Speechify
by Speechify · speechify.com ↗
Text-to-speech app that reads documents, articles, and books aloud in natural voices.
text-to-speech accessibility reading
- Category
- Audio, Voice & Music
- Business model
- Freemium
- Availability
- Global
- Launched
- 2016
- Record updated
- 2026-07-30
- Founded
- 2016
- Headquarters
- US
- Canonical URL
- https://globalaiproductindex.com/products/speechify/
Overview
Speechify is a text-to-speech app that reads documents, web articles, PDFs, and books aloud in natural-sounding voices. It works across mobile, browser extension, and desktop, with speed controls and celebrity voice options. A free tier covers basic voices, while Premium unlocks higher-quality voices, faster speeds, and scanning features.
Key features
- Natural AI voices across apps, browser, and mobile
- Reads PDFs, web pages, emails, and scanned text
- Adjustable reading speed up to several times normal
- Celebrity and premium voice options
Use cases
- Listening to articles and documents while commuting
- Accessibility support for dyslexia and low vision
- Speeding through reading lists as audio
Pricing
Speechify has a free tier with standard voices; Premium subscriptions add high-quality voices, faster speeds, and OCR scanning.
Frequently asked questions
What does Speechify do?
Speechify converts text — documents, articles, PDFs, and books — into natural-sounding speech across devices.
Is Speechify free?
A free tier with standard voices exists; premium voices and features require a subscription.
Where does Speechify work?
Speechify runs on iOS, Android, Chrome extension, and desktop, syncing position across devices.
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This record was last reviewed on 2026-07-30.
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