Murf vs Speechify
Which one should you choose? Here's how they compare.
| Feature | Murf | Speechify |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ★ 4.1 | ★ 4 |
| Pricing | $26/mo | $139/year |
| Type | freemium | freemium |
| Company | Murf | Speechify |
| Founded | 2020 | 2017 |
Murf Features
- •Text-to-speech
- •Voice cloning
- •Video sync
- •API access
Speechify Features
- •Text-to-speech
- •Speed control
- •Mobile app
- •Chrome extension
Murf Pros
- ✓Professional voices
- ✓Easy to use
- ✓Good for videos
Murf Cons
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Limited free tier
- ✗Fewer voice options
Speechify Pros
- ✓Great for reading
- ✓Mobile app
- ✓Speed control
Speechify Cons
- ✗Expensive yearly
- ✗Quality varies
- ✗Limited voices free
The Verdict
Murf (by Murf, founded 2020) and Speechify (by Speechify, founded 2017) both compete in the audio space, but they serve slightly different needs. Both tools offer 4 core features, but their strengths differ. Murf excels at text-to-speech, whereas Speechify puts more emphasis on speed control. However, Murf has a distinct advantage for Voiceovers and E-learning. On the other hand, Speechify is better suited for Reading assistance and Accessibility. Murf is particularly popular among Content creators and Educators, while Speechify tends to attract Students and Professionals. Both tools operate on a freemium model starting at $26/mo, making cost a non-factor in your decision. No tool is perfect. Murf's main limitation is expensive, which might be a dealbreaker for some workflows. Meanwhile, Speechify's biggest drawback is expensive yearly. We recommend Murf as the stronger overall choice (4.1 vs 4). It pulls ahead with stronger text-to-speech capabilities. However, if your workflow centers on text-to-speech, Speechify remains a highly capable alternative.
- • You prioritize text-to-speech
- • You prioritize voice cloning
- • You prioritize text-to-speech
- • You prioritize speed control