# GoTalk® NOW LITE vs Proloquo

The clearest difference is monetization model: GoTalk® NOW LITE at free with in-app purchases against Proloquo's subscription. GoTalk® NOW LITE also leads on rating (4.2 vs 4.0) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Proloquo's advantage is ratings volume (148 vs 17). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GoTalk® NOW LITE sells 20 one-off in-app purchases and Proloquo sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GoTalk® NOW LITE holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Proloquo has 148 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of GoTalk® NOW LITE's written reviews are positive against 46% of Proloquo's.

GoTalk® NOW LITE ships an update every 5 weeks, Proloquo every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GoTalk® NOW LITE | Proloquo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotalk-now-lite/id953164338/reviews)** | [4.0 (148 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proloquo/id1521978238/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **148** |
| Positive reviews | **52.6% of reviews** | 46.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 235 MB | 503 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Attainment Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/403989333) | [AssistiveWare](https://appshunter.io/developer/308368167) |

## What reviewers say

### GoTalk® NOW LITE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotalk-now-lite/id953164338)

This communication app helps individuals with speech difficulties create personalized pages for expression. It offers adjustable layouts, recorded speech, text-to-speech, and an included symbol set. Additional features and unlimited pages are available through in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Personalized communication pages, Adjustable page layouts, Recorded and text-to-speech capabilities, Included symbol set, Multiple page styles (Standard, Express, Scene), Multimedia integration (video, music), Full-feature scanning

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kenny | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nelly | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ryan | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tracy | $0.99 | one-time |
| Will | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rod | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lizzie | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tiana | $0.99 | one-time |
| Owen | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rodrigo | $0.99 | one-time |
| Malik | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ella | $11.99 | one-time |
| Josh | $11.99 | one-time |
| Ready-Set-Communicate | $19.99 | one-time |
| Talk All Day | $19.99 | one-time |
| SymbolStix | $49.99 | one-time |
| English (US) Keywords | $59.99 | one-time |
| AAC2go (Girl 3-10) | $79.99 | one-time |
| AAC2go (Boy 3-10) | $79.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to GoTalk NOW Features | $119.99 | one-time |


### Proloquo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proloquo/id1521978238)

This app provides an intuitive and efficient Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for users of all ages. It facilitates language development and effective communication with features like quick access to words, a search function, and a unique Thinking Space for early communicators. It also offers a full keyboard with word prediction and expert guidance through an accompanying coach.

**Highlights:** Intuitive and easy-to-use interface, Quick access to frequently used words, Search function for effortless word finding, Focus Mode™ for targeted word emphasis, Thinking Space™ for early communicators (iPad only), Extensive vocabulary with Related Words™, Full keyboard with word prediction, Proloquo Coach for expert guidance

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GoTalk® NOW LITE free?

GoTalk® NOW LITE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Proloquo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GoTalk® NOW LITE or Proloquo?

GoTalk® NOW LITE is rated higher. GoTalk® NOW LITE averages 4.2 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Proloquo averages 4.0 from 148 ratings.

### Do GoTalk® NOW LITE or Proloquo have ads?

Neither GoTalk® NOW LITE nor Proloquo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GoTalk® NOW LITE or Proloquo?

GoTalk® NOW LITE ships an update every 5 weeks, and Proloquo every 6 weeks. Most recently, GoTalk® NOW LITE was updated on October 24, 2026 and Proloquo on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*