# SpeechBox for Speech Therapy vs Autism iHelp

The clearest difference is rating: SpeechBox for Speech Therapy at 3.9 against Autism iHelp's 3.4. SpeechBox for Speech Therapy also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 26 months) and review sentiment (44% vs 25%). Autism iHelp's advantage is iOS requirement (8.2 vs 12.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SpeechBox for Speech Therapy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Autism iHelp sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SpeechBox for Speech Therapy holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SpeechBox for Speech Therapy has 244 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of SpeechBox for Speech Therapy's written reviews are positive against 25% of Autism iHelp's.

SpeechBox for Speech Therapy ships an update monthly, Autism iHelp every 26 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpeechBox for Speech Therapy | Autism iHelp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (244 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speechbox-for-speech-therapy/id568581305/reviews)** | [3.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autism-ihelp-comprehension/id669414531/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **244** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **44.4% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 26 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 69 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **8.2** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jonah Bonah Learning LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/568581308) | [John Talavera](https://appshunter.io/developer/502389200) |

## What reviewers say

### SpeechBox for Speech Therapy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speechbox-for-speech-therapy/id568581305)

This app provides engaging articulation practice for speech therapy, featuring a vast library of words and phrases with high-resolution images. It supports various speech disorders and allows for personalized content creation and data tracking for multiple users.

**Highlights:** 2,350+ target words, 2,000+ simple phrases, 75+ categories, Customizable image boxes, Multi-user data collection, Sticker scenes for rewards, Professionally recorded prompts

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Access Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Basic Access Monthly (Legacy) | $3.99 | per month |
| Professional Access Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Access Monthly (Legacy) | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite Access Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Elite Access Monthly (Legacy) | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic Access Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Professional Access Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Action Words Box | $2.99 | one-time |
| /s/ Blends Box | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Engaging and effective for speech therapy
- 🖼️ High-quality and appealing images
- 🎛️ Customizable and tailored sessions
- 🤩 Kids love and are motivated by the app
- 💡 Versatile for various speech/language goals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Subscription required for full access
- ❌ Features do not work as expected
- 🚫 No demo or trial boxes available
- 💳 Difficulty cancelling subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Images do not disappear after use (reuse photo switch off)
- Professional level not unlocking all boxes
- App locks if not purchased
- Free trial button unresponsive, app won't shut down
- Cannot cancel subscription, still being charged

**Requested features**

- Delete images from custom boxes
- Add Google Photos as a source for images
- Games for categorization using multiple boxes
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### Autism iHelp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autism-ihelp-comprehension/id669414531)

This app helps children with Autism Spectrum Disorder develop receptive language skills. It uses real-life photos and offers both written and verbal directions to improve comprehension of one- and two-step instructions. Progress reports track learning gains.

**Highlights:** Receptive language skill development, Real-life photographs, One- and two-step direction comprehension, Written and verbal directions, Progress tracking, Vocabulary teaching aid

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ALL COMPREHENSION I SETS | $3.99 | one-time |
| ALL COMPREHENSION 2 SETS | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpeechBox for Speech Therapy free?

SpeechBox for Speech Therapy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Autism iHelp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SpeechBox for Speech Therapy or Autism iHelp?

SpeechBox for Speech Therapy is rated higher. SpeechBox for Speech Therapy averages 3.9 out of 5 from 244 ratings, while Autism iHelp averages 3.4 from 18 ratings.

### Do SpeechBox for Speech Therapy or Autism iHelp have ads?

Neither SpeechBox for Speech Therapy nor Autism iHelp shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SpeechBox for Speech Therapy or Autism iHelp?

SpeechBox for Speech Therapy ships an update monthly, and Autism iHelp every 26 months. Most recently, SpeechBox for Speech Therapy was updated on November 1, 2026 and Autism iHelp on November 2, 2026.

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