Best Read Text Apps

239+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the read text category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 239+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Read Text

Speechify – Text to Speech PDF#1

Speechify – Text to Speech PDF by Speechify Inc.

Voice AI Assistant, Read Aloud
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.7😐(476K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#7in Productivity
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF screenshot 1
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF screenshot 2
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF screenshot 3
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF screenshot 4
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF screenshot 5
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF screenshot 6

This application is a text-to-speech tool that converts written text from the web or documents into spoken audio, making it easier for users to listen to content instead of reading. Experience hands-free reading and productivity with this voice-enabled app!

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient text-to-speech
  • 👍 Diverse voice options
  • 🤖 Realistic AI narration
  • 💡 Helpful for dyslexic/ADHD users

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔇 Inconsistent voice quality
  • 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader#2

Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader by Bakery Scent S.r.l.

Read aloud voice for PDF audio
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(13K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader screenshot 1
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader screenshot 2
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader screenshot 3
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader screenshot 4
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader screenshot 5
Speak4Me Text to Speech Reader screenshot 6

Introducing a powerful text-to-speech app that converts any text into audio with natural voices in over 20 languages. Improve productivity, comprehension, and enjoy reading on the go. Customize voice speed, save favorite phrases, and share audio files with friends. Join thousands using Speak4Me for faster, easier reading experiences. Subscribe monthly or yearly for uninterrupted access!

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 🚀 Easiness of use
  • 👍 Reliable
  • 👍 Helpful for those who cannot speak

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App keeps crashing
  • 🐛 Slow to load
  • 🔋 High battery usage
Voice Aloud Reader#3

Voice Aloud Reader by Marcin Olawski

Text to speech Read PDF book
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.6😊(18K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Voice Aloud Reader screenshot 1
Voice Aloud Reader screenshot 2
Voice Aloud Reader screenshot 3
Voice Aloud Reader screenshot 4
Voice Aloud Reader screenshot 5
Voice Aloud Reader screenshot 6

An app that converts text to speech, allowing users to listen to text documents, e-books, websites, and more. Customize voices, reading speed, and interface for a personalized experience. Easy file sharing via iCloud or iTunes. Give it a try now!

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Reads text quickly
  • 💡 Helpful for people with reading disabilities
  • 🤑 Good value for the price

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming
  • 🤖 Robotic-sounding voices
  • 💰 Subscription model too expensive

More Read Text apps to explore

4
NaturalReader - Text To Speech
NaturalReader - Text To Speech
NaturalReader - Text To Speech
#1 Popular TTS APP
Free

NaturalReader is a text-to-speech application that converts written text into spoken words, making it ideal for hands-free listening and easy comprehension. With NaturalReader, users can listen to text from various sources such as websites, documents, and emails, enhancing accessibility and convenience. Experience effortless listening and transform your text into speech today!

📊 Productivity
(8.1K)
5
Text to Speech!
Text to Speech!
Text to Speech!
Create Natural Sounding Speech
Free

Transform written text into lifelike speech with our Text to Speech application! Customize from 178 voices in 63 accents, adjusting rate and pitch to suit your needs. Access natural-sounding synthesized speech effortlessly.

📊 Productivity
(33K)
6
Voice Dream - Natural Reader
Voice Dream - Natural Reader
Voice Dream - Natural Reader
Text to Voice - Read Aloud TTS
Free

Experience award-winning text-to-speech functionality with advanced AI in this app, allowing you to listen to various documents, articles, and books. Features include a built-in scanner, multiple reading styles, comprehensive document format support, and synchronized library access across devices. Try it out with a free trial!

📚 Education
(14K)
7
Text To Speech Audio Reader
Text To Speech Audio Reader
Text To Speech Audio Reader
Read Out Loud For Me
Free

Experience an intuitive text to speech app that reads your text aloud effortlessly. Enjoy features like fast navigation, multiple voice options, and seamless text highlighting. Try it out now and immerse yourself in a new reading experience.

🔧 Utilities
(1.7K)
8
Books Aloud AI Reader
Books Aloud AI Reader
Books Aloud AI Reader
Text to speech with AI Chat
Free

Experience the convenience of iRead, an innovative app that utilizes AI technology to read text aloud to users. Simply scan any text and listen to it being read in a natural voice. Transform your reading experience today!

📚 Books
(161)
9
Text to Speech - Listen AI
Text to Speech - Listen AI
Text to Speech - Listen AI
Read Aloud & Voice Dictation
Free

Listen AI: Text to Speech is an innovative application that converts written content from documents and PDFs into spoken words, assisting users in listening to text instead of reading. Experience the convenience of auditory learning and accessibility by trying out Listen AI today!

📊 Productivity
(11)
10
Text To Speech - Read Aloud
Text To Speech - Read Aloud
Text To Speech - Read Aloud
TTS Text To Speech Read Aloud
Free

This text-to-speech application allows users to enter text and have it read aloud quickly with customizable settings, including multilingual voice, volume, speed, and pitch. With a range of features, including read aloud history, preset text, and batch operations, users can easily access and manage their text-to-speech needs, try it out today!

🗺️ Navigation
(20)
11
Peech: Text to Speech Reader
Peech: Text to Speech Reader
Peech: Text to Speech Reader
Read Aloud Books, PDFs, Docs
Free

Transform any text, PDF, or web article into an audiobook with Peech. Enjoy listening to articles, Twitter threads, PDFs, and more in multiple languages. Upgrade to Peech Premium for unlimited access to all features for a seamless reading and listening experience.

📊 Productivity
(7K)
12
Read It Aloud - Text to Speech
Read It Aloud - Text to Speech
Read It Aloud - Text to Speech
Your Real-World TTS Companion.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(1)
13
ElevenReader: Read Books Aloud
ElevenReader: Read Books Aloud
ElevenReader: Read Books Aloud
Reader for Books, PDFs & Docs
Free

Experience realistic voice narration with ElevenLabs Reader: AI Audio. Convert text into lifelike speech, adjust reading speed, and use various content formats for seamless listening. Try it now for an enhanced reading experience!

📊 Productivity
(9K)
14
Read4Me - Talk Browser PDF DOC
Read4Me - Talk Browser PDF DOC
Read4Me - Talk Browser PDF DOC
Listen Web, TTS, Text to Audio
Free

Listen to web pages, PDFs, and scanned books with Read4Me, a text-to-audio app that converts written content into a podcast-like experience. Enjoy premium voice quality for the first 10,000 words free, with subscription options for extended features and capabilities. Don't just read, listen effortlessly.

🔧 Utilities
(4.2K)
15
Easy Text to Speech Reader
Easy Text to Speech Reader
Easy Text to Speech Reader
Read Aloud Text, Files, Sites
Free

Read text out loud in 50+ languages with 152 voices. Import text from various file types, web pages, or type/paste directly, and customize playback speed and pitch.

🔧 Utilities
(3)
16
VIIO - Text reader
VIIO - Text reader
VIIO - Text reader
Voice aloud, Text to speech
Free

Experience a revolutionary text reader app that transforms written content into immersive audio. Ideal for students and professionals, this app offers customizable features and accessibility benefits. Download now to embrace a new way of learning and understanding information.

📚 Education
(1.2K)
17
Read Aloud: Audio Text Reader
Read Aloud: Audio Text Reader
Read Aloud: Audio Text Reader
Listen to any PDF or Book
Free
🔧 Utilities
(2)
18
Reading Genie - Audio Books
Reading Genie - Audio Books
Reading Genie - Audio Books
PDF Reader & Text to Speech
Free

This powerful Text-to-Speech app converts text from various sources into natural and smooth speech, allowing you to "listen to what you want" anytime, anywhere. With features like document reading, e-book listening, and multi-language support, it's perfect for learning, work, and daily life.

📰 Magazines & Newspapers
(12)
19
Text to Speech: Listen AI
Text to Speech: Listen AI
Text to Speech: Listen AI
AI Audio & Text Converter
Free

Convert text to audio and video recordings with ease, making it simple to read and understand large amounts of information while on-the-go or multitasking. Personalize your listening experience by selecting from various AI speakers and customize your preferred settings.

📊 Productivity
(9)
20
Voz do Narrador
Voz do Narrador
Voz do Narrador
TTS with AI voices
Free

Create and share amusing messages using different narrator voices in various languages with the Narrator's Voice app. Convert text to audio or video files with special effects, ideal for social media sharing and enhancing videos. Try it now for a unique voiceover experience!

📊 Productivity
(8K)

Related searches