LumaVoice vs PEC Board
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
LumaVoice
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The affordable AAC app that gives nonverbal kids and adults their voice back β for less than the cost of one therapy session. LumaVoice turns simple taps into natural, AI-polished speech. Built with speech therapists, loved by families: 1,050+ communication pictograms, 5 languages, therapy progress reports, and emergency phrases on Apple Watch. Try free for 7 days. **KEY FEATURES:** β’ **Visual Communication Pictograms** - Tap colorful pictograms with emojis to build sentences and speak them aloud with natural-sounding voices β’ **Smart Predictions** - AI-powered suggestions learn your communication patterns to recommend relevant pictograms based on context, time, and location β’ **Multiple Languages** - Full support for English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole with translated pictograms and UI β’ **Custom Pictograms** - Create unlimited personalized pictograms with your own labels, emojis, and pronunciation β’ **Emergency Phrases** - Quick access to critical medical, safety, and help phrases for urgent situations β’ **Sentence Polishing** - AI enhancement makes your sentences more natural and grammatically correct β’ **Emotion Regulation Tools** - Track feelings, intensity levels, and coping strategies with visual emotion boards β’ **Therapy Mode (RBT/BCBA)** - Professional tools for therapists to track sessions, set goals, and generate progress reports β’ **First-Then Boards** - Visual schedules help communicate task sequences for better understanding and routine β’ **Phrase History** - Access previously spoken sentences for quick reuse β’ **Quick Phrases** - Save your most-used sentences for instant access β’ **Voice Customization** - Automatically adjusts voice pitch and speed based on user age (child, teen, adult) β’ **Literacy Support** - Phonetic practice and word-building exercises to develop reading skills β’ **Learning Mode** - Track progress as you learn new communication pictograms with highlighted new vocabulary β’ **Advanced Analytics** - Detailed usage insights show communication patterns, most-used pictograms, and progress over time β’ **Scanning Mode** - Accessibility feature for users with motor impairments β’ **Apple Watch Support** - Access emergency phrases right from your wrist β’ **Privacy First** - Face ID/Touch ID protection, local data storage, no tracking **PERFECT FOR:** - Children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - Individuals with apraxia of speech - People with cerebral palsy - Those recovering from stroke (aphasia) - Anyone with speech and language delays - Special education classrooms - Speech-language therapy sessions - Families supporting non-verbal loved ones **THERAPIST & EDUCATOR FEATURES:** - Session tracking with detailed notes - Goal setting and progress monitoring - Export therapy reports (CSV format) - Usage analytics for data-driven decisions - Customizable pictogram libraries for each student/client LumaVoice empowers communication, builds confidence, and opens up a world of connection for individuals with speech difficulties. Download now and give someone the gift of voice. (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
PEC Board
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PEC Board β Picture Exchange Communication Made Easy Designed by the neurodivergent community, for the neurodivergent community. PEC Board is a modern, intuitive Picture Exchange Communication (PEC) application designed to support individuals who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Whether for children learning to communicate, adults with speech difficulties, or anyone seeking an alternative communication method, PEC Board makes expressive communication accessible, engaging, and effective. Core Features: Build sentences by tapping colorful picture cards organized into categories like people, actions, feelings, food, places, and more. Each card displays a clear image paired with a word, making communication visual and easy to understand. Hear your message come to life with built-in text-to-speechβtap the speak button to hear your sentence read aloud, supporting learning and natural conversation flow. Add personalized words and upload custom images to create a truly unique communication board that reflects the user's interests, needs, and personality. Organize words across intuitive categories (people, actions, feelings, food, drinks, places, objects, colors, numbers, body parts, time, questions, and more) for quick access during conversations. Mark favorite words for instant one-tap access to frequently used phrases, speeding up communication in daily conversations. Customization & Personalization: Choose from multiple color schemes (Colorful, Pastel Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple, Soft Gray) to match preferences and reduce visual fatigue. Customize the app background with gradient themes, making the interface feel personal and inviting. Set a custom name and secure your settings with an optional PIN protection. Cross-Device Synchronization: Your communication board syncs seamlessly across devices, ensuring consistency whether you're at home, school, or on the go. Favorite words and preferences are saved locally for quick access, with full board data stored securely in the cloud. Designed for Everyone: Intuitive touch interface optimized for users of all ages and abilities. High-contrast, accessible design that works beautifully on tablets and phones. Parental and caregiver controls for managing and monitoring communication progress. PEC Board empowers users to express themselves clearly, confidently, and independently. Start building better conversations today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PEC Board at none against LumaVoice's 3. PEC Board also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). LumaVoice's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. LumaVoice sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. PEC Board asks for nothing beyond the download.
LumaVoice ships an update every 3 days, PEC Board every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LumaVoice | PEC Board |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days β better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 196 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EDWARD BRIAN CANALE | Alexandros Preston |
In-app purchases
LumaVoice
- LumaVoice Access7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- LumaVoice Access7 Days trial$79.991 Year
- LumaVoice Full Access$149.99
PEC Board
No in-app purchases









