Top 5 Free Text-to-Speech Software for Mac

Hello, thank you for always using Ondoku.

Text-to-speech software is so convenient, I want to use it!

But in those moments, finding software as a Mac user can be a daunting task.

In fact, compared to Windows, there are very few text-to-speech software options compatible with Mac.

This time, we will introduce text-to-speech software and sites that even Mac users can use.

Free text-to-speech software usable on Mac

There are mainly five free text-to-speech software (sites) that can be used on Mac.

• Ondoku
• Mac OS standard software
• VOICEVOX
• Yukumo!
• Text-to-Speech Reader

Ondoku

Ondoku has a wide range of free use, and the sound quality is very clear and easy to listen to.

Since it can be used on a website, there is no need to install it on a computer or smartphone. You can use it easily anywhere.

It also supports a wide range of foreign languages, covering over 30 countries.

The audio you create can be downloaded immediately in MP3 format.

Commercial use is also possible.

If you are unsure about which text-to-speech method to use, why not try Ondoku first?

Mac OS standard software

On Mac, since OS X Yosemite (10.9), it has been possible to create synthesized voice narration using only standard OS software.

You can choose voice types such as

• A Japanese female voice named "Kyoko"
• A Japanese male voice named "Otoya"

The setup method is

[System Preferences] → [Accessibility] → [Speech]

where you can configure the settings.

You can try it on your Mac right now, so please give it a shot.

Please note that if you are considering commercial use, you will need to check Apple's terms of use.

Can't I use Siri?

Many people want to use the voice of Siri, the AI assistant available on Mac OS.

In conclusion, although it takes some effort, it is not impossible to use.

【How to use】

1. Enter the text you want read into a text note
2. Launch Siri
3. Instruct Siri to "read the note"

However, this method depends on your Mac environment.

Depending on Siri's state, it might read it, or it might not.

It really depends on Siri's mood.

It is not guaranteed to work stably, so I do not recommend it.

VOICEVOX

This is the software that provides the voice of "Zundamon," famous on YouTube and other platforms.

The key point is that it is free and can be used for commercial purposes.

However, since the terms of use for commercial purposes differ depending on the character used, it is recommended to check carefully for each character beforehand.

Some characters have very relaxed rules, while others require permission from a separate office in advance.

VOICEVOX was developed by Hiho, an engineer at "Dwango Media Village."

It is a wonderful, free-to-use text-to-speech software.

The Complete Guide to Using VOICEVOX! Detailed explanation from features of the free AI speech synthesis software to commercial use

A detailed explanation from the features of VOICEVOX to how to use it and precautions for commercial use. A complete guide to the free AI speech synthesis software that can read aloud in the voices of popular characters like Zundamon.

Yukumo!

Yukumo! is a web service that allows text-to-speech from a browser.

Since it can be operated on the web, it can be used without worrying about the OS.

It is a free-to-use text-to-speech software made using the speech synthesis library "AquesTalk," developed and sold by Aquest Corp.

Use within the scope of personal hobbies (such as video creation/streaming including "Yukkuri" voices) is free, but if you use the generated audio for commercial purposes (including "ad-supported" video streaming on YouTube, etc.), you must purchase a "Usage License (for commercial content)."

Yukumo!

Text-to-Speech Reader

• The Mac standard OS voice, "Kyoko"
• Android reading voices

This is a text-to-speech site that can read using these voices.

There is no mention of commercial use, so you may need to make an inquiry to see if it is available.

Text-to-Speech Reader

Try out text-to-speech software

All five text-to-speech software programs introduced this time can be used for free.

*For personal use. Since commercial use varies by software and site, please check each one.

If it can be used on a website, you can use it right away by accessing it.

The quality of Mac's standard OS software is also not to be underestimated.

For Mac users, finding compatible software is quite an effort.

Even if you think "This software is great!" and try to use it, you cannot use it if the OS is not supported.

However, the number of text-to-speech software programs compatible with Mac and those available on websites has increased.

It may still be difficult to make it as emotionally rich as a human reading.

Additionally, since Japanese has various types of writing like Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana, there are parts that are more difficult to read aloud than in other languages.

Therefore, older text-to-speech software would sometimes make mistakes in reading.

But compared to five years ago, the way they read aloud has become much more human-like now.

As long as text-to-speech software continues to be developed in the future, the quality of reading aloud will continue to improve.

We are now in the future that someone once dreamed of.

Ondoku will continue to work hard to ensure that we can read aloud with wonderful voices.

Please try using for yourself.

We look forward to seeing you.