Comparison

ClaroSpeak Plus vs MemorizeIt

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

Head to head
About

ClaroSpeak Plus

This app aids reading and writing with advanced text-to-speech, customizable formatting, and OCR technology to extract text from photos. It supports cloud integration and offers word prediction to improve literacy and proofreading.

Highlights
  • Text-to-Speech with highlighting
  • Capture text from photos (OCR)
  • Word prediction and autocorrection
  • Customizable font, size, and layout
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Save text as audio files
Features
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ClaroSpeak is a reading and writing app with high-quality text-to-speech, formatting controls, a wide range of fonts and styles and cloud storage integration. ClaroSpeak Plus also includes our "Capture Text from Photo" feature with high quality Optical Character Recognition (powered by ABBYY). ClaroSpeak provides visual highlighting in-sync with spoken words, a great range of color and font settings to allow for optimum reading, and word prediction to help with writing. ClaroSpeak is a quality app for proofreading text through listening, helping with reading and literacy development, and creating audio files from any text. PRODUCT FEATURES • Text-to-Speech - Type into ClaroSpeak and have the text read back to you. You can check text and proofread it quickly and easily. - You can import documents into ClaroSpeak from apps such as Mail, or import directly from Dropbox or Google Drive using ClaroSpeak's integration. ClaroSpeak can open a range of document formats including Word doc, PDF and epub. - Text from any app can be copied and pasted into ClaroSpeak ready to be read back. - Apple's speech recognition can be used to dictate text directly into ClaroSpeak, and can be listened back to ensure it is right. - The Apple spell check works in ClaroSpeak too, further helping accuracy. - You can save the text as an audio file using the same high-quality voice. • High-Quality Voices 4 high-quality Nuance Vocalizer voices are available as free downloads, with the language of your choice. The voice can be made to speak faster or slower. The voices are installed within ClaroSpeak, so they work when not online and do not use up any data allowance. Additional Nuance & Acapela voices in 30+ languages and even more accents are available through in-app purchase in ClaroSpeak. • Capture text from photo This feature lets you select a photo from your library or take a new one with your camera. Your chosen image will be scanned for text, using high-quality OCR (powered by ABBYY), and the text in the image will be inserted into ClaroSpeak. ***Minimum camera spec: 2MP*** • Word Prediction & Autocorrection Word prediction helps with writing more quickly and accurately. Train dictionaries from the current text so the best suggestions come up first. Enable Claro autocorrect and ClaroSpeak will use our specifically designed correction list to automatically correct misspelt words as they are typed. • Visual Highlighting Text is highlighted as the text is read back. Highlighting allows you to coordinate reading and listening. ClaroSpeak lets you pick the color and style of highlighting required. There are four highlighting modes to choose from: none, word by word, word trail, or sentence by sentence highlighting. • Font & Layout Change the font type, size or color to suit your needs. Layout the text for easier reading by adjusting the character, line and paragraph spacing and adjusting the page margins. Text can be formatted bold, italic and underlined to emphasize. Images can be inserted into the text from the camera or your library. • Save to Audio Convert any text into an audio file using any of the high-quality voices. This is quick and easy, allowing text to be listened to on the move. Great for proofreading on the go. • Sharing your text Text created within ClaroSpeak can be emailed, messaged, printed, opened in another app, or copied and pasted into another app, like Safari. Sending the text to Facebook and Twitter lets you join in with social media. • Read webpages You can now read webpages in Safari and other browsers, using the "Read with ClaroSpeak" extension from the share menu. • Dropbox and Google Drive Integration Open documents stored in Dropbox or Google Drive directly in ClaroSpeak. Save text and audio files directly back to Dropbox or Google Drive. Great for transferring files between devices and keeping files in the cloud. For the latest news, tips and advice follow @ClaroSpeak on Twitter.

About

MemorizeIt

This app helps you memorize any text through active typing practice and smart spaced repetition. It offers various modes to test recall and track your progress, making learning efficient and effective. Ideal for scripture, poetry, speeches, and more.

Highlights
  • Active typing practice for recall
  • Spaced repetition for smart reviews
  • Multiple practice modes (Full Text, Hidden Words, Blank Canvas)
  • Supports various Bible translations
  • Memorize any text beyond scripture
  • Progress tracking and statistics
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Turn passive reading into lasting memory. MemorizeIt uses active typing practice to help you truly memorize the texts that matter most to you. Unlike flashcard apps that test recognition, MemorizeIt builds real recall. Type out verses word by word, see your accuracy in real-time, and watch your mastery grow with each session. HOW IT WORKS 1. Add any text you want to memorize 2. Practice by typing it out from memory 3. Get instant feedback as you type 4. Review at the optimal time with smart scheduling THREE PRACTICE MODES • Full Text – See the complete text as you type along, perfect for learning new passages • Hidden Words – Key words are blanked out to test your recall • Blank Canvas – Type entirely from memory for the ultimate challenge SMART REVIEW SCHEDULING MemorizeIt uses spaced repetition to schedule your reviews at the perfect time—right before you'd forget. This scientifically-proven technique means less time studying and better long-term retention. BIBLE VERSE MEMORIZATION Search and add verses from popular translations including KJV, NKJV, NIV, ESV, NLT, and more. Just type a reference like "John 3:16" and the verse is added instantly. Perfect for: • Scripture memory programs • Personal devotional practice • Bible study preparation • Homeschool curriculum • Youth group challenges BEYOND SCRIPTURE MemorizeIt works for any text you want to commit to memory: • Classic poetry and literature • Famous speeches and quotes • Foreign language vocabulary • Academic material • Wedding vows and toasts • Lines for theater or presentations TRACK YOUR JOURNEY • Build daily practice streaks • See accuracy improve over time • Track mastered vs. in-progress items • View detailed session statistics THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED • Clean, distraction-free interface • Works offline after adding content • Dark mode support • iPad optimized with sidebar navigation • No account required—your data stays on your device FREE FEATURES • Save up to 10 items • Full Text practice mode • Basic progress tracking PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlimited saved items • All practice modes • All Bible translations • Smart review scheduling • Detailed statistics Whether you're memorizing Scripture for spiritual growth, learning poetry for school, or preparing a speech, MemorizeIt helps you move from reading to reciting—one word at a time. Download now and start building a library in your mind. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ClaroSpeak Plus4 screens
MemorizeIt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MemorizeIt at 100% against ClaroSpeak Plus's 18%. MemorizeIt also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and rating (5.0 vs 3.4). ClaroSpeak Plus's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On 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

MemorizeIt is free to download; ClaroSpeak Plus costs $9.99 up front. ClaroSpeak Plus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and MemorizeIt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MemorizeIt holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClaroSpeak Plus has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of ClaroSpeak Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of MemorizeIt's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClaroSpeak Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, MemorizeIt every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ClaroSpeak Plus versus MemorizeIt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClaroSpeak PlusMemorizeIt
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.4 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews18.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size723 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClaro Software LimitedBrevin Blalock

Customer experience

ClaroSpeak Plus

All ratings9 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive18.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative81.8%

MemorizeIt

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

ClaroSpeak Plus

One-time10
  • Allison$1.99
  • Heather$1.99
  • Ryan$1.99
Show 7 more
  • Tracy$1.99
  • Micah$1.99
  • Rod$1.99
  • Will$1.99
  • Peter$1.99
  • Rachel$1.99
  • Susan$1.99
2 purchases

MemorizeIt

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is ClaroSpeak Plus free?
ClaroSpeak Plus costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is MemorizeIt free?
MemorizeIt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ClaroSpeak Plus or MemorizeIt?
MemorizeIt is rated higher. ClaroSpeak Plus averages 3.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while MemorizeIt averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do ClaroSpeak Plus or MemorizeIt have ads?
Neither ClaroSpeak Plus nor MemorizeIt shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ClaroSpeak Plus or MemorizeIt?
ClaroSpeak Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and MemorizeIt every 2 months. Most recently, ClaroSpeak Plus was updated on October 23, 2026 and MemorizeIt on October 21, 2026.

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