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Both Helperbird and Read & Write by Texthelp are trusted accessibility tools used by millions. This page is about helping you find the right fit - not picking a winner.
We believe in choice. The best tool is the one that works for you.
Over 30 reading, writing, and accessibility tools - available on every major browser and platform, with a generous free tier.
Listen to any webpage read aloud with natural voices. Supports multiple languages and adjustable speed.
FreeDictate text anywhere on the web. Great for emails, forms, and notes - completely hands-free.
ProGet smart word suggestions as you type. Faster writing, fewer typos - works on any website.
ProSwitch to OpenDyslexic or other dyslexia-friendly fonts on any website with one click.
FreeAdd sticky notes and annotations to any website or PDF. Highlight text and leave comments for later.
ProCatch spelling mistakes as you type, with suggestions that understand context.
ProHelperbird is available on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, iPad, iPhone, Google Docs, and Google Slides.
Read & Write by Texthelp supports Chrome, Windows, Mac, and has integrations with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Helperbird offers a generous free tier with core features included. Pro is $30 a year, with educational and volume discounts.
Read & Write offers a free toolbar with limited features. Full licenses are available through school and enterprise plans.
Both Read & Write and Helperbird are trusted by millions. Read & Write shines in school environments with deep Google Workspace integration. Helperbird offers broader browser support and a more flexible free tier. There's no wrong answer - just the right fit for your needs.
Helperbird is a very useful and smartly designed tool that will most definitely make the browsing life of any user suffering from from dyslexia or is even remotely visually impaired a lot easier. It’s very easy to use, has the ability to synchronize settings on multiple devices, and is very efficient thanks to a useful set of straightforward customization options.
Vladimir Ciobica
Helperbird user
Saw it mentioned at Cast last night! Love Immersive Reader.
Taylor Coffee
Firefox user
Simplemente increíble. Nunca he tenido una extensión con tantísimas opciones juntas. Como profesor, siempre la recomiendo a las familias de estudiantes con dificultades para mantener la atención, a la hora de leer, y otras necesidades específicas, aunque pienso que puede ser de uso para cualquiera. ¡Un 10!
Firefox user
Profesor / Teacher
I purchased this for my daughter who has been having a lot of difficulty accessing the online work set remotely by her teachers during our National Lockdown because of Covid-19. Her dyslexia was really hindering her ability to complete tasks and keep up which in turn led to increased anxiety levels...a really horrid place to be in during a global pandemic! Helper bird has been a vast help and I fully recommend it and wish more schools knew about it. Thank You Helper Bird.
Michelle Howard-Price
Assistive technology specialist
Amazing tool, love the new overlay feature!!
James Connel
Helperbird user
love it! I want it on Word and on all my applications now...
Vernon Dickey
Helperbird user
Quick answers to common questions. Need more help? Contact us.
Helperbird is a browser extension that makes websites, PDFs, and documents easier to read. It includes text-to-speech, dyslexia-friendly fonts, reading guides, and many other tools to help you read and write online.
Visit your browser's extension store (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari), search for 'Helperbird', and click 'Add to Browser'. Once installed, you'll see the Helperbird icon in your toolbar.
Yes! Helperbird has a free version with essential features that will always be free. Helperbird Pro is $30/year, Helperbird for Business or Schools is $1,500/year, and for Enterprise pricing, contact us.
Click the Helperbird icon, go to Settings, and log in using your browser's email account. If you have a subscription key, you can enter it there too.
Yes! Select any text on a page, right-click, and choose 'Text to speech' from the Helperbird menu. You can also use the play button in the Helperbird panel.
Make browsing easier and more accessible with tools like Text to Speech, Immersive Reader, and more.