250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Out of 250+ free audio reader apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.6★ (19K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (511K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.9★ (4.4M) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.3★ (1.7K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.6★ (8.8K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.6★ (6.8K) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.4★ (9.6K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.5★ (5.2K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
This application transforms written text into spoken words, making it ideal for those who are busy or have difficulty reading. It supports a wide range of document types and languages, offering a customizable listening experience.
This app transforms text into spoken word with lifelike voices, reads documents, images, and articles aloud, and offers voice typing. It also features an AI assistant for summarizing and quizzing, and allows for AI podcast creation.
Access millions of free ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. Borrow titles instantly with your library card, download for offline enjoyment, and enjoy a customizable reading and listening experience.
Convert text into spoken audio with this easy-to-use application. Import text files or type your own content, and have it read aloud. Features include navigation controls, sentence highlighting, and a variety of voice options.
This app transforms text from various sources, including documents, web pages, and images, into natural-sounding spoken audio. It offers a wide selection of AI voices and languages, with features designed to enhance the listening experience and assist users with reading difficulties.
Access a vast library of premium and free audiobooks, including bestsellers and classics. Listen on demand without subscriptions, with features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer. Also includes old-time radio dramas.
Access millions of ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and manga in one app. Organize your library, enjoy customizable reading and listening experiences, and take your stories anywhere, even offline. Features include smart notes, kid-friendly tools, and voice control for audiobooks.
Transform any web page, PDF, or scanned document into an audio experience. Listen to content at your preferred speed with natural-sounding voices. Ideal for hands-free consumption of digital and physical text.
Discover and purchase audiobooks at significant discounts, with many titles available for free. This app allows you to stream or download your purchased audiobooks for offline listening, offering a cost-effective way to enjoy a vast library without any subscription fees.
Transform digital and scanned text into natural-sounding speech with advanced AI. Listen to PDFs, web pages, emails, and books with customizable voices and reading styles. Supports numerous document formats and cloud services.
This app transforms written content like books and articles into audio, allowing you to listen at accelerated speeds. It supports numerous languages and offers personalized listening experiences to enhance comprehension and save time.
This app allows you to read and listen to books and documents in various formats, including PDF and EPUB. It offers text-to-speech functionality, customizable reading settings, and a built-in book manager for your library. Enjoy an ad-free and registration-free reading experience.
Transform any text into lifelike audiobooks with an AI-powered reading companion. Scan physical books, PDFs, or web articles to listen on the go, with natural-sounding voices and high-speed playback. Supports over 60 languages.
