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Helperbird & Snap & Read

Both Helperbird and Snap & Read help people read, write, and learn online. They're both solid tools - this page is about helping you find the right fit for your needs.

We believe the best accessibility tool is the one that works for you. No wrong answers here.

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What Helperbird Offers

Over 30 reading, writing, and accessibility tools - with a generous free tier and support across every major browser and platform.

Platform Support

Helperbird is available on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, iPad, iPhone, Google Docs, and Google Slides - so it works wherever you do.

Snap & Read is available on Chrome and iPad, with a focus on educational environments.

Pricing

Helperbird offers a generous free tier with core features included. Pro plans start at $6.99/month with educational and volume discounts available.

Snap & Read offers a free trial, with paid plans tailored to schools and districts.

The Takeaway

Both Snap & Read and Helperbird are fantastic accessibility tools built to help people read, write, and learn online. Your choice depends on what platforms you use, what features matter most, and what fits your budget. There's no wrong answer - just the right tool for you.

What People Are Saying

Join over 1,000,000 people who use Helperbird every day.

You can bookmark the websites or pages for future reading. Font Sizes can be increased or decreased to our own satisfaction. You can translate the page or website using Google Translator.

Noopur A.

Noopur A.

Director Product

Wow what great tool, I love it! Keep up the excellent work. Add more fonts in the future and cant wait for the ios version!!

A Google User

A Google User

Helperbird user

this extension seems amazing so if that doesn't bother you, I say go ahead and get it!

Ana Robledo

Ana Robledo

Helperbird user

It's just a one-stop solution if I want to customize my page. With very good UI design.

g2.com review

g2.com review

Verified User in Design

This is a great little extension, lightweight and non intrusive. With dyslexia its reading that's an issue, not the underlying intelligence. An aid such as this one, can help deliver the world to some who may not otherwise have received it. Great Work.

Colm Murphy

Colm Murphy

Helperbird user

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

Michelle Howard-Price

Assistive technology specialist

Questions & Answers

Quick answers to common questions. Need more help? Contact us.

What is Helperbird?

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.

How do I install Helperbird?

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.

Is Helperbird free?

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.

How do I log in to Helperbird?

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.

Can Helperbird read text out loud?

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.

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