Central Access Reader AlternativesText to Speech Services and other similar apps like Central Access Reader

Central Access Reader is described as '(CAR) is a free TTS application, which reads docx files and pasted text using the voices installed on your pc' and is a Text to Speech service. There are more than 25 alternatives to Central Access Reader for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, Linux and iPad apps. The best Central Access Reader alternative is Read Aloud Extension, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Central Access Reader are Balabolka, NaturalReader, eSpeak and Cloud TTS.

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  1. Read Aloud Extension icon

    Read Aloud Extension

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    Read aloud the content of any web page with one click using this browser extension for desktop and mobile browsers. Capable of reading in different languages. Speed, pitch and other settings available.

    76 Read Aloud Extension alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • Read Aloud Extension is the most popular Web-based alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • Read Aloud Extension is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • Read Aloud Extension is Free and Open SourceCentral Access Reader is also Free and Open Source
    • Read Aloud Extension is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCentral Access Reader is not according to our users
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    Balabolka

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    Balabolka is a Text-To-Speech (TTS) program. All computer voices installed on your system are available to Balabolka. The on-screen text can be saved as a WAV, MP3, MP4, OGG or WMA file. The program can read the clipboard content, view the text from DOC, EPUB, FB2, HTML, ODT...

    68 Balabolka alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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    • Balabolka is the most popular Windows alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • Balabolka is Free and ProprietaryCentral Access Reader is Free and Open Source
  4. NaturalReader icon

    NaturalReader

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    Natural Reader is a professional text to speech program that converts any written text into spoken words. The paid versions of Natural Reader have many more features.

    142 NaturalReader alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Google Chrome
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    • NaturalReader is the most popular Mac alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • NaturalReader is Free Personal and ProprietaryCentral Access Reader is Free and Open Source
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    Verbose

    Verbose is a text-to-speech software that converts written text into spoken words. It is designed to assist individuals who have difficulty reading or prefer to listen to content. With Verbose, users can convert documents, emails...

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    eSpeak

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    eSpeak is a compact open source software speech synthesizer for English and other languages, for Linux and Windows.

    100 eSpeak alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
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    • eSpeak is the most popular Android & Linux alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • eSpeak is Free and Open SourceCentral Access Reader is also Free and Open Source
  7. Cloud TTS icon

    Cloud TTS

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    CloudTTS is a straightforward text-to-speech application. Simply type in or paste the text you'd like to hear, and it reads it back to you.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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    TextAloud

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    NextUp.com develops Windows text to speech (TTS) software applications like TextAloud that let your computer talk with AT&T Natural Voices. TextAloud can also be in Microsoft Word as a plug-in.

    97 TextAloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • TextAloud is the most popular commercial alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • TextAloud is Paid and ProprietaryCentral Access Reader is Free and Open Source
    • TextAloud is Customizable and LightweightCentral Access Reader is not according to our users
  10. Verbose icon

    Verbose

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    Verbose is a text-to-speech software that converts written text into spoken words. It is designed to assist individuals who have difficulty reading or prefer to listen to content. With Verbose, users can convert documents, emails, web pages, and other text-based content into...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Speech Central icon

    Speech Central

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    ? The best text-to-speech experience - our proprietary engine significantly enhances the output of Apple's voices and AI voices (OpenAI, Azure, Google) by infusing their readings with emotion and variation.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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    • Speech Central is the most popular iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Central Access Reader.

    • Speech Central is Freemium and ProprietaryCentral Access Reader is Free and Open Source
    • Speech Central is Privacy focused and LightweightCentral Access Reader is not according to our users
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    Helperbird

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    Experience fast, accurate speech-to-text conversion on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and iOS with Helperbird's Voice Typing feature. Make communication simpler and more efficient. Try it free today!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Apps
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    TTSynth

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    🎤 Natural-Sounding Voices: Enjoy lifelike audio output that’s perfect for any use case.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  14. Simple TTS Reader icon

    Simple TTS Reader

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    Simple TTS Reader is a small utility that reads text from your clipboard using Microsoft Speech API. Whenever you copy any text, the app instantly converts it into spoken words. You have full control over the voice output — simply select your preferred speech engine from those...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  15. SpeakMyVoice icon

    SpeakMyVoice

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    With SpeakMyVoice, you're always part of the conversation. Your voice, your story, your freedom.

    • Type to Speak: Express yourself effortlessly. Just type, and let our app be your voice, anytime, anywhere.
    • Natural Voices: Choose from a variety of lifelike voices or even cl.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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