Speechify is a text to speech reader. Install it on your phone, computer or browser and it will read web pages, PDFs, Google Docs, emails, ebooks and even photos of printed pages aloud, highlighting words as it goes.
Premium unlocks natural AI voices (including celebrity voices), faster playback, Scan and Listen, AI summaries and chat about your documents, voice typing and AI podcasts that turn content into audio episodes.
Key features
- Text to speech reader for web, PDFs, docs and email.
- 1,000+ natural voices in 60+ languages on Premium.
- Scan and Listen to read printed text from photos.
- AI summaries and chat about what you are reading.
- Voice typing to dictate text anywhere.
- AI podcasts that turn documents into audio shows.
- Cloud integrations with Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive.
Speechify pricing
| Plan | Price | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 10 standard voices, up to 1.5x speed |
| Premium | $139/year (about $11.58/month) or $29/month | 1,000+ voices, 60+ languages, 5x speed, Scan and Listen, AI summaries, voice typing, AI podcasts |
| Studio | Separate pricing | AI voiceovers, dubbing and avatars for creators |
The yearly plan saves about 60% compared with paying monthly. Speechify also offers team and education pricing.
Our experience using Speechify
Speechify makes it easy to get through long reports and articles while walking or commuting, and listening at 2x to 3x speed quickly feels natural. Scan and Listen works well on printed handouts and books.
For creating voiceovers for videos, ElevenLabs or Murf are better tools. For studying with flashcards, pair it with Quizlet.
Who should use Speechify?
Speechify is ideal for students, readers with dyslexia or ADHD, busy professionals and anyone who absorbs information better by listening.
Speechify vs alternatives
ElevenLabs and Murf are built for creating voiceovers rather than listening. Quizlet and Khanmigo help with studying. ChatGPT voice mode can also read and discuss text.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Speechify free?
Yes. The free plan reads text aloud with 10 standard voices at up to 1.5x speed.
How much is Speechify Premium?
Premium costs $139 per year, about $11.58 per month, or $29 if billed monthly.
Can Speechify read PDFs and books?
Yes. It reads PDFs, documents, web pages, ebooks and photos of printed text.
Is Speechify good for dyslexia?
Many people with dyslexia use it because it reads text aloud and highlights words as it goes.
Does Speechify have AI features?
Yes. Premium includes AI summaries, chat, voice typing and AI podcasts.
