Comparison

GibTalk vs ETalken AAC

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

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About

GibTalk

Features
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GibTalk - Communication for Everyone A free, multi-language AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) app that empowers people with speech disabilities to communicate clearly and confidently. Whether you're nonverbal, have difficulty speaking due to autism, stroke, cerebral palsy, or other conditions - GibTalk helps you express yourself. - Completely free - No ads, ever - Works in multiple languages - Works offline - Open source FEATURES Multi-Language Support Give each word its own language, from the voices installed on your device. Perfect for multilingual families. If a word's language has no voice on your device, GibTalk tells you and helps you install one. Customizable Word Library Add your own words, phrases, and sentences. Edit anytime to match your needs. Rearrange words by dragging them in edit mode. Organize Your Way Use folders to group related words - daily needs, emotions, questions, or by location/activity. Templates and Word Files Start quickly with ready-made word sets, or add words from a file: make your own set on a computer with the template builder at gibtalk.com, then import it into GibTalk. Backup & Restore Save all your words as a file (to Google Drive, email, or anywhere you like) and restore them on any device. Symbol Search Search about 16,700 free picture symbols from ARASAAC, Mulberry and Tawasol, or use your own photos. Text-to-Speech Keyboard Type freely and have your words spoken aloud. WHO IS THIS FOR? GibTalk helps people who: - Are nonverbal or have limited speech - Have autism spectrum disorder - Are recovering from stroke or brain injury - Have cerebral palsy - Have motor neuron disease (ALS/MND) - Need temporary speech support after surgery - Work as speech therapists or special education teachers PRIVACY & TRANSPARENCY - No data collection, no account - No ads - No subscriptions - Your words stay on your device. Only symbol search and templates use the internet. - Open source: https://github.com/ragibkl/GibTalk Built with care for the disability community. Communication is a human right. HELP US IMPROVE Teachers & Speech Therapists: We're looking for educators to help create word templates for different regions and activities. Website: https://gibtalk.com Support: https://gibtalk.com/support/ Email: ragib.badaruddin@gmail.com Built with teachers from Permata Kurnia, Malaysia. FAQ How do I use different languages for a word? Edit the word and choose a language from the list. The list shows the languages your device has a voice for; choose "Add a language…" to install more. A word speaks in the wrong language. What do I do? Your device probably has no voice for that language yet. GibTalk shows a red dot on the Edit button; in edit mode, tap "Install voice". You can also install voices yourself: on Android, Settings → Text-to-speech output → your engine's settings → Install voice data; on iPhone and iPad, Settings → Accessibility → Spoken Content → Voices.

About

ETalken AAC

Communicate hands-free using intuitive thumb gestures or a visual board. This app speaks your words aloud, allowing you to maintain eye contact. Customize vocabulary, voices, and gestures to suit your needs.

Highlights
  • Gesture-based communication
  • Visual picture board option
  • Customizable words and gestures
  • Personalizable voice and appearance
  • Import existing AAC boards
  • On-device data storage
  • No advertisements
Features
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ETalken AAC helps people talk without looking at the screen. Draw a simple gesture with your thumb, anywhere on the screen, and ETalken says the word or sentence out loud. Your eyes can stay on the person you're talking to. Talk your way Use thumb gestures for quick words and whole sentences, or tap a full picture board when you'd rather see your choices. Switch between them any time. Learn as you go Lessons show each gesture and let you practice at your own pace, until it feels natural. Make it yours Add your own words, photos and gestures. Choose the voice, the look and the size that suit you. Bring your board Coming from another AAC app? Take screenshots of your board, and ETalken arranges its own board the way you're used to: the same words, the same folders, in the same places. The screenshots are read on your device. Type anywhere The ETalken keyboard brings your board and gestures to Messages and your other apps. Made for every day ETalken works in 17 languages, keeps your data on your device and has no ads. A caregiver lock and automatic backups keep everything safe. ETalken is for anyone who uses AAC, and for the families, teachers and therapists who support them. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://etalken.com/privacy

Screenshots

GibTalk3 screens
ETalken AAC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GibTalk at none against ETalken AAC's 3. ETalken AAC's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 10 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. ETalken AAC sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. GibTalk asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GibTalk ships an update every 10 days, ETalken AAC every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GibTalk versus ETalken AAC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGibTalkETalken AAC
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMohd Ragib Bin BadaruddinAmmar Saleh

In-app purchases

None

GibTalk

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

ETalken AAC

Subscriptions2
  • ETalken Monthly$7.991 Month
  • ETalken Yearly$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • ETalken Premium$99.99

Questions

Is GibTalk free?
GibTalk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ETalken AAC free?
ETalken AAC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GibTalk or ETalken AAC have ads?
Neither GibTalk nor ETalken AAC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GibTalk or ETalken AAC?
GibTalk ships an update every 10 days, and ETalken AAC every 5 days. Most recently, GibTalk was updated on November 12, 2026 and ETalken AAC on November 10, 2026.

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