Speechify
Text-to-speech reader that reads articles, PDFs, and documents aloud at adjustable speeds.
Overview
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.
Key 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
Pricing
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Monthly
- From $29/month
- Yearly
- Not on record
- Free plan
- Yes
- Free trial
- Not on record
- Last verified
- Checked October 4, 2026
Pros
- Works across browser, mobile, and desktop for reading anything
- High listening speed option suits users familiar with audio content
- Voice cloning available on paid plans
Cons
- Mainly a personal listening tool; not designed for producing publishable voiceovers
- Premium voice quality and features require a paid subscription
Who should use it
- 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
Beginner · Individuals
Who shouldn't
- Creating narration or voiceovers for external publication
- Music generation or audio editing
Facts
- Category
- AI audio and voice
- Platforms
- Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension, macOS
- Integrations
- Google Drive, Dropbox, Notion
- API
- Not on record
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Team size
- Individuals
- Data and privacy
- We have no verified details on data handling. Read the vendor's privacy policy before uploading sensitive material.
Alternatives
- ElevenLabsAI audio and voice
Text-to-speech and voice cloning platform with high-quality, natural-sounding voices and API access.
From $6/month - Murf AIAI audio and voice
Text-to-speech studio for creating voiceovers with AI voices, editing tools, and team collaboration.
Pricing information is currently unavailable. - WellSaidAI audio and voice
Professional text-to-speech platform for enterprise voiceovers, with team controls and compliance features.
From $19/month
Frequently asked questions
How much does Speechify cost?
From $29/month. Checked October 4, 2026.
Does Speechify have a free plan?
Yes. Speechify has a free plan.
Who is Speechify 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.
Which platforms does Speechify run on?
Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension, macOS.
Does Speechify have an API?
Our data does not list a public API for Speechify.
What are the alternatives to Speechify?
Tools often weighed against Speechify include ElevenLabs, Murf AI, WellSaid.