OpenSpeak is a free AAC communication app helping non-verbal children express themselves using symbols, AI assistance, and speech output. Works offline and supports multiple languages.
Your child's privacy is our top priority. OpenSpeak was built from the ground up to protect your family.
Sign recognition runs entirely on your device. Nothing leaves your phone.
No video, images, or biometric data is ever collected or stored.
Works completely offline. No internet needed for sign recognition.
For millions of families, everyday moments — saying “I love you,” asking for help, or sharing how they feel — remain out of reach. Non-verbal children with autism and speech delays often struggle to express their needs, leading to frustration, isolation, and missed connections.
Many AAC apps cost hundreds of dollars and only work on expensive devices. OpenSpeak changes that.
That's why OpenSpeak is free and always will be. Every child deserves the tools to be heard.
Built with input from speech therapists, special educators, and families. Designed to be intuitive for children and caregivers alike.
Hand-picked ARASAAC pictograms across 9 categories with 3 vocabulary levels (Starter, Growing, Full). Tap symbols to build sentences instantly.
English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Portuguese, Hindi, and Chinese — with full RTL support. Bilingual mode shows dual labels on every symbol.
Tap "I + WANT + EAT" and hear "I want to eat." Seven language-specific grammar engines build natural sentences with proper conjugation and word order.
After tapping just 1-2 symbols, OpenSpeak suggests complete sentences using context, time of day, and word patterns — fully offline, no cloud needed.
Full keyboard with smart word prediction for users transitioning to text-based communication. Grammar preview shows the sentence in real time.
No internet? No problem. Symbols, grammar, predictions, and TTS all work offline. Download language packs once, communicate forever.
Row-column scanning with configurable speed, loops, and visual highlights for users with motor disabilities. Works with Bluetooth HID switches.
Speech therapists get a multi-student analytics dashboard with vocabulary growth tracking and exportable PDF progress reports for IEP meetings.
Multiple user profiles with personalized boards, voice settings, and usage analytics. Guided onboarding wizard gets you started in under 2 minutes.
A colorful 3x3 symbol grid lets children build sentences by tapping familiar pictograms. Each category is color-coded following AAC standards so caregivers and therapists see consistency across tools.
Each word in OpenSpeak comes with an ASL sign reference. Children and caregivers can learn sign language naturally while using symbol-based communication.
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Getting started with OpenSpeak is simple. No account required, no subscriptions, no complicated setup.
Download OpenSpeak free from the App Store or Google Play. The app is lightweight and installs in seconds.
Create a profile in under a minute. Choose symbol categories, voice preferences, and customize the board layout for any user.
Start tapping symbols to build sentences and express yourself immediately. It's that simple.
Premium AAC apps charge hundreds of dollars and lock you into one platform. OpenSpeak delivers more features — for free.
| Feature | Proloquo2Go $249 |
TouchChat $299 |
OpenSpeak Free |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS only | iOS only | Android + iOS + Web |
| Languages | 3 | English | 7 languages |
| Bilingual mode | No | No | Yes |
| AI suggestions | No | No | Yes (offline) |
| Grammar engine | English | No | 7 languages |
| Switch access | Basic | Basic | Full scanning |
| SLP dashboard | No | No | Yes + PDF export |
| Chromebook PWA | No | No | Yes |
"For the first time, my son told me he was happy. I didn't know a free app could change our lives like this. OpenSpeak gave our family hope."
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"I've used many AAC tools professionally, and OpenSpeak's approach is remarkably thoughtful. The fact that it's free makes it accessible to every family I work with."
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"We use OpenSpeak in our special education classroom daily. The kids love picking their own symbols, and the offline mode means it works even during field trips."
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OpenSpeak includes American Sign Language recognition powered by on-device AI. No data leaves your phone — ever.
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OpenSpeak was designed alongside speech therapists, special educators, and families who understand the challenges children face when they cannot speak. Our mission is simple: Every child deserves the tools to be heard.