Comparison

ReadBack vs NuTTS

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

Head to head
About

ReadBack

This application converts documents like PDFs and Word files into natural-sounding speech. It's designed for users who need to listen to written content, offering lifelike voices and background playback for multitasking. Your files are processed and stored locally for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Reads documents aloud (PDF, Word, EPUB)
  • Lifelike, comfortable voices
  • Background playback for multitasking
  • Unlimited audio replays
  • Local file processing for privacy
  • Pay-as-you-go credits or subscriptions
Features
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ReadBack is a powerful, easy-to-use text-to-speech app built for writers, students, and professionals. Import your Word docs, PDFs, EPUBs, text files, or notes and let ReadBack read them aloud in voices designed to stay smooth and comfortable for long listening. Whether you’re proofreading chapters, reviewing lecture notes, or catching up on research during your commute, ReadBack makes it easy to keep up with your reading. Why people love ReadBack: - It reads real documents, from start to finish (yes, even full manuscripts) - Lifelike voices designed for hours of listening. - Plays in the background so you can multitask. - Unlimited replays of generated audio. - Great for catching awkward sentences, studying on the go, or giving your eyes a break. Privacy comes first: Your files are yours. After processing documents into audio, ReadBack doesn’t store your content on its servers. All of your documents and document audio live on your device only. Perfect for drafts, sensitive notes, or research. Subscriptions & Credits: Choose the plan that works best for you. ReadBack's subscriptions offer the best value for frequent listeners. But, for infrequent or irregular listening, try pay-as-you-go credits. They never expire. Why wait? Join writers, students, and professionals already using ReadBack to polish your work, focus better, and save time. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

NuTTS

Features
Read full description

NuTTS 是一款面向中文长文本的文档转语音工具。你可以导入纯文本、Markdown、Word 和带文字层的 PDF 文档,提取正文后转换为可收听的音频,并在 App 内直接播放。 App 默认提供示例文本和已合成的示例音频,方便首次打开即可体验。实际语音合成功能支持阿里百炼 Qwen-TTS,API Key 保存在本机 Keychain,用户可在设置中配置服务地址、模型、音色和朗读指令,用于不同内容风格的朗读。 适合把文章、报告、学习资料转换成可收听音频,在通勤、运动或碎片时间使用。

Screenshots

ReadBack4 screens
NuTTS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NuTTS at none against ReadBack's 7. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. ReadBack sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. NuTTS asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ReadBack ships an update fortnightly, NuTTS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ReadBack versus NuTTS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReadBackNuTTS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrent Guillory逸 陈

In-app purchases

7 purchases

ReadBack

Subscriptions4
  • ReadBack Plus$4.991 Month
  • ReadBack Pro$9.991 Month
  • ReadBack Plus7 Days trial$47.991 Year
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  • ReadBack Pro$95.991 Year
One-time3
  • 1 Hour Credit$0.99
  • 5 Hour Credit$4.49
  • 10 Hour Credit$7.49
None

NuTTS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ReadBack free?
ReadBack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NuTTS free?
NuTTS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ReadBack or NuTTS have ads?
Neither ReadBack nor NuTTS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ReadBack or NuTTS?
ReadBack ships an update fortnightly, and NuTTS every 3 weeks. Most recently, ReadBack was updated on October 6, 2026 and NuTTS on October 9, 2026.

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