Best Text Reader English Apps

228+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

The best text reader english apps on iPhone average 4.3β˜… across 228+ titles β€” we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated May 2026.

Top Picks for Text Reader English

Text To Speech Audio Reader#1

Text To Speech Audio Reader by 洁 刘

Read Out Loud For Me
Editor's Choice
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.3😐(1.7K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Simple and free
  • πŸš€ Works well for basic text-to-speech
  • πŸ’‘ Customizable voice settings

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inconsistent performance, app gets stuck or repeats lines
  • πŸ”‡ Robotic and unnatural-sounding voices
  • πŸ” Difficult to change settings during playback
Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber#2

Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber by Aisberg Inc LLC

Camera Scanner & Translator
Strong Contender
πŸ“Š Productivity
4.3😐(20K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Instantly digitize and translate printed text from documents, signs, and menus using your camera. Supports over 90 languages for translation and recognizes text in over 70. Edit, listen to, and share your translated content.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Fast text recognition
  • πŸ‘ Useful translation feature
  • πŸ’‘ Helpful for travel and studying
  • πŸ‘ Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inaccurate translations
  • πŸ‘Ž Limited free usage
  • πŸ‘Ž Confusing UI
Text to Speech - Speaky#3

Text to Speech - Speaky by Sandratra Razafindralambo

Read aloud Web, PDF & Docs
Worth Considering
πŸ“Š Productivity
4.6(854 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app transforms text from websites, documents, and images into natural-sounding speech. It supports over 40 languages and allows for customizable playback speed and voice selection. Listen to content offline or in the background while multitasking.

More Text Reader English apps to explore

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Voice Dream - Natural Reader
Voice Dream - Natural Reader
Voice Dream - Natural Reader
Text to Voice - Read Aloud TTS
Free

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.

AI Text-to-SpeechSupports PDF, Web, Email, eBooksCustomizable voices and languages
πŸ“š Education
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
5
NaturalReader - Text To Speech
NaturalReader - Text To Speech
NaturalReader - Text To Speech
#1 Popular TTS APP
Free

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.

Reads aloud PDFs, web articles, and cloud documentsOCR text recognition for images and camera scannerOver 200 AI-powered voices in 99+ languages
πŸ“Š Productivity
(8.5K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Read4Me - Talk Browser PDF DOC
Read4Me - Talk Browser PDF DOC
Read4Me - Talk Browser PDF DOC
Listen Web, TTS, Text to Audio
Free

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.

Listen to web pagesConvert PDFs to audioScan and listen to books/papers
πŸ”§ Utilities
(4.2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
LearnEnglish Grammar (UK ed.)
LearnEnglish Grammar (UK ed.)
LearnEnglish Grammar (UK ed.)
Fun English grammar activities
Free

Improve your English grammar with thousands of practice questions and activities. Covers all levels from beginner to advanced, with various question types and grammar topics. Track your progress and test your knowledge.

1000s of practice questionsBeginner to Advanced levels (CEFR A1-C2)Over 600 activities per level
πŸ“š Education
(39K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Aloud!, text to speech reader
Aloud!, text to speech reader
Aloud!, text to speech reader
Read out loud PDF, books (TTS)
Free

Transform documents, articles, and eBooks into audio with this text-to-speech reader. Enjoy offline playback, customizable voices, and automatic progress tracking for a seamless listening experience anywhere, anytime. It's an ideal tool for productivity and accessibility.

Hear PDF, DOCX, EPUB & web pagesBackground & offline playbackAuto progress tracking
πŸ“Š Productivity
(229)
free with in-app purchases
9
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Read eBooks & Magazines
Free

Access a vast library of eBooks, magazines, and comics on your mobile device. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, brightness, and page-turning options. Look up words, track progress, and sync across devices.

Read purchased eBooksAccess Kindle UnlimitedCustomizable text and display
πŸ“š Books
(5.7M)
free with in-app purchases
10
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF
Voice AI Assistant, Read Aloud
Free

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.

Reads text aloud from various sourcesVoice typing for faster inputAI assistant for summarization and quizzes
πŸ“Š Productivity
(495K)
free with in-app purchases
11
VIIO - Text reader
VIIO - Text reader
VIIO - Text reader
Voice aloud, Text to speech
Free

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 conversionRead aloud from documents and PDFsCopy text for audio playback
πŸ“š Education
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Voice Aloud Reader
Voice Aloud Reader
Voice Aloud Reader
Text to speech Read PDF book
Free

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.

Reads text aloudSupports various document formatsOver 40 languages supported
πŸ“Š Productivity
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
English Vietnamese Dictionary
Free

This comprehensive app offers an offline English-Vietnamese dictionary with extensive word explanations and sentence translation. It also provides tools for vocabulary learning, exam preparation, and practicing all four language skills through games, videos, and grammar lessons.

Offline English-Vietnamese dictionaryVocabulary learning with gamesExam preparation and mock tests
πŸ“š Education
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Spark Reading for Kids
Spark Reading for Kids
Spark Reading for Kids
Digital books for learning
Free

This app offers a digital library of age-appropriate books for children in grades 2-8 to improve reading skills. It features interactive comprehension questions, progress tracking, and stories aligned with school curricula. Users can listen to stories and follow along, making reading practice engaging and accessible.

Age-appropriate books (grades 2-8)Interactive comprehension questionsListen and follow along feature
πŸ“š Education
(7.9K)
free with in-app purchases
15
ReadEra – book reader pdf epub
ReadEra – book reader pdf epub
ReadEra – book reader pdf epub
Read books & PDF files easily!
Free

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.

Multi-format ebook support (EPUB, PDF, MOBI, DOCX, etc.)Text-to-Speech (TTS) for listening to booksAd-free and registration-free experience
πŸ“š Books
(222)
free
16
vBookz PDF Voice Reader
vBookz PDF Voice Reader
vBookz PDF Voice Reader
by Mindex International Ltd.
Free

This app transforms PDF documents into audiobooks with high-quality text-to-speech voices in 17 languages. It offers advanced reading tools, including synchronized highlighting, adjustable speeds, and font customization, to enhance comprehension and accessibility.

Text-to-speech in 17 languagesAdjustable reading speedSynchronized word and line highlighting
πŸ’Ό Business
(42)
free with in-app purchases
17
Simple Text Reader (TTSReader)
Simple Text Reader (TTSReader)
Simple Text Reader (TTSReader)
Listen to text & web pages
Free

Listen to written content, including text files and web pages, hands-free. Features natural-sounding voices, adjustable reading speeds, and the ability to import content from various sources. Easily follow along with highlighted text as it's read aloud.

Reads text and web pages aloudEditable text inputImport web pages and text files
πŸ“Š Productivity
(51)
free
18
Outread: Speed Reading
Outread: Speed Reading
Outread: Speed Reading
Faster Book & News Reader
Free

Enhance your reading speed and comprehension with this app. It offers guided reading modes, memory exercises, and supports various document types. Improve focus and retention for all readers.

Speed reading modes (Guide & Flash)Peripheral vision and memory exercisesWebpage and document import
πŸ“š Books
(1.3K)
freemium
19
Learn English - SentiaRead
Learn English - SentiaRead
Learn English - SentiaRead
Read English the Easy Way
Free

Learn English by reading content you enjoy, like novels and web pages. AI provides context-aware definitions and spaced repetition for vocabulary retention. Annotate, import books, and read offline for a seamless learning experience.

Contextual AI definitionsSpaced repetition vocabularyOffline reading support
πŸ“š Education
(8)
free
20
KyBook 2 Ebook Reader
KyBook 2 Ebook Reader
KyBook 2 Ebook Reader
EPub, MOBI, DjVu and More
Free

This app is a versatile e-book reader that supports a wide range of formats including EPUB, MOBI, and PDF. It offers extensive customization for reading modes, cloud storage integration, and text-to-speech capabilities for audiobooks.

Supports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, DJVU, and moreOPDS catalog and cloud storage integrationCustomizable reading modes (font, theme, size)
πŸ“š Books
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases