TalkText vs Text to Speech
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Document scanning (PDF, Word)
- Image text recognition
- Web page reader
- YouTube transcription
- 100+ AI voices
- Customizable playback speed
- Offline functionality (Pro)
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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/
Text to Speech
This app converts text from various sources into natural-sounding speech. It offers premium AI voices, background playback, and offline listening, making reading accessible and effortless for everyone.
- Convert articles, PDFs, and web pages to speech
- Import content from other apps
- Premium AI voices with adjustable speed and pitch
- Background playback
- Offline listening
- Ideal for dyslexia and visual impairments
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MonReader transforms any text into natural-sounding speech, making reading effortless and accessible for everyone. LISTEN TO ANYTHING - Convert articles, PDFs, documents, and web pages to speech - Import content from your favorite apps and websites - Paste text directly or use the share extension PREMIUM AI VOICES - Choose from multiple high-quality, natural-sounding voices - Adjust speed and pitch to your preference - Multiple voice styles and accents available LISTEN ANYWHERE - Background playback - keep listening while using other apps - Works offline after content is loaded - Perfect for commutes, workouts, or multitasking ACCESSIBILITY FIRST - Ideal for people with dyslexia, visual impairments, or reading difficulties - Reduce eye strain by listening instead of reading - Learn languages by hearing proper pronunciation Whether you want to consume more content, reduce screen time, or make reading more accessible, MonReader is your personal text-to-speech companion. Download now and start listening! Privacy Policy: https://monreader.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://monreader.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Text to Speech at 5.0 against TalkText's 4.5. Text to Speech also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.2). On price, ratings volume, 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. TalkText sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Text to Speech sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Text to Speech holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.
| Parameter | TalkText | Text to Speech |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 623 MB | 156 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Muhammed Ali Balc | UKGADGETS LTD |
Customer experience
TalkText
Text to Speech
In-app purchases
TalkText
- Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Yearly$59.991 Year
Text to Speech
- MonReader Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- MonReader Pro (Annual)$12.991 Year
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