Free Speechify AlternativesText to Speech Services and other similar apps like Speechify

The best free alternative to Speechify is ElevenReader. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Speechify and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Speechify are NaturalReader, Read Aloud Extension, Kokoro and eSpeak.

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Speechify alternatives are mainly Text to Speech Services, but if you're looking for AI Voice Generators or PDF Readers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Android, Mac and iPhone + Free. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Speechify.
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  1. ElevenReader icon
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    Convert text, articles, PDFs, or ePubs to streaming audio in over 32 languages with ultra-realistic AI voices, voice customization, playback speed control, synced text highlights, and support for diverse content sources, designed for accessible, mobile listening.

    76 ElevenReader alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  2. NaturalReader icon
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    Natural Reader is a professional text to speech program that converts any written text into spoken words. The paid versions of Natural Reader have many more features.

    191 NaturalReader alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Google Chrome
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  3. Read aloud the content of any web page with one click using this browser extension for desktop and mobile browsers. Capable of reading in different languages. Speed, pitch and other settings available.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  4. Kokoro icon
     4 likes

    Kokoro is an open-weight TTS model with 82 million parameters. Despite its lightweight architecture, it delivers comparable quality to larger models while being significantly faster and more cost-efficient.

    101 Kokoro alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Python
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  5. eSpeak icon
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    eSpeak is a compact open source software speech synthesizer for English and other languages, for Linux and Windows.

    116 eSpeak alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
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  6. Jellypod icon
     4 likes

    Create AI podcasts by uploading websites, PDFs, or documents, selecting customizable hosts and scripts, generating episodes with outline planning, editing outputs, and publishing audio content—streamlining production for creators without manual recording.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  7. Speak4Me icon
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    Speak4Me converts any text file, including PDFs and websites, into audible content, enabling you to listen to your documents or school materials anytime, anywhere.

    82 Speak4Me alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  8. RoboVoice icon
     1 like

    Easily convert text to WAV audio files and use them directly in other programs via drag and drop!

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  9. AI-powered text-to-speech and voice cloning software featuring over 4000 customizable voices, 79 languages, emotion controls, background music, pitch, and speed adjustments for creating realistic voiceovers for videos, education, business, and presentations.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  10. Lexie icon
     1 like

    Lexie is a web application for enjoyable reading and learning. It is the place for all your texts to be read in the most easiest way - or Lexie will read them for you. It makes it even easier for kids with dyslexia and reading difficulties.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  11. Read Aloud icon
     7 likes

    ReadAloud is a very powerful text-to-speech app which can read aloud web pages, news, documents, e-books or your own custom contents.

    92 Read Aloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Xbox
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  12. Frateca icon
     2 likes

    Frateca: A cutting-edge text-to-speech app that transforms reading into a seamless experience with amazingly natural voices.

    74 Frateca alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
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