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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

Offering a variety of languages and accents, users on Chrome can also access a selection of Google's voices. It's incredibly user-friendly, requiring no downloads or logins; simply drag, drop, and play or copy and paste text to enjoy. This tool is not only entertaining but also perfect for background listening, proofreading, and even for children. We provide high-quality, natural-sounding voices from diverse sources, featuring both male and female options across various accents and languages. You can select your preferred voice, input your text, and click play to hear the synthesized speech, enjoying the audio experience. TTSReader conveniently remembers your last article and position when paused, allowing you to resume listening from where you left off, even after closing the browser. Compatible with both Chrome and Safari, as well as mobile devices, it is ideal for consuming articles on the go. Additionally, TTSReader offers a simple one-click option to export the synthesized speech, making it even more versatile for users.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

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

Integrations

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

$8.25/month
Premium Subscription options -
Monthly - $12 USD
Annually - $99 USD (equivalent of $8.25 USD/Month)
Pay as you Go options (Non recurring):
1) 200k characters - $10 USD
2) 1 Million characters - $32 USD
3) 10 Million characters - $300 USD
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

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

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

TTSReader

Founded

2015

Website

ttsreader.com

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 Yes 
Audio Optimization Yes 
Custom Lexicons Yes 
Different Voice Choices Yes 
Multi-Language Support Yes 
Synchronize Speech Yes 

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