Comparison

Text to Speech vs Podtxt

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

Head to head
About

Text to Speech

This app converts text into natural-sounding speech across 38 languages with over 140 customizable voices. It offers offline functionality, pitch and rate adjustments, and the ability to transform photos into text. Users can also convert speech to text and enjoy unlimited exports and sharing.

Highlights
  • 38 languages supported
  • 140+ natural voices
  • Adjustable pitch and rate
  • Offline functionality
  • Photo to text conversion (OCR)
  • Speech to text conversion
  • Unlimited export and sharing
Features
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Turn text into natural-sounding speech in seconds. Listen instead of reading — perfect for studying, work, or multitasking. Supports 38 languages and 140+ voices Natural, customizable voices Import text from PDFs, photos, files, or voice Export audio and share anywhere KEY FEATURES: • Read text aloud with realistic voices • Import from PDF, DOC, TXT, and more • Scan text from photos (OCR) • Convert speech to text • Adjust speed and pitch • Highlight spoken text with auto-scroll • Works offline PERFECT FOR: • Students and learning • Reading books and documents • Accessibility and focus • Listening on the go UNLOCK PREMIUM: • Unlimited text to speech • Unlimited OCR & speech import • Export and share audio files • No ads Subscription renews automatically unless canceled. Terms: http://dzionis.by/tts/terms.html Privacy: http://dzionis.by/tts/privacyPolicy.html

About

Podtxt

Features
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Introducing podtxt, the ultimate smart listening application that turns any text article on the web into an engaging audio experience. Perfect for the knowledge seeker on the go, podtxt is your portal to a world where education meets convenience, and language barriers vanish. Whether you’re a busy professional, a curious learner, a safe driver, or someone who learns differently, podtxt is crafted to transform the way you absorb information. Install podtxt now, and step into a world of auditory learning tailored just for you. DIVE INTO DIGITAL READING, WITHOUT THE READING With podtxt, dive into the depths of the internet's knowledge without ever looking at a screen. Tap into any article across the web and listen to it as you would your favorite podcast. YOUR NEWSPAPER, ALREADY THERE The publications you follow post their articles on podtxt, picked for you. No link to paste, no waiting: open and listen. LISTEN WHILE YOU DRIVE podtxt works with CarPlay: articles arrive on the car screen ready to play, and the list refreshes on its own. When you get in, what's new is already there. LANGUAGE NO LONGER A BARRIER The app transcends language limitations, allowing you to listen to any article in your own language, making comprehension instantaneous and learning more natural. DISCOVER THROUGH COMMUNITY Follow friends and influencers within the app to discover what they’re listening to. Expand your horizons with communal knowledge sharing. ACCESSIBLE LEARNING FOR ALL podtxt offers a lifeline for those with dyslexia, providing an alternative way to access written content without the strain, supporting a diverse range of learning preferences. Your journey towards smarter, more flexible, and inclusive learning begins here. With podtxt, each word is a step on the path to knowledge. Ready to listen? Download podtxt today.

Screenshots

Text to Speech4 screens
Podtxt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Text to Speech at every 2 weeks against Podtxt's every 3 months. Text to Speech also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Text to Speech sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Podtxt sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.90 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Text to Speech ships an update every 2 weeks, Podtxt every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Text to Speech versus Podtxt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText to SpeechPodtxt
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (667 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings667 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size125 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDzionis BrekAmpera SA

Bugs and requests

Text to Speech

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App crashes on launch or during use
  • Lag and stuttering during text scrolling
  • Highlighting misaligned with audio playback
  • Bluetooth/AirPods forced to phone speakers
  • Selected voice doesn't match actual output
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  • Free trial limited to 5 uses (accidental clicks count)
  • Screen doesn't support background playback
  • Navigation confusion and poor UX

Requested features

4 requests
  • Additional new voice options
  • Document upload and scanning capability
  • Improved voice naturalness and quality
  • Better character limit allowance

Podtxt

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Text to Speech

Subscriptions9
  • Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Text to Speech Unlimited$2.997 Days
  • Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$3.997 Days
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  • Text to Speech Unlimited$3.997 Days
  • Text to Speech Unlimited$9.991 Month
  • Text to Speech Unlimited$11.991 Month
  • Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Text to Speech Unlimited$29.991 Year
  • Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • 25 Extra Action$1.99
3 purchases

Podtxt

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly with Trial Subscription$6.907 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$6.907 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$89.001 Year

Questions

Is Text to Speech free?
Text to Speech is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Podtxt free?
Podtxt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Text to Speech or Podtxt have ads?
Both Text to Speech and Podtxt show ads.
Which is updated more often, Text to Speech or Podtxt?
Text to Speech ships an update every 2 weeks, and Podtxt every 3 months. Most recently, Text to Speech was updated on November 1, 2026 and Podtxt on November 3, 2026.

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