# Speech Central vs Last Command

The clearest difference is device support: Speech Central at 3 against Last Command's 1. Speech Central also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Speech Central sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Last Command sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speech Central | Last Command |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (311 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-central-read-out-loud/id1538287963/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **311** | — |
| Positive reviews | 14.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 92 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ADAPPS SOFTWARE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240972162) | [Instance Labs LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783069709) |

## What reviewers say

### Speech Central

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speech-central-read-out-loud/id1538287963)

This app converts text into high-quality audio using advanced AI TTS and T2S technology. It functions as a book reader, voice aloud reader, screen reader, and can even scan physical pages to read them aloud. Enjoy customizable reading speeds and support for numerous languages and accents.

**Highlights:** Text-to-speech conversion, AI-powered natural voices, Book reader functionality, Screen reader support, Scan physical pages to audio, Customizable reading speed, Multi-language support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Text to speech 1 Week Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Text to speech 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Text to speech 6 Months | $4.99 | per 6 months |
| Text to speech Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Text to speech 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Premium Trial | $14.99 | per month |
| Text to speech reader 1 Year | $24.99 | per year |
| Read Aloud & TTS Premium | $27.99 | per 6 months |
| Text to speech 3 Months | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Text to speech reader 1 Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Speechy Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Month | $49.99 | per year |
| Speechy Premium (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Text to speech 1 Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $69.99 | per year |


### Last Command

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/last-command/id6783069707)

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Last Command Pro | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speech Central free?

Speech Central is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Last Command free?

Last Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Speech Central or Last Command have ads?

Neither Speech Central nor Last Command shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Speech Central or Last Command?

Speech Central ships an update every 3 weeks, and Last Command every 3 weeks. Most recently, Speech Central was updated on October 27, 2026 and Last Command on October 31, 2026.

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