Comparison

Speeches vs RedirectWeb

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

Head to head
About

Speeches

This app converts typed text into speech using iOS voice technology. You can adjust the speaking speed and pitch, and save your creations for later. It supports multiple output languages.

Highlights
  • Text-to-speech conversion
  • Adjustable speaking speed
  • Adjustable pitch
  • Save and load texts
  • Multiple output languages
Features
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Speeches basiert auf der iOS Sprachtechnologie. Die App spricht eingegebene Texte in einer frei wählbarer Geschwindigkeit und Tonhöhe. Erstellte Texte können gespeichert und zur späteren Verwendung geladen werden. Speeches unterstützt verschiedene Ausgabesprachen. Voreingestellt ist die Sprache des iPhones. Andere Sprachen können ausgewählt werden. Hinweis: Die App übersetzt keine Texte.

About

RedirectWeb

Automate your web browsing with custom URL redirects. This Safari extension lets you control how links open, from mapping apps to search engines and social media platforms, offering a cleaner, ad-free experience. It supports advanced rule creation and syncs across your Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Automatic URL redirection
  • Customizable rules
  • Smart Maps redirection
  • Privacy-focused search engines
  • Ad-free social media
  • iCloud Sync
  • Regex support
Features
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Tired of manually fixing URLs? RedirectWeb is a Safari extension that automatically redirects URLs based on your custom rules. Save time, protect your privacy, and browse the web your way. — TOP FEATURES & USE CASES — • Smart Maps Redirection: Automatically open Google Maps links in Apple Maps. • Search Your Way: Force Safari to use Kagi, Startpage, Brave Search, or any privacy-focused engine as your default. • Better Social Media: Redirect Twitter/X to Nitter, Reddit to Old Reddit, or YouTube to Invidious for a cleaner, ad-free experience. • Global Compatibility: Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Also compatible with Chrome and Firefox on Mac. • Extensive Library: Don't know where to start? Browse our built-in library of popular, pre-made rules. — PRIVACY FIRST — • Zero Tracking: We do not collect any personal data. Your browsing habits stay on your device. • No Ads: Enjoy a distraction-free utility. — FOR POWER USERS — • Multiple Rule Formats: Support for Wildcards and full Regular Expressions (Regex). • Advanced Logic: Use exclusion patterns to prevent loops and capture groups ($1, $2) for complex URL rewriting. • Ultra-Fast DNR Rules: Leverage the modern Declarative Net Request API for lightning-fast, zero-latency redirections before network requests even start. Gain granular control by filtering resource types and HTTP methods. • Sync & Backup: iCloud Sync keeps your rules updated across all your devices. Export/Import JSON for easy backup. — FOR ENTERPRISES & IT ADMINS — • MDM Support: Centrally deploy and manage redirection rules across your organization's devices using Apple's Managed App Configuration (Jamf, Intune, Kandji, etc.). • Enforced Routing & Control: Seamlessly redirect employees during internal system migrations, set up intranet access, and lock down in-app settings to prevent user tampering. For Volume Purchase Program (VPP) customers, we also offer a Pro version with all features unlocked out-of-the-box, ideal for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations of all types. Search for "RedirectWeb Pro" on the App Store. — PRICING — • Start for Free: Enjoy 1 active rule forever. No ads, no time limits. • Pro Unlock: One-time purchase or low-cost subscription for unlimited rules and iCloud Sync. Universal Purchase included. Buy once, use on all devices. — HOW IT WORKS — 1. Install RedirectWeb and enable the extension in Safari. 2. Add a rule from the Library or create your own "From → To" flow. 3. Browse as usual. RedirectWeb handles the rest in the background! — SUPPORT — Questions or feedback? Go to Settings → "Send Feedback" within the app. We listen to our users! Take control of your web links today. Download RedirectWeb and skip the detours.

Screenshots

Speeches2 screens
RedirectWeb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Speeches at none against RedirectWeb's 2. Speeches also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). RedirectWeb's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 91 months) and ratings volume (74 vs 1). On price 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. RedirectWeb sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Speeches asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Speeches holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RedirectWeb has 74 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speeches ships an update every 91 months, RedirectWeb fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Speeches versus RedirectWeb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeechesRedirectWeb
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (74 ratings)
Positive reviews—93.4% of reviews
Number of ratings174 — better
Update frequencyEvery 91 monthsFortnightly — better
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSIMBITManabu Nakazawa

Customer experience

Speeches

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

RedirectWeb

All ratings74 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive93.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.6%

Bugs and requests

Speeches

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

RedirectWeb

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App is too difficult to understand for non-coders
  • Redirection isn't smooth
  • Some users report it doesn't work at all
  • Extension doesn't open other apps as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Folders and search feature for created rules
  • More in-depth tutorial for complex redirects
  • Wildcard support in a future update
  • Ability to modify request headers
  • More examples in the help guide for wildcard redirects

In-app purchases

None

Speeches

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RedirectWeb

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock all features (1 year)7 Days trial$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock all features forever$3.99

Questions

Is Speeches free?
Speeches is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RedirectWeb free?
RedirectWeb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Speeches or RedirectWeb?
Speeches is rated higher. Speeches averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while RedirectWeb averages 4.7 from 74 ratings.
Which is updated more often, Speeches or RedirectWeb?
Speeches ships an update every 91 months, and RedirectWeb fortnightly. Most recently, Speeches was updated on October 17, 2026 and RedirectWeb on October 25, 2026.

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