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Description

Aloud is a native text-to-speech application for macOS that allows users to listen to selected text, PDFs, screenshots, images, and web articles. It has the capability to read selections from various Mac applications, can bypass headers, footers, and page numbers in PDFs, recognizes text from scanned pages and images on-device, and highlights words as they are read aloud. Playback can be managed through a compact floating reader, allowing users to resume previous readings, modify the reading speed, set specific pronunciations, and export audio files in the M4A format. The app includes voices available on macOS along with the optional Kokoro neural voice, which operates locally on compatible Macs. Additionally, users have the option to integrate their own ElevenLabs or Cartesia API keys for accessing cloud voices, though those services may incur separate charges. Aloud caters to Mac users who prefer an auditory experience while engaging with documents, conducting research, writing, or browsing web content. It is compatible with macOS 14 or newer and is available for purchase as a one-time fee. This makes it an ideal solution for those seeking convenience and efficiency in their multitasking endeavors.

Description

The Read Aloud browser extension allows you to effortlessly convert the text of any webpage into spoken words with just a single click. This feature is accessible to all users, irrespective of their device type—whether they are on a desktop or mobile—and it works seamlessly across different browsers without the need for the Read Aloud extension to be installed. You can experience the widget in action on various customer websites, enabling text-to-speech functionality and the creation of engaging voice narrations. With its natural-sounding voice, it proves to be particularly advantageous for those juggling multiple tasks, as it is user-friendly, customizable, and straightforward. The tool is compatible with a diverse range of platforms, which includes news websites, blogs, fan fiction, academic publications, textbooks, and resources from online educational institutions. Read Aloud is particularly beneficial for individuals who prefer auditory learning, those with dyslexia or other learning challenges, children who are acquiring reading skills, or anyone seeking alternative methods to engage with web content. Its versatility makes it an invaluable resource for enhancing accessibility and enriching the online experience for a broad audience.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Google Chrome Yes 
Microsoft Edge Yes 
Brave Browser Yes 
ElevenLabs Yes 
Mozilla Firefox No 
Safari Yes 
Siri Yes 

Integrations

Google Chrome Yes 
Microsoft Edge Yes 
Brave Browser No 
ElevenLabs No 
Mozilla Firefox Yes 
Safari No 
Siri No 

Pricing Details

$19 one-time
$19 one-time license per Mac; no recurring Aloud subscription. Optional ElevenLabs or Cartesia voice usage is billed separately by those services.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Aloud

Country

United States

Website

aloudapp.app/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Read Aloud

Website

readaloud.app/

Product Features

Text to Speech

API No 
Adjust Speaking Rate / Pitch No 
Audio Optimization No 
Custom Lexicons No 
Different Voice Choices No 
Multi-Language Support No 
Synchronize Speech No 

Product Features

Text to Speech

API No 
Adjust Speaking Rate / Pitch No 
Audio Optimization No 
Custom Lexicons No 
Different Voice Choices No 
Multi-Language Support No 
Synchronize Speech No 

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