Comparison

iTextSpeaker vs VIIO

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

Head to head
About

iTextSpeaker

This application reads aloud text in multiple languages, offering a wide range of voice options and pronunciation customization. It supports numerous languages and regional dialects, allowing users to tailor the speech output to their specific needs.

Highlights
  • Multi-language text reading
  • Extensive language support
  • Pronunciation customization
  • Multiple voice options
  • Device language change awareness
Features
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This app can speak the various languages text. The following is the supported language. Arabic Czech Danish German Greek language English (South Africa, Australia, America, Ireland, UK) Spanish (Mexico, Spain) Finnish French (Canada, France) Hindi Hungarian Indonesian Italian Japanese Korean Dutch (Belgium, Netherlands) Norwegian Polish Portuguese (Brazilian, Portuguese) Romanian Russian Slovak Swedish Thai Turkish Chinese (Hong Kong, Taiwan, China) Hebrew *** Addition of Pronunciations It can do from "Settings" General > Accessibility > Speech > Pronunciations *** Addition of Voices It can do from "Settings" General > Accessibility > Speech > Voices *** Attention It seems that the voice may change when you change the language of the device or update iOS. In that case, try setting the Language of iTextSpeaker's each text again.

About

VIIO

Transform written content into spoken audio with this app. Easily convert text from documents, PDFs, or copied content into a clear, audible format. Customize voice, speed, and pitch for a personalized listening experience.

Highlights
  • Text-to-speech conversion
  • Read aloud from documents and PDFs
  • Copy text for audio playback
  • Adjustable reading speed
  • Customizable voice options
  • Highlighting important sections
Features
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Introducing VIIO, the revolutionary app that brings text to life by reading it out loud! With VIIO, you can transform any written content into an immersive audio experience, allowing you to absorb information effortlessly, whether you're on the go or simply prefer listening over reading. VIIO offers a seamless and intuitive interface, making it incredibly easy to use. Simply copy text, take pictures of documents, or upload PDF files, and VIIO will instantly convert them into crystal-clear audio. Say goodbye to tedious reading sessions and let VIIO do the work for you. Ideal for students, professionals, or anyone seeking a convenient way to understand and retain information, VIIO offers a range of powerful features. Customize the reading speed and voice to suit your preferences, and take advantage of advanced options like highlighting important sections or adjusting the voice pitch for enhanced clarity. VIIO isn't just about convenience; it's also a versatile tool for accessibility. Empower visually impaired individuals or those with reading difficulties to access a world of knowledge with ease. VIIO's text-to-speech technology is designed to provide a smooth and natural reading experience, ensuring every word is delivered with precision and accuracy. Download VIIO now and experience the future of text consumption. Embrace the power of audio and unlock a new way to understand and learn. Let VIIO be your trusted companion in transforming written content into an immersive audio journey, making knowledge accessible to all. Terms of Use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iTextSpeaker4 screens
VIIO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: VIIO at none against iTextSpeaker's shown. VIIO also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 56) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. iTextSpeaker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and VIIO sells 10 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for iTextSpeaker against 4.7 for VIIO. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VIIO has 1.2K ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of iTextSpeaker's written reviews are positive against 68% of VIIO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iTextSpeaker ships an update monthly, VIIO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iTextSpeaker versus VIIO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTextSpeakerVIIO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (56 ratings)4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.9% of reviews68.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings561.2K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiLeafOtonye Bestman

Customer experience

iTextSpeaker

All ratings56 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews114 reviews
Positive57.9%
Neutral16.7%
Negative25.4%

VIIO

All ratings1,207 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral6.6%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

iTextSpeaker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

VIIO

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after updates
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Issues with text recognition and pronunciation

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to adjust reading speed
  • Support for more languages and accents
  • Improved PDF and document handling
  • Integration with other reading/productivity apps

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iTextSpeaker

One-time1
  • Remove Ad$1.99
10 purchases

VIIO

Subscriptions4
  • Plus plan7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • HD plan7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Human plan$16.991 Month
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  • HD yearly plan7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time6
  • 50,000 characters$0.99
  • 100,000 characters$1.99
  • 200,000 characters$2.99
Show 3 more
  • 50,000 human characters$3.99
  • 100,000 human characters$5.99
  • 200,000 human characters$10.99

Questions

Is iTextSpeaker free?
iTextSpeaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VIIO free?
VIIO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iTextSpeaker or VIIO?
VIIO is rated higher. iTextSpeaker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while VIIO averages 4.7 from 1.2K ratings.
Do iTextSpeaker or VIIO have ads?
iTextSpeaker shows ads; VIIO does not.
Which is updated more often, iTextSpeaker or VIIO?
iTextSpeaker ships an update monthly, and VIIO fortnightly. Most recently, iTextSpeaker was updated on September 21, 2026 and VIIO on September 24, 2026.

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