Say the TextvsSpeechify
Say the Text vs. Speechify (2026): Honest Comparison
Speechify is great for reading web articles aloud in real time. Say the Text is built for converting and storing long documents as a permanent audio library.
Try Say the Text Free — No Credit CardFeature Comparison
| Feature | Say the Text | Speechify |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 50 hours/month, full features | Limited (speed + voice locked) |
| Premium price | $5/month ($60/year) | $139/year (~$11.60/mo) |
| PDF upload | Yes | Yes |
| EPUB support | Yes | Partial |
| Audio library | Full library + playlists | Partial |
| Voice cloning | Yes (free) | Paid only |
| Browser extension | No | Yes (core feature) |
| Download audio (MP3) | Yes | Paid only |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Why Say the Text Wins
- Full feature access on the free tier (50 hours/month)
- $5/month vs. $11.60/month equivalent — more than half the price
- Audio downloads included at all tiers
- Voice cloning on free plan
- Built for long-form documents and audiobook creation
When Speechify Makes Sense
- Chrome/Safari extension for reading any web page aloud in real time
- Clean, polished mobile app
- Good for people who primarily read web content rather than documents
- Speed reading mode with word-by-word highlighting
Speechify Weaknesses
- Premium is $139/year — 2.3× the cost of Say the Text's premium
- Free tier locks speed control and voice selection behind a paywall
- Audio downloads require paid tier
- Less focused on audiobook-style library organization
- Voice cloning locked to paid plans
Verdict
For web article reading in-browser — Speechify. For converting books, PDFs, and building an audio library you own — Say the Text.
Bottom Line
Speechify charges $139/year for features that Say the Text includes in a $5/month plan. For document conversion and audiobook creation, the value gap is significant.
Try Say the Text for Free
50 hours per month. No credit card. No trial period. Works in 60 seconds.
Get Started Free