of Predictions) • iThump / Toxic+ • The Stranger • RainMan Pro • Time Capture • Phonewords • Mindbuster • Master Miracles • ThoughtCast • NameForge • G-Sensor • Bridge AI • WikiTest • Earworm • Cognito • OMEGA • MOMO • Maxim • Nexus • SpeaQ • Flitch • Inject • VRTX • Elips • NOW • FTF New integrations are added regularly. IMPORTANT This download includes the Glyphs companion app only. A compatible Glyphs X or Glyphs Stage device is required to print physical predictions.

Screenshots

Talk Tools4 screens
Glyphs Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Talk Tools at $74.99 against Glyphs Pro's $999.99. Talk Tools also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads and 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

Talk Tools costs $74.99 and Glyphs Pro $999.99 up front. Glyphs Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Talk Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Talk Tools ships an update fortnightly, Glyphs Pro every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Talk Tools versus Glyphs Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTalk ToolsGlyphs Pro
Price$74.99 — better$999.99
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMartin EiseleMoustapha Berjaoui

In-app purchases

None

Talk Tools

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Glyphs Pro

One-time1
  • Glyphs Watch Pro$99.99

Questions

Is Talk Tools free?
Talk Tools costs $74.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Glyphs Pro free?
Glyphs Pro costs $999.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Talk Tools or Glyphs Pro have ads?
Neither Talk Tools nor Glyphs Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Talk Tools or Glyphs Pro?
Talk Tools ships an update fortnightly, and Glyphs Pro every 11 days. Most recently, Talk Tools was updated on October 9, 2026 and Glyphs Pro on October 19, 2026.

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