Text to Speech vs PDF to Text ◍
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
PDF to Text ◍
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PDF to Text is a focused utility for converting readable PDF content into plain text. Use it to inspect document text, create TXT output, and keep a lightweight copy of information from supported PDFs. The workflow is direct: choose a PDF, confirm the output name, run extraction, then review the generated text result. History helps you track recent conversions and reopen saved files. Password-protected PDFs or documents without readable text may not convert successfully. PDF to Text lets you use the app at no cost. However, premium access may be available as an optional in-app upgrade. Privacy Policy: https://alderpathstudio.github.io/PDF-to-Text/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://alderpathstudio.github.io/PDF-to-Text/term-of-use.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Text to Speech at 15.0 against PDF to Text ◍'s 17.0. 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
Both are free to download. Text to Speech sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and PDF to Text ◍ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Text to Speech | PDF to Text ◍ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (667 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 667 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dzionis Brek | Jeny Goentoro |
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
PDF to Text ◍
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Text to Speech
- 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 Unlimited$14.991 Month
- Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Text to Speech Unlimited$29.991 Year
- Text to Speech Unlimited$39.991 Year
- Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Text to Speech Unlimited3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Text to Speech Unlimited$49.991 Year
- Text to Speech Unlimited1 Year trial$49.991 Year
- 25 Extra Action$1.99
PDF to Text ◍
- PDF to Text 1W$2.997 Days
- 1M$5.991 Month
- 1Y3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Pro$49.99
Questions
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