Custom Boards Elite vs OT Tools

The Ultimate Visual Support & Activity Creator Empower communication and learning with Custom Boards Elite! Designed specifically for speech therapists, special education teachers, and parents, Custom Boards Elite is an evidence-based app that revolutionizes how you create visual supports. Whether you need a daily schedule, a communication grid, or an engaging articulation game, Custom Boards gives you the tools to build professional, customized materials in minutes. UNMATCHED SYMBOL LIBRARY Say goodbye to stick figures and limited clip art. Custom Boards includes over 29,000 high-quality, diverse symbols from the renowned Smarty Symbols library. Need something specific? You can easily upload and integrate your own photos directly from your device! 120+ READY-TO-USE TEMPLATES Stop starting from scratch. Choose from over 120 expertly designed templates categorized into six core areas: Activities & Games: Bingo, Dominoes, Board Games, and more. Devices & Switches: Perfect for AAC device overlays. Signs & Labels: Create classroom rules, labels, and directional signs. Grids & Boards: Standard communication grids from 1x1 up to complex layouts. Schedules & Calendars: First-Then boards, weekly schedules, and daily routines. Worksheets: Ready-made educational printables. DEEP CUSTOMIZATION Make every board your own. Our intuitive editor allows you to: Customize background and text colors for every single cell. Tweak border styles (solid, dashed, circular) to highlight specific targets. Easily edit text labels to match your student's specific vocabulary. BUILT FOR SPEECH THERAPISTS Save hours of prep time with our advanced search filters. Target specific speech goals by filtering the entire 21,000+ symbol library by Initial, Medial, or Final letter positions! EXPORT & ORGANIZE When your masterpiece is complete, you are ready to PRINT, SAVE, or E-MAIL the final template. Print directly from your iPad to any AirPrint-ready printer. Creating boards for a whole caseload? Keep your finalized templates neatly organized into custom folders inside the app's Archive. Join the revolution in special education and start creating beautiful, effective visual supports today!

OT Tools is designed to make learning more accessible for students who face challenges with reading, writing, or staying organized. Developed by an occupational therapist, this all-in-one app brings essential supports together in one place: • OCR Reader – Instantly convert printed text into digital format, have it read aloud, and see each word highlighted as it’s spoken. Perfect for making school reading tasks accessible for students with reading difficulties. • Worksheet Annotator – Complete worksheets directly on your device, then print or share with teachers. Ideal for students who struggle with handwriting or managing paper assignments. • Brain Web – A visual mind-mapping tool to help students brainstorm, organize ideas, and plan assignments. Optimized for iPad to take advantage of the larger screen for easier interaction. • Planner – A fun and flexible weekly planner that helps students stay organized. Customize subjects, add notes, and track progress with checkboxes. Completed tasks turn green, and finishing a day triggers a confetti celebration. Great for academic, therapy, or personal goals. • Printable Resources – Access printable versions of tools and activities for students who prefer physical copies. Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or therapist, OT Tools offers flexible, engaging solutions to support diverse learning needs and promote independence.