# GreatReader vs Text Reader

The clearest difference is rating: GreatReader at 5.0 against Text Reader's 4.2. GreatReader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 22) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 16.6). Text Reader's advantage is ratings volume (109 vs 1). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Text Reader sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. GreatReader asks for nothing beyond the download.

GreatReader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Text Reader has 109 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | GreatReader | Text Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/greatreader/id903651112/reviews)** | [4.2 (109 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-reader-text-to-speech/id1632901543/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **109** |
| Positive reviews | — | 62.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | — | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | — | **iPhone** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shohei Miyamoto](https://appshunter.io/developer/433398792) | [Torapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825316615) |

## What reviewers say

### GreatReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/greatreader/id903651112)

A straightforward PDF reader for iPhone and iPad with a simple interface. Easily access recently read documents, crop pages for better viewing, and navigate using document outlines. Zoom with a double tap and enjoy automatic screen fitting.

**Highlights:** iPhone and iPad support, Simple User Interface, Reading history, Page cropping, Document outline navigation, Double-tap zoom

**In-app purchases:** none


### Text Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-reader-text-to-speech/id1632901543)

This AI-powered app converts any written text into natural-sounding speech. Listen to books, articles, or documents on the go, making content consumption more accessible and convenient. It's ideal for multitasking or for those who prefer auditory learning.

**Highlights:** AI-powered text to speech conversion, Reads aloud any text, document, or book, Built-in screen reader functionality, Supports English and over 40 languages, Adjustable reading speed control, Scans and reads text quickly

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 300 Minutes (2 Dollar Weekly) | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 300 Minutes (5 Dollar Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 300 Minutes (Monthly) 1.5x | $4.99 | per month |
| 300 Minutes (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| 300 Minutes (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 300 Minutes (6 Dollar Weekly) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 300 Minutes (7 Dollar Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 300 Minutes (Monthly) 0.75x | $7.49 | per month |
| 300 minutes/month (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 300 Minutes (Weekly) | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 300 Minutes (Monthly) 1.5x | $14.99 | per month |
| 3000 Minutes (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| 2400 Minutes (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| 300m per week (30 USD Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |
| 300 minutes/month (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |
| 300 Minutes (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |
| 300 Minutes per week (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |
| 300 minutes/month (Yearly) | $44.99 | per year |
| 300 minutes/month (Yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| 300m per week (60 USD Yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| 300 minutes/month (Yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| 300 Minutes per week (Yearly) | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GreatReader free?

GreatReader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Text Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GreatReader or Text Reader?

GreatReader is rated higher. GreatReader averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Text Reader averages 4.2 from 109 ratings.

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