Comparison

Listening vs QuickBeam Map

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

Head to head
About

Listening

Transform written content like articles, papers, and PDFs into natural-sounding audio. Ideal for students and professionals, this app enables hands-free learning and efficient multitasking.

Highlights
  • Convert articles, papers, books, and PDFs to audio
  • Natural-sounding human-like voices
  • One-click note-taking while listening
  • Adjustable playback speed (0.5x to 4x)
  • Supports PDFs, Word documents, and articles
  • Efficient multitasking during listening
Features
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Listening transforms articles, research papers, books, and PDFs into high-quality, natural-sounding audio. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply love learning on the go, Listening offers a seamless way to consume written content effortlessly. Key Features: Versatile Content Conversion: Turn a wide range of text—whether it’s academic papers, business reports, articles, or eBooks—into audio, making it easy to listen wherever you are. Natural Voices: Enjoy human-like voices, even for complex or technical terms, that make listening more engaging and easier to follow. One-Click Note-Taking: Capture key ideas with just one tap while listening. Perfect for keeping track of important points during your commute or workout. Efficient Multitasking: Listen while you exercise, drive, or relax, freeing up time for other activities without missing out on important reading. Custom Listening Experience: Adjust playback speeds from 0.5x to 4x to suit your needs. Speed through easier content or slow down for detailed comprehension. Multi-Format Support: Convert PDFs, Word documents, articles, and more into audio, supporting a wide variety of formats. Who Is Listening For? Whether you’re a busy professional trying to stay on top of the latest reports, a student balancing a heavy reading load, or simply someone who enjoys audiobooks and podcasts, Listening makes it easy to turn written text into a hands-free, on-the-go experience. Pricing: Premium Plans: Unlock unlimited listening and enhanced features with flexible monthly or yearly subscriptions. Join thousands of users who are transforming the way they read and learn with Listening. [:mav: 5.1.2]

About

QuickBeam Map

Features
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QuickBeam Map is your go-to tool for ground-truthing and verifying geospatial features in the field. Whether you’re working with polygons, lines, or points, this app makes collecting and validating data fast, efficient, and accurate. Perfect for professionals in GIS, mapping, surveying, agriculture, utilities, and environmental monitoring, QuickBeam Map helps teams complete data verification tasks directly from mobile devices even in offline environments. Key Features: 1. Groundtruthing Made Simple Quickly verify polygons, lines, and points using your device’s GPS. Visualise and update features directly from the field. 2. Capture Supporting Evidence Take photos, add notes, and link geospatial features to real-world evidence. 3. Assigned Tasks & Smart Workflows View tasks assigned to you, submit verifications, and update statuses, keeping your team in sync. 4. Offline Mode No connection? No problem. Work offline and sync data when you're back online. 5. High Accuracy GPS Support Works with your device’s GPS for reliable location tracking and validation. 6. Secure Access Sign in securely and access your organisation’s active projects. 7. Real-Time Integration Sync your field data with backend systems and dashboards in real-time. Whether you're checking the boundary of a land parcel, confirming the path of a utility line, or validating location-based data for research or infrastructure projects, QuickBeam Map is built for accuracy and ease of use.

Screenshots

Listening4 screens
QuickBeam Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QuickBeam Map at none against Listening's 19. QuickBeam Map also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.4). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Listening sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. QuickBeam Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Listening ships an update every 8 days, QuickBeam Map every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and May 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Listening versus QuickBeam Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterListeningQuickBeam Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.413.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB39 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThe Listening App Inc.Omanos Analytics

Bugs and requests

Listening

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Inconsistent performance across PDFs
  • Login and password reset issues
  • Unexpected charges after cancellation
  • Inability to delete or manage uploaded files

Requested features

6 requests
  • Multiple voice options
  • Ability to edit and annotate text
  • Improved section detection and navigation
  • Offline mode for downloading content
  • Better integration with cloud storage
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  • More affordable pricing options

QuickBeam Map

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

19 purchases

Listening

Subscriptions19
  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly14 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Unlimited, Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly14 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Unlimited Listening, Monthly7 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Unlimited, Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited, Yearly$39.001 Year
  • Unlimited, Yearly1 Year trial$39.001 Year
  • Listening Premium Annual3 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly3 Days trial$99.001 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly14 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly3 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly3 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly7 Days trial$124.991 Year
  • Unlimited Listening, Yearly14 Days trial$139.991 Year
None

QuickBeam Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Listening free?
Listening is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QuickBeam Map free?
QuickBeam Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Listening or QuickBeam Map have ads?
Neither Listening nor QuickBeam Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Listening or QuickBeam Map?
Listening ships an update every 8 days, and QuickBeam Map every 2 weeks. Most recently, Listening was updated on September 26, 2026 and QuickBeam Map on May 18, 2026.

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