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ReadSpeaker

by ReadSpeaker · Since 1999
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ActiveAvailable globallyCloudOn-premise
Quick facts
VendorReadSpeaker
Year launched1999
StatusActive
LocationPrincenhof park 13, Driebergen-Rijsenburg, Utrecht 3972 NG, NL
Countries servedGlobal
Languages17
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierNO
Free trialNO
Contact salesYES

About ReadSpeaker

ReadSpeaker by ReadSpeaker is a text-to-speech and voice technology solution that can be applied within Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems to enhance automated customer interactions.

ReadSpeaker by ReadSpeaker is a text-to-speech and voice technology solution that can be applied within Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems to enhance automated customer interactions. Its primary purpose is to convert written text into natural-sounding speech, enabling businesses to deliver dynamic voice prompts, notifications, and self-service options without relying solely on pre-recorded audio. Key features include high-quality synthetic voices, multilingual support, real-time text-to-speech conversion, and customization options for tone and pronunciation, making it particularly useful for organizations that require flexible and scalable voice communication.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The voices actually sound like real people rather than those annoying, robotic systems from ten years ago.
  • You can run this thing totally offline, which is a lifesaver for secure apps or spotty internet areas.
  • It plays really nicely with almost every major school platform like Moodle and Canvas without any massive headaches.
  • Since they build their own tech, you don't have to worry about weird legal drama with voice actors.
  • The accessibility features are top-notch for helping people with visual impairments or dyslexia actually use the web.
Cons
  • Setting up the advanced API and SDK stuff might feel a bit overwhelming if you aren't a developer.
  • The "hosted" nature of the web service means your site’s audio relies on their servers staying up.
  • Getting a custom-branded voice made is likely a slow and expensive process compared to just picking a preset.
  • The sheer amount of different products and acronyms can make it confusing to figure out exactly what to buy.
  • If you have super niche or technical jargon, you'll probably spend a fair bit of time tweaking the dictionary.

Features

Key features

Global Language Portfolio

Offers over 280 realistic AI voices across 80+ languages and various dialects to cover a worldwide business presence.

Custom Voice Development

Provides an exclusive service to create a unique, branded AI voice that reflects a company’s specific identity.

Ethical AI DNA

Built entirely in-house using authorized recordings to protect human talent and ensure no data is collected from end users.

Hybrid Deployment Flexibility

Supports online, offline, on-premise, and embedded integrations via APIs and SDKs without requiring additional vendors.

Deep EdTech Integration

Features out-of-the-box compatibility with major Learning Management Systems like Moodle, Canvas, and Blackboard.

Strict Data Sovereignty

Adheres to ISO 27001 and GDPR standards with encryption and regular audits to ensure total information privacy.

Additional features

280+ AI Voices

Access a massive library of natural-sounding voices suitable for diverse global audiences.

80+ Languages

Supports a wide linguistic range from Arabic to Welsh, including regional dialects.

Custom Branded Voices

Development of a "unique voice" tailored specifically to represent a brand's personality.

AI Voice Studio (speechMaker)

A cloud-based authoring tool for generating and downloading voice files in seconds.

On-Device TTS

Enables high-quality voice output without a network connection for edge computing and mobile apps.

WebReader

A hosted service that adds a "Listen" button to websites using a simple code snippet.

DocReader

Specifically enables the speech-activation of PDF files and other digital documents.

TextAid

A personal reading and writing solution designed to assist those with learning disabilities.

LMS Integration

Certified integrations with education platforms like Brightspace, D2L, and itslearning.

API and SDK Access

Developer tools for embedding speech technology into various software and hardware environments.

SpeechServer (MRCP/SAPI)

Enterprise-grade server solutions for large-scale or secure internal speech processing.

WCAG 2.2 AA Compliance

Ensures all tools meet the highest international standards for web accessibility.

Pronunciation Dictionary

Allows users to manually adjust how specific words or names are spoken for 100% accuracy.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
17
Interface languages
11
Billing currencies

Interface languages

ArabicDanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanItalianJapaneseKoreanNorwegianPolishPortugueseRussianSpanishSwedishTurkish

Billing currencies

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