Comparison

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.

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

PDF to Text ◍

Features
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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

Screenshots

Text to Speech4 screens
PDF to Text ◍4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Text to Speech versus PDF to Text ◍: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText to SpeechPDF to Text ◍
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (667 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings667 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size125 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDzionis BrekJeny 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
Show 3 more
  • 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

15 purchases

Text to Speech

Subscriptions14
  • 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
One-time1
  • 25 Extra Action$1.99
4 purchases

PDF to Text ◍

Subscriptions3
  • PDF to Text 1W$2.997 Days
  • 1M$5.991 Month
  • 1Y3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro$49.99

Questions

Is Text to Speech free?
Text to Speech is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF to Text ◍ free?
PDF to Text ◍ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Text to Speech or PDF to Text ◍ have ads?
Both Text to Speech and PDF to Text ◍ show ads.

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