Comparison

PEC Board vs AutiConnect Cares

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

Head to head
About

PEC Board

Features
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PEC Board – 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-speech—tap 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.

About

AutiConnect Cares

Features
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AutiConnect Cares is a communication tool designed for parents, caregivers, and therapists supporting individuals with autism. Set up the app for your loved one to help them express their basic needs using clear, easy-to-tap buttons in a calm and intuitive interface. Users can communicate common requests such as food, water, rest, or help — making everyday communication more comfortable and stress-free. Designed with simplicity and accessibility in mind to support individuals with autism in their daily routines.

Screenshots

PEC Board4 screens
AutiConnect Cares3 screens

Verdict

The call

PEC Board and AutiConnect Cares are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
PEC Board versus AutiConnect Cares: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPEC BoardAutiConnect Cares
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB194 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAlexandros Prestonsamer sweiss

In-app purchases

None

PEC Board

No in-app purchases

None

AutiConnect Cares

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PEC Board free?
PEC Board is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AutiConnect Cares free?
AutiConnect Cares is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PEC Board or AutiConnect Cares have ads?
Neither PEC Board nor AutiConnect Cares shows ads.

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