Paraspeech vs Text Reader

Comparing the features of Paraspeech to Text Reader

Feature
Paraspeech
Text Reader

Capability Features

Accessibility Features
Advanced AI Models
AI WaveNet Voices
Apple Silicon Optimization
Commercial Use Allowed
Continuous AI Improvement
Download as MP3
Educational Use
Fast Transcription
Fast Transcription Speed
165 WPM typical
Gender Selection
MaleFemale
Instant Generation
Language and Accent Variety
50+ languages and variants
Lightweight Resource Use
Manual Input Supported
Multi-language Support
AfrikaansArabicBengaliBulgarianCatalanChineseCzechDanishDutchEnglish (Australia)English (United Kingdom)English (United States)FilipinoFinnishFrench (Canada)French (France)GermanGujaratiHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianItalianJapaneseKannadaKoreanLatvianMalayalamMandarinNorwegianPolishPortuguese (Brazil)Portuguese (Portugal)RomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSpanish (Spain)Spanish (United States)SwedishTamilTeluguThaiTurkishUkrainianVietnamese
Natural Language Speech Recognition
No Upload to Server
Unlimited Downloads
User-Friendly Controls
Voice Data Privacy
Voice Options
Works in Background
Works Offline
Works Without Internet

Integration Features

API Integrations
Device Compatibility
macOS 13.5+Apple Silicon (M-series)
Microphone Access
Plugin Requirement
Supported Apps
All macOS apps
Supported Output Formats
MP3
System-wide Integration
Upload TXT Files

Limitation Features

Export Format Limitation
.txt
Free Tier Character Limit
1000
Initial Internet Requirement
No API or Plugin Integration
No Mention of API
No Windows Support
Supported RAM
8GB M1 Macs or higher

Other Features

Typing Speed Reference
75 WPM typical

Pricing Features

Free Download
Free Tier
Lifetime License
One-time purchase
Monthly Voice Generation Limit
3 hrs/month
No Subscription Required
Perpetual Ownership
Premium Plan Monthly
$18/mo
Price
$39.99
Pro Annual Plan
$15/mo (billed annually)
Unrestricted Usage
Updates Included
12 months
Voice Generation Limit (Annual)
36 hrs/year