Fast AAC vs TD Snap

Fast AAC is an augmentative and alternative communication app designed to help people of all ages and abilities communicate. Its customizable grid lets users rearrange tiles, create new ones and add personal images. The Google Play listing describes more than 1,500 image tiles and smart suggestions that predict next words from a user's entries. Tile colors can be adjusted, and light and dark mode presets are available. The maker says the app supports multiple languages. Fast AAC works without an internet connection and provides speech output with touch and swipe access. The privacy policy says the app collects no information and stores user-generated content on the device; the terms say it has no hosted accounts or cloud backups, so users are responsible for device-level backups. It is intended for nonverbal children and adults, including people with autism, cerebral palsy, stroke recovery or other speech challenges. The download is free; premium features require a one-time upgrade for 12.99 USD. The terms caution that predictions may be inaccurate and that the app is not a medical device or substitute for professional advice.

TD Snap is augmentative and alternative communication software with page sets for people with speech and language disabilities. The sets support touch, eye gaze, or switch access and provide speech output. Core First, Motor Plan, Express, Text, Scanning, and Aphasia are included with purchase; PODD is available as an in-app purchase. Editing and search tools, visual supports, QuickFires, Google Assistant, and myTobiiDynavox are also included. The latter supports backing up, sharing, and syncing customized content. TD Snap runs on Windows and iPadOS. Listed requirements are Windows 10 64-bit version 1803 or newer and iPadOS 15 or newer. The app is free to download, but speech requires a monthly subscription after a one-month free trial; the App Store lists Speaking Upgrade Monthly at $9.99. The maker says it cannot guarantee compatibility with other hardware brands and does not support compatibility issues on non-approved hardware. Training sessions, video tutorials, webinars, online tools, and software support resources are available.