# Synthy vs CoParent Connect

The clearest difference is rating: CoParent Connect at 5.0 against Synthy's 4.2. CoParent Connect also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 81%) and device support (3 vs 1). Synthy's advantage is ratings volume (384 vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Synthy sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and CoParent Connect sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CoParent Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Synthy has 384 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Synthy's written reviews are positive against 100% of CoParent Connect's.

Synthy ships an update monthly, CoParent Connect every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Synthy | CoParent Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (384 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthy-read-aloud-doc-and-scan/id1579863833/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coparent-connect-coparent-app/id6759682359/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **384** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 81.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 213 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dating onlain, ooo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503663142) | [Seth Alber](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880181897) |

## What reviewers say

### Synthy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthy-read-aloud-doc-and-scan/id1579863833)

Transform documents, books, and web content into audio with advanced text-to-speech technology. Scan physical documents or import digital files and listen to them read aloud with natural-sounding AI voices. Adjust playback speed and enjoy background listening for a seamless audio experience.

**Highlights:** Scan and read documents, Text to speech with AI voices, Adjustable reading speed, Import files and web links, Background listening mode, Type and listen functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Synthy Scan & Read Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Endless Listening with Synthy | $5.99 | per month |
| Endless Listening with Synthy | $9.99 | per month |
| Endless Listening with Synthy | $12.99 | per month |
| Three months | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 month premium | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Synthy Premium | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient text-to-speech
- 🚀 Efficient scanning and conversion
- 🔊 Natural-sounding voices
- 🔍 Versatile content support
- 🔧 Customizable reading experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🔌 Inconsistent performance
- 📚 Limited free content access
- 🤖 Occasional mispronunciations

**Reported bugs**

- Scanning issues with page breaks
- Playback pauses at paragraph ends
- Inconsistent text recognition
- Subscription cancellation problems

**Requested features**

- Highlight and annotate text
- Background playback with screen lock
- More language and voice options
- Improved OCR accuracy
- Easier file management and organization


### CoParent Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coparent-connect-coparent-app/id6759682359)

This app simplifies shared child expenses and custody scheduling for co-parents. It offers a transparent dashboard to track, split, and settle payments, along with a shared calendar for important events. Features include receipt scanning and direct bank reimbursements.

**Highlights:** Shared expense dashboard, Shared custody calendar, Smart receipt scanning, Direct bank reimbursements, Simple expense splitting, Real-time notifications, Auto-approve recurring expenses

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CoParent Connect Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| CoParent Connect Premium | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Synthy free?

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

### Is CoParent Connect free?

CoParent Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Synthy or CoParent Connect?

CoParent Connect is rated higher. Synthy averages 4.2 out of 5 from 384 ratings, while CoParent Connect averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Synthy or CoParent Connect have ads?

Neither Synthy nor CoParent Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Synthy or CoParent Connect?

Synthy ships an update monthly, and CoParent Connect every 4 weeks. Most recently, Synthy was updated on October 21, 2026 and CoParent Connect on October 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*