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Speechify is an AI-powered text-to-speech and audiobook application that turns written content into natural-sounding audio. Founded by Cliff Weitzman to overcome his own dyslexia, Speechify is now trusted by over 50 million users worldwide. It helps users read faster, remember more, and save time by listening to documents, articles, PDFs, emails, and more. Speechify is available on iOS, Android, web (Windows/Mac), Chrome, and Edge. Additional offerings include Speechify Studio for professional voice overs and dubs, and a Text to Speech API for developers. The app has been featured by Forbes, CBS, Time, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and more.

How It Works

  • Uses advanced AI and speech synthesis technology to convert text into audio.
  • Scan text from various sources, including documents, websites, and images (via OCR).
  • Instantly transforms your text or scanned content into human-like speech.
  • Listen to the audio with customizable AI voices (choose speed, voice, accent).
  • Personalize your experience by adjusting speed, skipping headers/footers/citations, and more.

Use Cases

Education & Learning
Students and educators use Speechify to listen to textbooks, articles, and notes—especially valuable for those with dyslexia, ADHD, or learning differences.
Productivity & Multitasking
Professionals listen to emails, reports, or research while multitasking or on the go, saving time and boosting productivity.
Accessibility & Inclusion
Speechify enables those with low vision, reading difficulties, or seniors to access written material in a convenient, auditory format.
Content Creation & Development
Creators and developers use Speechify Studio for voice overs, dubbing, and integrate AI voices into their applications via API.

Features & Benefits

  • Text-to-Speech (TTS): Instantly convert any text into spoken audio
  • Natural AI Voices: 200+ lifelike voices, 60+ languages and accents, celebrity voices & voice cloning
  • Speed Listening: Listen up to 4.5x faster, save time
  • Multi-Platform Access: iOS, Android, Web, Chrome, Mac, Edge
  • Scan & Listen (OCR): Take a photo of printed text and have it read aloud
  • AI Summaries & Chats (Premium): Instant summaries for quick comprehension
  • Offline Listening (Premium): Download audio as MP3s, listen without internet
  • Advanced Skipping & Importing (Premium): Skip headers, footers, citations; easily import files
  • Unlimited Library Storage (Premium): Store all reading material in one place
  • Customisation Options: Adjust pitch, intonation, select any voice and language
  • Dark Mode: Reduce eye strain in low-light conditions

Target Audience

  • Students (including those with dyslexia, ADHD, and learning differences)
  • Professionals (lawyers, data specialists, etc.)
  • Seniors
  • Anyone who benefits from listening to written content
  • Teachers & Professors
  • Individuals with low vision or reading difficulties
  • Auditory Learners
  • Productivity enthusiasts
  • Book Lovers
  • Content Creators
  • Businesses
  • Developers

Pricing

  • Free Plan:
    • 10 standard voices
    • Speeds up to 1.5x (or 1x)
    • Listen on any device
    • Basic text-to-speech features
    • Library storage for up to 5 files
    • Basic email support
  • Premium Plan:
    • 200+ high-quality voices
    • 60+ languages
    • Offline MP3 downloads
    • Speeds up to 5x
    • Advanced skipping and importing
    • AI Summaries & Chats
    • Unlimited storage
    • High-quality audio
    • Priority 24/7 support
    • £29.00/month (monthly) or £11.58/month billed annually (£138.96/year)
  • Separate pricing for Speechify Studio and API products.

FAQs

What is text to speech (TTS)?

Text to speech, also known as TTS, read aloud, or speech synthesis, is the technology that uses AI voices to convert any input text into spoken audio.

What is an AI voice?

An AI voice is synthesized speech produced by artificial intelligence, enabling human-like spoken output.

How can I use Speechify?

Speechify is available as mobile apps (iOS, Android), a web app, and extensions for Chrome and Edge.

Who is text to speech software for?

Designed for seniors, students, professionals, and anyone who prefers listening to content for faster reading or improved comprehension.

Do Speechify voices sound natural?

Yes. Speechify's voices are highly natural and human-like, available in multiple languages.

What is voice cloning? Does Speechify have it?

Voice cloning allows creation of a new voice based on a recorded sample. Yes, Speechify supports voice cloning.

Does Speechify have a TTS API?

Yes, developers can access Speechify's API, which supports voice cloning, multiple languages, streaming, SSML, and more.

Are there special plans for schools or teams?

Yes, custom plans are available for educational organizations and teams. Contact sales for details.

How can I skip content like headers or footers?

Use the 'More' options in the web app to select types of content to skip.

How do I enable dark mode?

Navigate to 'More' > 'Display' in the web app and activate the Dark Mode toggle.

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