Best Read Books Speech Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you're new to read books speech or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 246+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Read Books Speech Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.5★ (127K)NoNoOct 2026
2Narra: AI Book ReaderNarra: AI Book ReaderFree5.0★ (1)NoNoOct 2026
3Text to Speech: AI Book ReaderText to Speech: AI Book ReaderFree4.4★ (667)YesYesOct 2026
4Cedar: Read Aloud Books & PDFsCedar: Read Aloud Books & PDFsFree—NoYesOct 2026
5TTS Reader Read Aloud Book PdfTTS Reader Read Aloud Book PdfFree4.7★ (284)YesYesOct 2026
6Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.9M)NoNoOct 2026
7Text to Speech PDF ReaderText to Speech PDF ReaderFree4.5★ (561)NoYesOct 2026
8TTSReader Text to SpeechTTSReader Text to SpeechFree3.4★ (5)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Read Books Speech

Apple Books#1

Apple Books by Apple Inc.

Read, listen, discover.
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.5😐(127K ratings)
Free
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Discover, read, and listen to millions of books and audiobooks. Browse curated collections, personalized recommendations, and bestsellers. Customize your reading experience with various themes and settings, and set reading goals to build a habit. Share your library with family.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless integration across devices
  • 📚 Vast library of books available
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🎧 Exceptional audiobook experience

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Books get deleted from local storage
  • 🐛 Unreliable syncing between devices
  • 🔒 Lack of audio closed captions
  • 🤔 Pricing concerns for some books
  • 🤔 Frustrating UI changes in recent updates
Narra: AI Book Reader#2

Narra: AI Book Reader by Mikhail Naer

Read, listen, talk it over
Strong Contender
📚 Books
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This reading app enhances your books by identifying characters, generating portraits and scenes, and offering text-to-speech narration. It allows you to discuss plot points with characters and organizes your library with reading progress tracking.

Text to Speech: AI Book Reader#3

Text to Speech: AI Book Reader by Dzionis Brek

Read Aloud, Type to Speak, TTS
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.4😞(667 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app converts text into natural-sounding speech across 38 languages with over 140 customizable voices. It offers offline functionality, pitch and rate adjustments, and the ability to transform photos into text. Users can also convert speech to text and enjoy unlimited exports and sharing.

What We Love

  • 🎙️ Natural-sounding voices compared to Google Translate
  • 📝 Handles longer text passages effectively
  • 🎛️ Customizable voice, pitch, and speed settings
  • ⬇️ Download functionality for created content
  • ✍️ Helpful for writing and editing workflow
  • 🔄 Multiple voice options available
  • ♿ Useful for accessibility needs

Room to Improve

  • 🤖 Robotic and unnatural voice quality
  • 🐛 Small buttons difficult to tap on mobile
  • ⚪ White flash when switching between pages
  • 💰 Expensive pricing ($40-59 AUD annually)
  • 🚫 No free trial before purchase
  • ⛔ No unsubscribe/cancel option available
  • 📺 Excessive advertising on free version
  • 🔊 Bluetooth/AirPods connectivity issues
  • ⏱️ Significant lag and scrolling problems
  • 🎯 Limited character count restrictions
  • 🔤 Voice selection doesn't match what's chosen
  • 📵 App crashes frequently
  • 🔄 Screen reading doesn't continue when locked

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FAQ about Read Books Speech

What are the best read books speech apps for iPhone?
Apple Books tops our read books speech apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 127K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top read books speech apps we rank are free to download, including Apple Books and Narra: AI Book Reader.
Apple Books has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 246+ read books speech apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.