Comparison

TalkText vs Article TTS

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

Head to head
About

TalkText

Convert any written content into natural-sounding audio with this versatile text-to-speech application. It supports various input methods, including document scanning, image text recognition, and web page reading, making content accessible on the go.

Highlights
  • Document scanning (PDF, Word)
  • Image text recognition
  • Web page reader
  • YouTube transcription
  • 100+ AI voices
  • Customizable playback speed
  • Offline functionality (Pro)
Features
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Turn meetings, lectures, interviews and voice notes into text, right on your iPhone. TalkText runs an AI speech model on your device, so your recordings are never uploaded. It even works in Airplane Mode. PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Transcription happens 100% on your iPhone • No account, no cloud, nothing to leak • Works offline, anywhere ACCURATE, IN 100+ LANGUAGES • Powered by Whisper Large v3 Turbo, running locally • Automatic language detection, or pick one yourself • Custom words for names, brands and jargon KNOW WHO SAID WHAT • Speakers are separated automatically • Name them once and every line updates • Speaker labels carry over to your exports RECORD OR IMPORT • One tap to record, hours long, screen locked • Import audio and video: MP3, M4A, WAV, MP4, MOV and more • Open files from other apps straight into TalkText READ, LISTEN, SHARE • Text highlights in sync with playback, tap any line to jump there • Search inside transcripts and across your library • Folders to keep work, classes and podcasts apart • Export as text (TXT) or subtitles (SRT), or share the audio SUMMARIES WITH APPLE INTELLIGENCE • Key points and action items from long recordings • Generated on-device on supported iPhones GREAT FOR Meetings, lectures, interviews, podcasts, YouTube and TikTok subtitles, journaling and quick voice memos. TALKTEXT PRO TalkText is a subscription app. Pro unlocks everything: unlimited full-length transcripts, speaker labels, Apple Intelligence summaries, and subtitle and audio export. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple Account. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://magic-drip-49c.notion.site/TalkText-Privacy-Policy-2639e6b9311080948771f023f11503b7 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Article TTS

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PRODUCTIVITY MEETS AUDIO Transform your reading list into a listening experience. ArticleTTS helps busy people consume more content by turning articles into audio - perfect for multitasking. Save articles from any website, organize them into playlists, and listen while commuting, exercising, or doing chores. With natural voices, adjustable speed, and offline access, you'll never fall behind on your reading again. Features: • Text-to-speech with natural voices • Smart playlists for continuous listening • Works completely offline • Folder organization • Share articles from Safari or any other app to ArticleTTS to store articles. • Reading progress tracking • Article translation (iOS 26+) • Import/export via CSV Try free for 30 days, then $0.99/month or $9.99 lifetime. Download ArticleTTS and make every moment productive.   Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://altercaze.github.io/articletts-legal/privacy-policy

Screenshots

TalkText4 screens
Article TTS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Article TTS at every 5 days against TalkText's every 13 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. TalkText sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Article TTS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TalkText ships an update every 13 months, Article TTS every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
TalkText versus Article TTS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTalkTextArticle TTS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size623 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMuhammed Ali BalcJerry Hsu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TalkText

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Yearly$59.991 Year
2 purchases

Article TTS

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • ArticleTTS Lifetime Access$9.99

Questions

Is TalkText free?
TalkText is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Article TTS free?
Article TTS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TalkText or Article TTS have ads?
Neither TalkText nor Article TTS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TalkText or Article TTS?
TalkText ships an update every 13 months, and Article TTS every 5 days. Most recently, TalkText was updated on October 24, 2026 and Article TTS on October 25, 2026.

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