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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.

Making such an useful tool, replying to every single comment or review and giving support to people's issues as soon as possible?? Carefully, he is a hero.

Martin Bui

Martin Bui

Helperbird user

Just added it and it feels like my eyes are flowing through text!

bondziotek

bondziotek

Helperbird user

Amazing tool, love the new overlay feature!!

James Connel

James Connel

Helperbird user

This chrome extension is absolutely amazing. I'm a Primary school teacher and it helps children with a broad range of needs. It's so easy to set up. I love the way it syncs across devices so set up is seamless across all the children's computers. The customizable features are a game changer for allowing children to enjoy reading and accessing the web in our school. The best application I have ever seen for school children. Looking forward to trying the iPad application soon.

Luke Mccarthy

Luke Mccarthy

Teacher

Love the new ruler. Thank you so much and cant wait for the Google docs add on.

A Google User

A Google User

Helperbird user

Thank you!! Love the tint feature.

A Google User

A Google User

Helperbird user

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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