Comparison

NPNorms vs Speech Assistant AAC Pad

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

Head to head
About

NPNorms

Features
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NPNorms is a working reference library and scoring calculator for neuropsychological assessment — built for the people who actually use this stuff every day. Whether you're a graduate student learning your way around the WAIS, a postdoc working through a stack of reports, or a clinician who just needs a quick bedside reference, NPNorms puts the data you need within thumb's reach. WHAT'S FREE • Browse the full library of neuropsychological measures • Continuous addition of neuropsychological peer-reviewed studies • View the studies behind each measure — authors, year, sample, and key details WITH A BASIC SUBSCRIPTION • Score patient data against published norms in seconds • Search the full studies database by keyword, author, title, and demographics • View detailed normative data: trial values, ranges, and sample demographics for every study • Save your scoring sessions and revisit them later WHO IT'S FOR • Graduate students learning neuropsychological assessment • Interns, residents, and postdoctoral fellows preparing reports • Clinicians who want a fast, no-fuss reference at the point of care • Researchers comparing measures across studies PRICING Start with a 1-month free trial of Basic. After the trial: • $4.99 per month, or • $39.99 per year (save 33% versus monthly) Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. ABOUT NPNorms is intended as a reference and scoring aid for trained professionals and students of neuropsychological assessment. It does not provide diagnostic conclusions and is not a substitute for clinical judgment. NPNorms is also available on the web at npnorms.net. Mobile and web subscriptions are billed separately. Questions or feedback: info@npnorms.net Coming in next version: Dynamic plotting of trials values, from Mitrushina, M., Oxford Press Privacy Policy: https://npnorms.net/privacy-policy/ Terms of Sale and Use: https://npnorms.net/terms-of-sale-and-use/

About

Speech Assistant AAC Pad

This app enables individuals with speech difficulties to communicate using a customizable phrase board. It offers hands-free control via head tracking and allows for personalized voice recordings and custom symbols.

Highlights
  • Hands-free head tracking control
  • Customizable phrase board
  • Personalized voice recordings
  • Category organization for phrases
  • Custom symbols and images
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Cloud sync across devices
Features
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Speech Assistant is an AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) app for individuals with speech difficulties. Communicate using a fully customizable phrase board — controlled by touch, or entirely hands-free with your face. Head Tracking — Hands-Free Control Use your iPhone's front camera to control the app with head movements alone. No touch required. A smooth on-screen cursor follows your gaze and activates any phrase tile after a brief dwell — enabling fully independent communication for users with limited or no hand mobility. Communicate Instantly Tap — or dwell — on any phrase tile to speak it aloud using high-quality text-to-speech or your own recorded voice. Organize with Categories Group phrases into categories for quick access. Reorder, hide, or customize each category with icons and layout options. Custom Symbols & Images Attach your own photos or images to phrase tiles for visual communication support. Personal Voice Recording Record your own voice for any phrase. Your recording plays instead of synthesized speech when the phrase is activated. Apple Watch Support Browse categories and speak phrases directly from your wrist — ideal for on-the-go communication. Caretaker Mode A dedicated mode for caregivers to manage phrases and categories without disrupting the user's board. Cloud Sync Phrases, categories, and media sync across devices automatically. Premium Unlock unlimited phrases, categories, custom symbols, and voice recordings. Privacy Policy: https://speechassistant-loki.web.app/privacypolicy.html Terms of Use: https://speechassistant-loki.web.app/terms.html

Screenshots

NPNorms4 screens
Speech Assistant AAC Pad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NPNorms at 17.6 against Speech Assistant AAC Pad's 26.0. 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. NPNorms sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Speech Assistant AAC Pad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
NPNorms versus Speech Assistant AAC Pad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNPNormsSpeech Assistant AAC Pad
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequency—Every 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB116 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThomas HoltonKeerthi Reddy Bommareddy

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NPNorms

Subscriptions2
  • Basic Access$4.991 Month
  • Basic Access$39.991 Year
4 purchases

Speech Assistant AAC Pad

Subscriptions3
  • SAA Premium Access Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Access Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • SAA Premium Access - Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • SAA Premium Access Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is NPNorms free?
NPNorms is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speech Assistant AAC Pad free?
Speech Assistant AAC Pad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NPNorms or Speech Assistant AAC Pad have ads?
Neither NPNorms nor Speech Assistant AAC Pad shows ads.

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