Comparison

SymbolSupport Lite vs Speechability

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

Head to head
About

SymbolSupport Lite

This app allows users to read, listen to, and print documents created with a companion app. It automatically adds symbols to text as it's typed or pasted, aiding comprehension. Users can customize symbols and share documents in various formats.

Highlights
  • Read and print symbolized documents
  • Automatic symbol addition to text
  • Text-to-speech with word highlighting
  • Symbol customization and image import
  • Document sharing via AirDrop, email, cloud
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Note: SymbolSupport Lite is a free app. It can receive, read aloud, and print documents that have been created with the SymbolSupport app. SymbolSupport Lite cannot create or edit documents. It can be upgraded to the full version through the in-app Store. SymbolSupport is an iPad utility app that effortlessly adds symbols to text. As textis typed, symbols are automatically added above it. Text can also be copied from pre-existing written materials and pasted into SymbolSupport where symbols are instantly added. Documents are read with a high-quality text-to-speech voice and include word-by-word highlighting. This support helps students better understand class assignments.Symbols from Slater Literacy Support Pictures™ and Attainment’s Image Library are included. Plus, there is easy access to your camera roll and a built-in internet image search.Easy-to-use editing tools include changing auto-assigned symbols to other symbols or imported images and removing symbols from text to reduce the number of symbols on a page. SymbolSupport is designed to create symbolized text quickly and easily. Sharing these documents is equally important. Share documents via AirDrop, email, or send to any cloud storage setup on the iPad. Documents can be sent as a PDF for studentportfolios or shared with parents. Documents can also be sent as a SymbolSupport file which can be opened by SymbolSupport or SymbolSupport Lite apps.

About

Speechability

This app provides a customizable text-to-speech communication tool for individuals with speech challenges. It offers a variety of natural voices, phrase organization, and quick speech options to facilitate easy and efficient interaction.

Highlights
  • 40+ natural voices in 25+ languages
  • Customizable speech rate and pitch
  • Phrase categories and quick speech options
  • Automatic iCloud syncing
  • Offline functionality
  • Dark Mode compatibility
Features
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Speechability makes it extremely easy to communicate with other people, and provides access to fully customizable Phrases and Quick Speech to reduce typing effort. It provides a fun and easy-to-learn layout, and offers a wide variety of features, with more being added all the time to ensure the best experience for all our users. Major features include: - 40+ natural voices with over 25+ languages - Support for downloaded Enhanced and Premium system voices - Support for Personal Voice - Text highlighting to follow the words as they are spoken - Customize the rate and pitch of speech - Single screen access to all the features - Phrase Categories to organize your phrases easily - Add, delete, and organize phrases for quick access - Create your own Quick Speech section for your frequently spoken words - Automatic syncing of Phrase Categories, Phrases, and Quick Speech items across your devices via iCloud - Fully customizable text dashboard - Expand the text dashboard for the best view - Customize font size - Lock editing to prevent accidental changes - Easily show everyone what you’ve typed - Share text with your friends and family - Copy text from Speechability and paste it in other apps - One-click to remove all text - Fully compatible with Dark Mode - Complete punctuation support for natural voice pauses - No internet connection required - No ads Speechability is designed to assist individuals with communication challenges, including conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, aphasia, speech apraxia, and other developmental or neurological disorders that affect speech. The app offers a customizable way for users to express themselves through text-based communication, supporting both everyday phrases and quick speech options for easier and more efficient interactions. Experience the full power of Speechability with Speechability Pro! Speechability Pro is an auto-renewing subscription or a lifetime purchase that unlocks exclusive features in the app, including: - Unlimited Phrase Categories - Unlimited Phrases - Unlimited Quick Speech Items - Expand Mode for Effortless Typing Payment will be charged to the account associated with your Apple ID when you confirm your purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription anytime by going to your account settings in the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy - https://voicestudio.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-a38b201d575145a892b48a7b7ae80c3c

Screenshots

SymbolSupport Lite3 screens
Speechability4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Speechability at 100% against SymbolSupport Lite's 50%. Speechability also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). SymbolSupport Lite's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. SymbolSupport Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Speechability sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Speechability holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of SymbolSupport Lite's written reviews are positive against 100% of Speechability's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SymbolSupport Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, Speechability every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SymbolSupport Lite versus Speechability: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSymbolSupport LiteSpeechability
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size304 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAttainment CompanyAnant Patni

Customer experience

SymbolSupport Lite

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Speechability

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SymbolSupport Lite

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Full Version$59.99
3 purchases

Speechability

Subscriptions2
  • Speechability Pro$2.991 Month
  • Speechability Pro$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Speechability Pro$19.99

Questions

Is SymbolSupport Lite free?
SymbolSupport Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speechability free?
Speechability is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SymbolSupport Lite or Speechability?
Speechability is rated higher. SymbolSupport Lite averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Speechability averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SymbolSupport Lite or Speechability have ads?
Neither SymbolSupport Lite nor Speechability shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SymbolSupport Lite or Speechability?
SymbolSupport Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, and Speechability every 3 days. Most recently, SymbolSupport Lite was updated on October 1, 2026 and Speechability on September 30, 2026.

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