ElevenReader is a premier text-to-speech mobile app by ElevenLabs. Import PDFs, eBooks, web articles, or custom text to listen on the go with thousands of natural-sounding AI voices. The app also features a built-in library of free audiobooks and classics.
Key Features
- Read aloud PDFs, eBooks, and web articles
- Thousands of voice options to choose from
- Built-in library of free audiobooks
- Offline listening (Paid plan)
- Custom voice cloning
Pros
- Industry-leading natural voice quality
- Generous free tier for daily use
- Supports multiple file types and content sources
Cons
- Non-English pronunciation and phrasing are less polished than English
- Must wait for the next billing cycle once free hours are exhausted
- Scanned PDFs require prior OCR processing
Use Cases
- Listening to research papers and reports during commutes
- Converting eBooks into personal audiobooks
- Practicing listening skills for language learning
- Accessibility aid for visually impaired readers
Editor's Note
I've used this to get through a couple of English research papers during my 40-minute commute, and it's a massive productivity booster. However, when listening to other languages, you may still occasionally catch a mispronounced proper noun that breaks your flow.
FAQ
Image-only scanned PDFs lack a text layer and require OCR conversion beforehand so the system can detect the text.
Image-only scanned PDFs lack a text layer and require OCR conversion beforehand so the system can detect the text.
It works, but complex phrasing, proper nouns, and long sentences can occasionally sound unnatural—especially in academic texts. We recommend testing a short excerpt first.
It works, but complex phrasing, proper nouns, and long sentences can occasionally sound unnatural—especially in academic texts. We recommend testing a short excerpt first.