Speechify
Listen to any text at up to 4.5x speed — convert articles, PDFs, and documents to natural-sounding AI audio on the go.
Listen to any text at up to 4.5x speed — convert articles, PDFs, and documents to natural-sounding AI audio on the go.
Speechify is the leading text-to-speech app for consuming written content faster. Used by over 20 million people — particularly those with dyslexia, ADHD, or high reading demands — it converts any text into natural-sounding audio you can listen to at up to 4.5x speed.
Free tier gives standard voices and 1x speed. Premium ($11.58/mo billed annually) unlocks AI voices, speeds up to 4.5x, and all file types.
Works across web articles, PDFs, Google Docs, emails, textbooks, and ebooks. The browser extension captures any webpage. Over 30 languages supported. A 2024 study found users listening at 2–3x speed retain information as well as reading, while consuming content 2–3x faster.
Pros: Dramatically speeds up content consumption, excellent AI voice quality, works on all content types, accessibility benefits, good mobile app.
Cons: Premium required for best voices and speeds, adjustment period for high-speed listening.
Best for: Students, researchers, professionals with high reading loads, people with dyslexia or ADHD, and commuters who want to use travel time productively.