SpeechifyText-to-speech reader that reads articles, PDFs, and documents aloud at adjustable speeds.
Overall score
How it is scored77 /100
Strong
- Pricing
- Freemium · from $29/mo
- Members
- No reviews yet
- Maker
- —
- Website
- speechify.com
- 88Excellent
Ease of use
- —Not rated
Output quality
- 64Fair
Value
- —Not rated
Privacy
- 82Strong
Features
- 56Weak spot
Integrations
- 97Excellent
Platforms
- —Not rated
Momentum
At a glance
- StrengthWorks across browser, mobile, and desktop for reading anything
- StrengthHigh listening speed option suits users familiar with audio content
- WatchMainly a personal listening tool; not designed for producing publishable voiceovers
- WatchPremium voice quality and features require a paid subscription
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56 /100
Integrations
Documented integrations, and whether there is an API.
About
Speechify converts written content such as web pages, PDFs, emails, and documents into audio narration, letting users listen rather than read. It supports high listening speeds for efficient reading and provides a browser extension, mobile apps, and a desktop app so content can be captured from almost any source. AI voice quality has improved over time, and voice cloning allows users to create a custom voice from a sample recording. The tool is popular with students, professionals with reading difficulties, and anyone who prefers consuming text by ear.
Features
- Text-to-speech for web pages, PDFs, and documents
- Adjustable playback speed
- Voice cloning from a sample recording
- Browser extension for reading web pages
- Mobile apps for iOS and Android
- AI summary of listened content
Best for
- Students and professionals who want to consume written content by listening
- Users with dyslexia or other reading difficulties
- Listening to articles and PDFs during commutes or exercise
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FAQ
- What is Speechify?
- Speechify converts written content such as web pages, PDFs, emails, and documents into audio narration, letting users listen rather than read. It supports high listening speeds for efficient reading and provides a browser extension, mobile apps, and a desktop app so content can be captured from almost any source. AI voice quality has improved over time, and voice cloning allows users to create a custom voice from a sample recording. The tool is popular with students, professionals with reading difficulties, and anyone who prefers consuming text by ear.
- Is Speechify free?
- Speechify has a free plan, with paid plans for more usage and features.
- What can I use Speechify for?
- Speechify is listed for text to speech.
How it is scored
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Ease of use
From the skill level the tool is built for.
Output quality
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Value
Free plan, trial and the cheapest paid plan's price.
Privacy
Self-hosting, on-device processing and stated data use.
Features
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Integrations
Documented integrations, and whether there is an API.
Platforms
Web, desktop, mobile, browser extension, API.
Momentum
Editorial popularity plus member upvotes.