Comparison

TouchSounds vs Deaf Transcribe Assistant

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

Head to head
About

TouchSounds

This app translates sounds into text in real-time and converts text into speech with adjustable speed and pitch. It also expresses sound through phone vibrations and offers a tactile ASMR experience. Users can record sounds and interact with a virtual pet.

Highlights
  • Real-time sound to text translation
  • Text to speech with adjustable voice
  • Sound vibration feedback
  • Tactile ASMR experiences
  • Real-time sound recording
  • Virtual pet interaction
Features
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[Real-time translation of sounds into text] It can also be used when watching live broadcasts, it is real-time, accurate, and supports multiple languages. [Enter text and convert it into sound] It supports multiple languages, has multiple built-in voices, and can freely adjust the speaking speed and pitch. [Vibration accurately expresses sound] Based on mathematical algorithms, the timbre, frequency, and intensity of different sounds are expressed in the vibration of the mobile phone motor. You can also manually adjust the interception frequency for a more appropriate experience. [Pet the cute kitten] Pet the kitten, kitten will respond to you in the most comforting way - a thunderous purr. Satisfy your visual, tactile and auditory senses. [ASMR that hearing-impaired friends can also experience] It has built-in a variety of natural sounds and converts them into the delicate vibration of mobile phone motors, making the sounds touchable. Good news for ASMR lovers. [Real-time recording of sound] Record every moment of your life and experience different ‘sounds’. [Real-time speech recognition] The App supports recognition of more than 100 languages and converts them into text in real time. [Support game controller] Connect a game controller to the App to experience a stronger vibration effect. [Kind tips] If you encounter any problems or have any suggestions about your experience, you can send them to our email: 947268652@qq.com We never stop optimizing the product and fixing bugs. Your feedback is the greatest help for us to improve our services! TouchSounds suitable for iphone8 or later~~ -- Terms of Service: https://blastbricks.github.io/TouchSounds/Terms.html -- Privacy Policy: https://blastbricks.github.io/TouchSounds/PrivacyPolicy.html

About

Deaf Transcribe Assistant

This communication assistant tool uses advanced speech recognition and text-to-speech technology to enable barrier-free conversations for deaf and mute individuals. It offers real-time transcription, customizable phrases, and offline functionality for daily use and emergencies.

Highlights
  • Real-time speech-to-text transcription
  • Intelligent text-to-speech with multiple voices
  • Quick daily phrase expression with custom support
  • Offline functionality
  • User-friendly interface
  • iPad/iPhone dual-platform compatibility
Features
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An accessible communication assistant tool designed specifically for deaf and mute individuals. It helps deaf and mute people achieve barrier-free communication through advanced speech recognition and text-to-speech technology. 1. Real-time Speech-to-Text - Supports real-time speech recognition - High-precision speech transcription, fast and accurate - Clear recording status display with duration indicators 2. Intelligent Text-to-Speech - Supports multiple high-quality voices - Adjustable speech rate for different scenarios - Enhanced and standard voice options available 3. Quick Daily Phrase Expression - Built-in multiple life scenario categories: Greetings, Needs, Thanks, Apologies, Emergency - Rich collection of common phrases - One-tap playback for quick expression - Custom phrase support for convenient and fast communication 4. User-Friendly Design - Clean and intuitive interface design - iPad/iPhone dual-platform compatibility - Multi-language interface switching support - Offline support, works without internet connection Use Cases: - Daily social communication - Hospital visits and medical consultations - Shopping mall interactions - Emergency assistance calls - Public space communication This app is dedicated to providing convenient and efficient communication assistance tools for deaf and mute individuals, eliminating communication barriers. Whether for daily conversations or emergency situations, it provides timely and effective communication support for deaf and mute people. Terms of Service: https://deafhelper.xzonesoft.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://deafhelper.xzonesoft.com/privacy.html Contact Us: support@xzonesoft.com

Screenshots

TouchSounds4 screens
Deaf Transcribe Assistant4 screens

Verdict

The call

TouchSounds and Deaf Transcribe Assistant both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of TouchSounds's written reviews are positive against 0% of Deaf Transcribe Assistant's. TouchSounds also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. TouchSounds sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Deaf Transcribe Assistant 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TouchSounds against 5.0 for Deaf Transcribe Assistant. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of TouchSounds's written reviews are positive against 0% of Deaf Transcribe Assistant's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchSounds ships an update every 11 days, Deaf Transcribe Assistant every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 20, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TouchSounds versus Deaf Transcribe Assistant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchSoundsDeaf Transcribe Assistant
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer祖铁 程灿耿 陈

Customer experience

TouchSounds

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Deaf Transcribe Assistant

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TouchSounds

One-time2
  • One Year VIP Membership$2.99
  • Permanent VIP Membership$3.99
3 purchases

Deaf Transcribe Assistant

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$24.99

Questions

Is TouchSounds free?
TouchSounds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Deaf Transcribe Assistant free?
Deaf Transcribe Assistant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TouchSounds or Deaf Transcribe Assistant?
TouchSounds and Deaf Transcribe Assistant are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do TouchSounds or Deaf Transcribe Assistant have ads?
Neither TouchSounds nor Deaf Transcribe Assistant shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TouchSounds or Deaf Transcribe Assistant?
TouchSounds ships an update every 11 days, and Deaf Transcribe Assistant every 2 weeks. Most recently, TouchSounds was updated on August 20, 2026 and Deaf Transcribe Assistant on September 9, 2026.

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