Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk vs Expressive Go
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk
This app provides a customizable symbol-based communication system for individuals with speech difficulties. It offers voice output, text-to-speech, and pre-installed words to facilitate effective communication for users of all ages.
- Symbol-based communication
- Voice output
- Text-to-speech keyboard
- Customizable views and boards
- Over 1700 pre-installed words
- Verb conjugations
- Offline capability
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Welcome to Otsimo AAC, the innovative alternative and augmentative communication app that's designed for anyone who struggles with verbal communication, including non-speaking individuals of all ages. Our app offers a wide range of features that empower you to communicate more easily and effectively. With several different ways to express yourself, such as voice output, text-to-speech, and symbol-based communication, Otsimo AAC is fully customizable, from personalized views to preferred language and voice settings. It's the ideal tool for those who require augmentative and alternative communication devices, especially individuals with speech-language disorders, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other developmental disabilities or speech disorders. Customizable Communication Otsimo AAC has an edit mode that allows you to customize every screen to your preferences. You can add or remove any card, symbol, or word you'd like and even assign photos or symbols to the words you've added so that you can have quick and easy access to your custom boards. With our app, you have complete control over your communication. Pre-installed Words With over 1700 unique words preinstalled, Otsimo AAC offers a comprehensive selection of words that covers most everyday communication needs. Our app is designed to grow with you, so you can add your own words, phrases, and even prepositions as your communication needs evolve. Text to Speech Keyboard Our app also comes equipped with an internal keyboard, so you can type anything you'd like. This feature is especially useful for individuals who prefer to type rather than use a symbol-based communication system. Conjugations of Verbs Otsimo AAC offers conjugations of verbs, which makes communicating in the past, present, and future tense easier than ever before. Offline Capability Our app can be used offline, so you can use it anywhere, anytime, without worrying about network connectivity. This feature especially benefits individuals who travel frequently or live in areas with limited internet access. Natural Sounding Voices Otsimo AAC offers 13 different natural-sounding voice outputs to choose from, so you can find the one that represents you best. With our app, you'll feel confident that your voice is being heard in a way that's true to your personality. In summary, Otsimo AAC is the ultimate communication tool for non-speaking individuals of all ages. With customizable screens, pre-installed words, and verb conjugations, you'll have all the tools you need to communicate more easily and effectively. Help & Support At Otsimo AAC, we're committed to providing exceptional help and support to our users. Our blog offers a comprehensive library of articles and guides on AAC, providing reliable and updated information to help you make the most of our app. As a company specializing in special needs, we go above and beyond to make Otsimo AAC more accessible for everyone, and we welcome your feedback. Download the app today and let us know how we can improve your experience. With your help, we'll continue to evolve and innovate, making communication easier and more effective for all. Try Otsimo AAC free for 14 days! For Otsimo AAC, we offer the following subscriptions: 1 month from $5.49 with 3 days trial. 1 month discounted from $2.99 with 3 days trial. 1 year from $35.99 with 14 days trial. 1 year discounted from $19.99 with 7 days trial. Actual charges might be converted to local currency depending on your country of residence. The conversion will be made automatically. If you upgrade to Premium, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Privacy Policy: https://otsimo.com/en/legal/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Expressive Go
This app provides an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution with advanced grammar and conjugation features. It empowers users to communicate fluently and clearly through an intuitive, visually rich platform with extensive customization options.
- Spontaneous Novel Utterance Generation (SNUG)
- Intelligent Conjugation (Time Shift)
- Automatic Pluralization
- Perfect Articles (A vs. An)
- Fitzgerald Key Color Coding
- Touchless "Show Big" display
- Integrated Sharing
- Customizable Grid Size and Fonts
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Expressive Go gives a voice to children and adults who don't use speech. Tap pictures to build a message and the app says it out loud, with grammar that helps the sentence come out right. Every board, every tool and every setting is free. No ads, no subscriptions, no account. GRAMMAR THAT HELPS • Verbs follow the subject: "he eats", "she drinks", "they want" • Time words set the tense: "yesterday" + "go" says "went", "tomorrow" + "go" says "will go" • The Time button switches the next verb to past, future or perfect: "they went", "we will play", "she has eaten" • "is" and "has" forms: "he is running", "we have finished" • Plurals after numbers and quantifiers: "2 cookies", "many friends" • "a" or "an" chosen by sound: "an hour", "a uniform" • Adverbs after action words: "run slowly", "talk quietly" • 150+ irregular verbs and nearly 2,000 action words and phrases THE SAME BOARD AS AT THE PLAYGROUND Smarty Symbols communication boards are installed in more than 650 communities: school playgrounds, city parks, libraries, zoos, water parks and pediatric offices. Expressive Go includes a digital replica of each one, with the same words in the same places, plus a voice. Scan the QR code on the board, practice at home and keep talking after you leave. BOARDS FOR EVERY STAGE • Starter (30 buttons), Growing (48), Advanced (84) and Core (119) • School playground, simplified school playground, city playground, library, water park, zoo and pediatrician room • Fitzgerald Key colors: yellow for people, green for actions, orange for things, blue for describing words MAKE IT YOURS • Add your own photos, words and folders • Choose from more than 26,000 Smarty Symbols, an inclusive library that shows children of every background and ability • Hide words, change colors, choose the font and where the words sit on each tile • Type anything with the keyboard and hear it spoken, with letter, word or silent feedback SHOW BIG Press and hold the message to show it large to a communication partner, and share it as text and pictures. VOICES AND SETTINGS • Voices in English, Spanish and Portuguese, with a slow-to-fast speed slider • Speak words as you tap them, or build quietly and speak the whole message • Ignore accidental double taps • Lock the app so boards don't change by accident • Back up every board and setting to Files or iCloud Drive, and restore on another iPad FIND A BOARD NEAR YOU See communication boards at schools, parks and libraries on a map, share them with your school or parks department, and ask for a free quote to bring one to your community. FOUR LANGUAGES Menus and settings in English, Spanish, Portuguese and French. Designed by speech-language pathologist Barbara Fernandes and the team at Smarty Ears. Symbols by Smarty Symbols.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk at 78% against Expressive Go's 0%. Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (51 vs 7). Expressive Go's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per month and Expressive Go sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk has 51 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk's written reviews are positive against 0% of Expressive Go's.
Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk ships an update every 3 weeks, Expressive Go fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk | Expressive Go |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (51 ratings) — better | 3.0 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 77.5% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 51 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 692 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Otsimo | Smarty Ears |
Customer experience
Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk
Expressive Go
Bugs and requests
Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk
Reported bugs
4 issues- App does not load past the first screen
- App is glitchy when adding or editing cards
- Signing in is bugged
- Unauthorized money taken from account
Requested features
4 requests- Lifetime purchase option
- Ability to explore basics without signing up
- Lock home screen or password protection for editing mode
- Customization transfers between devices
Expressive Go
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Otsimo AAC | Tap and Talk
- AAC Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$5.491 Month
- Monthly Subscription6 Months trial$5.491 Month
- Special Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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- AAC Annual Subscription7 Days trial$35.901 Year
- Annual Subscription6 Months trial$35.901 Year
- Otsimo Bundle$189.991 Year
Expressive Go
- Monthly Subscription$8.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription2 variants$49.991 Year
- One-Time Unlock OLDFree
- Full Access (One-Time Fee)$49.99
Questions
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