Comparison

Predictable Français vs Grid for iPad

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

Head to head
About

Predictable Français

This app provides advanced text-to-speech communication for individuals with speech impairments. It features intelligent word prediction, customizable phrases, and multiple access methods to facilitate faster and more efficient communication.

Highlights
  • Intelligent word prediction
  • Customizable phrases with media
  • Multiple access methods
  • Multilingual support (43 languages)
  • Personalized voice options
  • Shortcuts for quick actions
Features
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Predictable est une application de synthèse vocale multi-primée pour les personnes atteintes de conditions telles que la SLA/MND, l'autisme, la paralysie cérébrale, le syndrome de Down, et plus encore. Son objectif est de faciliter et d'accélérer la communication en utilisant une gamme de méthodes d'accès, de fonctionnalités d'amélioration du taux de parole et d'options de personnalisation. Prédiction de mots Grâce à une technologie de prédiction de mots intelligente, l'application rend facile la vocalisation d'un message textuel. Predictable apprend de votre modèle d'utilisation et prédit ce que vous allez taper ensuite, rendant la saisie plus facile et plus efficace. Phrases et catégories Enregistrez et organisez des phrases auxquelles vous devez accéder rapidement dans un format de grille simple. Personnalisez davantage vos phrases en ajoutant des symboles, des images, des enregistrements audio, des liens et plus encore. Raccourcis Choisissez parmi une large gamme de fonctionnalités utiles et passionnantes telles que les notes, le partage, la traduction, ChatGPT et le dessin pour personnaliser l'écran de votre clavier en incluant les fonctionnalités que vous souhaitez utiliser. Attachez-les aux touches du clavier, aux coins chauds, aux gestes de suivi de tête ou aux raccourcis du clavier externe. Les possibilités sont infinies ! Multilingue Passez facilement entre l'une de nos 43 langues* pour créer votre configuration bilingue personnalisée. Vous pouvez choisir une langue principale et une langue secondaire et passer facilement entre les deux en déplacement, avec des claviers et des voix appropriés sélectionnés pour les deux. Les langues prises en charge comprennent : Arabe, Bangla, Bulgare, Catalan, Chinois, Croate, Danois, Néerlandais, Anglais, Finnois, Français, Allemand, Grec, Hébreu, Hindi, Hongrois, Indonésien, Italien, Japonais, Kannada, Coréen, Maithili, Malais, Marathi, Norvégien (Bokmal), Persan, Polonais, Portugais, Pendjabi, Roumain, Russe, Slovaque, Espagnol, Suédois, Tamil, Telugu, Thaï, Turc, Ukrainien, Vietnamien, Gujarati, Ourdou, Somali *Certaines langues sont uniquement disponibles avec des voix en ligne. Options de parole et de voix Compatible avec les voix iOS standard, y compris les voix améliorées disponibles au téléchargement et votre voix personnelle iOS. Vous pouvez également utiliser votre voix enregistrée à partir de ModelTalker, Acapela, SpeakUnique et The Voice Keeper. Accessibilité Predictable propose une large gamme de méthodes d'accès et de paramètres d'accessibilité, notamment : Fonctionnalités de toucher direct pour gérer la sélection accidentelle Touche de l'écran - une méthode de numérisation où vous touchez l'écran pour la sélection et/ou la progression Accès par commutateur - accessible via un boîtier de commutation Bluetooth + commutateurs (compatible avec Therapy Box Switch Box et RJ Cooper Switch Interface) ainsi que des gestes de suivi de tête. Suivi de tête - utilise la reconnaissance faciale pour interagir avec l'application sans calibrage ni matériel supplémentaire requis. Prévisualisation auditive - entendez le texte à l'écran avant la sélection. Balayage - Créez le vôtre Apparence Personnalisez la mise en page et l'apparence pour optimiser vraiment l'application selon vos préférences en changeant la mise en page, la taille de la police, les couleurs et plus encore. Différentes options de clavier (y compris QWERTY, Ten Key, Apple et Bluetooth) et différents modèles (y compris Sombre, Contraste élevé et Faible vision) sont disponibles pour rendre cette personnalisation claire et simple. Support Des guides utilisateur sont disponibles sur votre application et sur le site web de Therapy Box. Envoyez toutes vos questions à support@therapy-box.co.uk. Vous pouvez en savoir plus sur Predictable sur https://therapy-box.co.uk/predictable

About

Grid for iPad

This app provides a comprehensive Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for individuals with diverse communication needs. It offers a wide range of symbol sets, customizable layouts, and AI-powered tools to facilitate clear and personalized communication.

Highlights
  • Evidence-based AAC resources
  • Online Grids for community content
  • In-app and Remote Editing
  • AI-powered tools
  • Multiple symbol sets (SymbolStix, PCS, Widgit)
  • Multilingual support
  • Pre-built communication tools (Super Core, Alpha Core, Text Talker)
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This version can be purchased under the Apple VPP service as well as on the App Store. Free 30 day trial available with the Grid for iPad - AAC version. Search 'Grid for iPad' in the App Store. Grid for iPad is a complete Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution designed for people of all ages and communication needs. It offers a range of resources, flexible communication tools, and options that can be adapted over time. Try it FREE for 30 days - voices included! Key features: ► A range of included content for people who need symbol or text based AAC, including Super Core, Voco Chat, and Text Talker ► Suitable for use with touch access or switches. ► Evidence-based symbol AAC vocabularies, created by experienced speech and language therapists and education professionals, with a focus on vocabulary for communicating within everyday routines and activities. ► Includes SymbolStix, PCS and Widgit symbols – choose the symbol library that is most suitable, to match the symbols already being used in the environment, or to support transition from other AAC systems. ► Voices and grid sets for over 20 languages to support communication in a range of languages. Ideal for multilingual families or classrooms. Why families and professionals choose Grid for iPad for children and adults with communication difficulties: ► In-app editing – Fast, intuitive editing makes it easy to add new words, personalise vocabulary, and adapt layouts to the needs of the individual. ► Remote Editing – SLTs, teachers and families can edit any time, without needing the device in their hands. ► Powerful voice technology – Choose from a range of voices, including the latest AI powered multilingual voices from ElevenLabs, or for those who are able to, record your own voice messages. ► AI Powered Tools - Make use of optional tools to correct typing errors, or support the user to change the tone or wording of their message. ► Talk to your Smart Speaker – Use Grid for iPad to speak instructions to smart home devices, request music, hear the latest news and weather, play games and ask questions. ► Online Grids – Do even more with Grid for iPad by searching and downloading FREE ready-made grid sets created by clinicians, educators, and the Grid community. What’s included: ► Super Core - Evidence-based core vocabulary focused on communication within everyday routines and activities. Designed for supporting AAC learners from single words to building full sentences. Available in 30‑cell and 50‑cell sizes, with simpler 12 and 20 cell learning grids for those just starting out. ►Voco Chat – Designed to enable users to communicate for a wide range of reasons, with supported message pathways and carefully chosen vocabulary, for fast and efficient symbol communication. ► Alpha Core - Offers a range of text-based layouts to support the communication of people with changing physical abilities, with quick access to predictive text and common phrases, alongside a keyboard of your choice. ► Text Talker - Enabling people to say what they want to say in the moment, or prepare and save messages in advance for faster conversations. ►Aphasia Duo - Designed specifically for people with aphasia and their communication partners to support participation in everyday life, including a range of word-finding and conversational supports, and whiteboard for writing and drawing. ► PODD (in-app purchase) - Created by Australian Speech Pathologist Gayle Porter, PODD organises language according to the reason for communication, designed to support spontaneous communication in any situation. ► And MUCH more - Grid for iPad also includes a range of interactive learning activities (just try Dilbert the Dog!), animated communication from Symoji, and educational resources. Contact our tech support experts any time at support@thinksmartbox.com For more details on our evidence-based vocabularies, visit the Smartbox Hub.

Screenshots

Predictable Français4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Predictable Français at $159.99 against Grid for iPad's $299.99. Predictable Français also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (50% vs 25%). Grid for iPad's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On ads, monetization model 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

Predictable Français costs $159.99 and Grid for iPad $299.99 up front. Grid for iPad sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Predictable Français asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Predictable Français ships an update every 3 months, Grid for iPad fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Predictable Français versus Grid for iPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPredictable FrançaisGrid for iPad
Price$159.99 — better$299.99
Rating—2.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS15.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.7 GB1.4 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPrentke Romich CompanySmartbox Assistive Technology

Customer experience

Predictable Français

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Grid for iPad

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Predictable Français

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Grid for iPad

One-time2
  • Metacom Symbol Library$49.99
  • PODD for Grid (English)$99.00

Questions

Is Predictable Français free?
Predictable Français costs $159.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Grid for iPad free?
Grid for iPad costs $299.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Predictable Français or Grid for iPad have ads?
Neither Predictable Français nor Grid for iPad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Predictable Français or Grid for iPad?
Predictable Français ships an update every 3 months, and Grid for iPad fortnightly. Most recently, Predictable Français was updated on October 10, 2026 and Grid for iPad on October 24, 2026.

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