# Text to Speech vs Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader

The clearest difference is update cadence: Text to Speech at every 2 weeks against Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader's every 3 months. Text to Speech also leads on ratings volume (685 vs 110). Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Text to Speech sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Text to Speech has 685 ratings behind it against 110, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 31% and 31% positive.

Text to Speech ships an update every 2 weeks, Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Text to Speech | Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (685 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-to-speech-ai-book-reader/id739280962/reviews) | **[4.6 (110 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-aloud-reader-tts-reader/id1617438798/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **685** | 110 |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews | **31.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 125 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dzionis Brek](https://appshunter.io/developer/525602569) | [汇杭 钟](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481585840) |

## What reviewers say

### Text to Speech

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-to-speech-ai-book-reader/id739280962)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $11.99 | per month |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $29.99 | per year |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $29.99 | per year |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $49.99 | per year |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $49.99 | per year |
| Text to Speech Unlimited | $49.99 | per year |
| 25 Extra Action | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎙️ Natural-sounding voices compared to Google Translate
- 📝 Handles longer text passages effectively
- 🎛️ Customizable voice, pitch, and speed settings
- ⬇️ Download functionality for created content
- ✍️ Helpful for writing and editing workflow

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Robotic and unnatural voice quality
- 🐛 Small buttons difficult to tap on mobile
- ⚪ White flash when switching between pages
- 💰 Expensive pricing ($40-59 AUD annually)
- 🚫 No free trial before purchase

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

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


### Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-aloud-reader-tts-reader/id1617438798)

Convert text to speech in 31 languages with customizable voices, speed, and pitch. Scan text from photos or import from various sources. Export audio, bookmark, and highlight spoken text for an enhanced reading experience.

**Highlights:** Text to speech conversion, 31 language support, Customizable voice, speed, and pitch, OCR for text scanning, MP3 audio export, Bookmark and highlighting features, Import from weblinks and iCloud

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium for 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium for 12 months | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Version | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Text to Speech free?

Text to Speech is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader free?

Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Text to Speech or Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader?

Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader is rated higher. Text to Speech averages 4.4 out of 5 from 685 ratings, while Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader averages 4.6 from 110 ratings.

### Do Text to Speech or Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader have ads?

Both Text to Speech and Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Text to Speech or Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader?

Text to Speech ships an update every 2 weeks, and Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader every 3 months. Most recently, Text to Speech was updated on September 21, 2026 and Voice Aloud Reader TTS reader on September 23, 2026.

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