iTextSpeaker vs VIIO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Multi-language text reading
- Extensive language support
- Pronunciation customization
- Multiple voice options
- Device language change awareness
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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.
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.
- Text-to-speech conversion
- Read aloud from documents and PDFs
- Copy text for audio playback
- Adjustable reading speed
- Customizable voice options
- Highlighting important sections
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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/
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
iTextSpeaker ships an update monthly, VIIO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iTextSpeaker | VIIO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (56 ratings) | 4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 57.9% of reviews | 68.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 56 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 124 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iLeaf | Otonye Bestman |
Customer experience
iTextSpeaker
VIIO
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
iTextSpeaker
- Remove Ad$1.99
VIIO
- 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
- 50,000 characters$0.99
- 100,000 characters$1.99
- 200,000 characters$2.99
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- 50,000 human characters$3.99
- 100,000 human characters$5.99
- 200,000 human characters$10.99







