Proloquo vs Touch Balloons
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Proloquo
This app provides an intuitive and efficient Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for users of all ages. It facilitates language development and effective communication with features like quick access to words, a search function, and a unique Thinking Space for early communicators. It also offers a full keyboard with word prediction and expert guidance through an accompanying coach.
- Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- Quick access to frequently used words
- Search function for effortless word finding
- Focus Mode™ for targeted word emphasis
- Thinking Space™ for early communicators (iPad only)
- Extensive vocabulary with Related Words™
- Full keyboard with word prediction
- Proloquo Coach for expert guidance
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AssistiveWare Proloquo is an intuitive, easy-to-use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app. Based on years of research, it is the only AAC app designed to meet the needs of all ages without sacrificing ease of use or efficiency. Proloquo is more than just a communication tool; it’s a gateway to language development and effective communication. AN EASY START With a unique design and quick one-tap access to the most used words, you can start using AAC right away. Finding any word is effortless, with an easily accessible Search function. Need to focus on or teach specific words? Use Focus Mode™ and draw attention without restricting or deleting words. THINKING SPACE (only available on iPad) Understanding a beginning communicator can feel like an endless guessing game, leading to frustration on both sides. Proloquo’s unique Thinking Space™ feature allows you to visualize and explore thoughts and meaning even with the earliest communicators. Arrange Proloquo’s visuals in any order for more intuitive communication. Understand each other faster and easier with Proloquo’s Thinking Space. GROWS WITH YOU Proloquo offers an extensive vocabulary unmatched in size and efficiency. With a user-friendly interface and innovative features such as Related Words™, Proloquo ensures everyone, from toddlers to adults, can discover, learn, and love language. Proloquo also offers a full keyboard with word prediction to support literacy. GET EXPERT AAC GUIDANCE WITH PROLOQUO COACH We know learning AAC can be challenging - that’s why we paired Proloquo with Proloquo Coach. Free with a Proloquo subscription, it equips families and educators with the tools and knowledge needed to support children and students in learning to communicate using AAC. With fast in-app support and guided practice, you will always know what to do next. SHARE PROLOQUO WITH YOUR TEAM FOR FREE Share Proloquo at no additional cost. Involve teachers, Speech Pathologists, and grandparents - download the Proloquo app and sync across multiple devices for free. Try Proloquo free for one month! How payment works • After your trial ends, payment will be charged to your Apple Account. • Subscriptions renew automatically. Payment is charged 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. • Don’t want to renew? Cancel more than 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. • Want to cancel or change your subscription? Manage it in your account settings on the App Store. The standard Apple Terms of Use apply to this app: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Touch Balloons
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Transform your screen into a delightful world of discovery. Touch Balloons+ offers 12 unique interactive modes—from deep-sea fish to spinning astronauts—designed to encourage fine motor skills and provide rewarding auditory feedback. Perfect for toddlers, sensory seekers, and inclusive play. What's New (v1.0) Initial Release: 12 interactive themes, custom color palettes, and full support for gamepads and keyboards. No Ads. No Menus. Just Pop! A vibrant sensory toy box for curious explorers. How to Play Tap: Spawn or pop items anywhere on the screen. Background: Change the environment (Right button). Activity: Cycle through 12 different toy sets (Left button). Advanced Controls: Keyboard: Use 1, 3, or Space to spawn; 2, 4, or Enter to change backgrounds. Gamepads: Standard controllers are supported for accessible play. Settings: Tap the top right setting icon to adjust item size, choose specific colors, or toggle sound.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Touch Balloons at none against Proloquo's 6. Touch Balloons also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Proloquo sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Touch Balloons asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Proloquo | Touch Balloons |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (148 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 148 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 503 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AssistiveWare | Sensory App House Ltd |
In-app purchases
Proloquo
- Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- Monthly Subscription1 Year trial$9.991 Month
- Monthly Subscription6 Months trial$9.991 Month
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- Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$99.991 Year
- Yearly Subscription1 Year trial$99.991 Year
- Yearly Subscription6 Months trial$99.991 Year
Touch Balloons
No in-app purchases








