Readability
An AI reading tutor app for kindergarten to 6th grade. It listens while your child reads leveled stories aloud, flags and corrects problem words in real time, then asks spoken comprehension questions. Parents get a dashboard of accuracy, speed and comprehension.
What is Readability?
Readability is a reading app that acts like an AI reading tutor. It's made by e4Site Inc. and is sold as Readability Tutor. Your child reads a story out loud. The app listens, highlights any words they miss and helps them say the word correctly. After the story, it asks comprehension questions out loud, and your child answers by speaking.
The goal is to give kids the kind of one-on-one read-aloud practice a parent or teacher would give, at times when no adult is free to listen.
How it works
- Pick or get a story. Readability chooses grade-level stories for each child, with bright pictures.
- Read aloud. The app follows along, corrects problem words in real time and lets kids tap a speaker icon to hear a word or passage.
- Answer questions. Spoken questions check that your child understood what they read.
- Build vocabulary. Kids long-press any word to hear it and learn what it means. The word then goes on their personal vocabulary list.
Parents get a dashboard showing what each child read, for how long, and their accuracy, comprehension and speed. Daily and weekly reports can be shared with a teacher. Most kids use it on their own for 15 to 30 minutes.
What it covers
| Skill | How Readability handles it |
|---|---|
| Fluency | Reading aloud with live feedback on accuracy and speed |
| Word recognition | Real-time correction and tap-to-hear support |
| Comprehension | Spoken questions after each story |
| Vocabulary | Word meanings and a personal word list |
| Phonics | Not taught as a structured sequence |
The app covers kindergarten through 6th grade, but kindergartners need to be able to read simple text first.
Who it's best for
Readability fits kids who can decode but need more practice reading out loud, and parents who can't sit in on every session. It also suits reluctant readers who like stories and earning progress. Browse more options for struggling readers and all reading apps.
It's not a good first program for kids who don't know their letter sounds yet. Start with a phonics program instead. Kids with speech differences may also get frustrated if the voice recognition mishears them.
Pricing at a glance
There's a 30-day free trial. As of October 2026, the App Store lists a $19.99 plan and a $139.99 annual plan. The App Store page doesn't say how often the $19.99 plan bills, so check the price screen in the app. Turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the trial ends if you don't want to be charged.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Possibly. Some ESA programs, such as Arizona ESA and Florida's scholarships, allow reading apps or online tutoring. Each program decides, and App Store receipts can be harder to submit. Check the rules on our scholarships page, save Readability to your wishlist, and apply once on Edulist.
How it compares
Amira Learning uses similar listen-and-correct AI and is sold mainly to schools. Epic and ReadingIQ offer big digital libraries but don't listen to your child read. Reading Eggs and HOMER teach phonics for younger kids. For older readers working on comprehension, ReadTheory is a free option.
See our full list of the best reading apps for kids.
Who Readability is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Kids in grades 1–6 who can read but need fluency and comprehension practice
- Busy parents who can't listen to every reading session
- Reluctant readers who respond to stories and a progress dashboard
Look elsewhere if
- Pre-readers who still need to learn letter sounds and blending
- Children with speech differences that voice recognition may misread
- Families who want a systematic phonics program
Readability pros and cons
Pros
- Listens and corrects in real time, like a reading partner
- Spoken comprehension questions, not just word reading
- Covers a wide range, from kindergarten to 6th grade
- Detailed parent reports you can share with a teacher
- Long 30-day free trial
Cons
- Speech recognition can mishear words or accents
- Not a phonics curriculum; some parents say it leans on word recognition over sounding out
- Some reviewers report bugs, slow loading and slow support
- Billing terms for the shorter plan are not spelled out on the App Store page
What’s included
- Voice recognition listens as the child reads aloud and highlights and corrects problem words
- Tap a speaker icon to hear a word or passage read aloud
- Spoken comprehension questions after each story, answered out loud
- Automatically picks grade-level stories for each child
- Personal vocabulary list: long-press any word for meaning and pronunciation
- Parent dashboard with reading time, accuracy, comprehension and speed, plus shareable reports
How much does Readability cost?
Readability is free to download, with a 30-day free trial that unlocks all features. After the trial, the subscription auto-renews. As of October 2026, the US App Store lists two in-app purchases: Readability Tutor at $19.99 and Readability Tutor Annual at $139.99. The App Store page does not say how often the $19.99 plan bills, so check the price screen in the app before you start.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Readability Tutor Annual (App Store) | $139.99/yr | Yearly | $11.67/mo |
Free trial: 30-day free trial, started by downloading the app and signing up.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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View wishlistWhat parents say
A summary of public parent feedback we read on forums, app stores and review sites. It is not a set of Edulist family reviews.
App Store feedback is mixed but leans positive. Many parents say their kids read more and enjoy the stories and that the parent reports are helpful. Critical reviews focus on the AI mispronouncing words or not hearing kids correctly, bugs, slow support and one report of an unexpected charge during the trial.
Common praise
- Kids who disliked reading started asking to read
- Helpful word support when a child gets stuck
- Detailed parent stats and reports
Common complaints
- Voice recognition mishears or marks correct words wrong
- Bugs, slow loading and audio problems
- Hard to reach support about billing
Sources: apps.apple.com · id1477213383
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Readability FAQs
How much does Readability Tutor cost?
As of October 2026, the US App Store lists two subscriptions: $19.99 and an annual plan at $139.99. Prices and billing periods can change, so confirm on the purchase screen. There's a 30-day free trial first.
Does Readability have a free trial?
Yes. Readability offers a 30-day free trial that unlocks all features. The subscription auto-renews unless you turn it off at least 24 hours before the trial ends.
How do I cancel Readability?
If you subscribed through Apple, open Settings, tap your name, choose Subscriptions and cancel Readability. Do it at least 24 hours before the renewal date to avoid the next charge.
What grades is Readability for?
The app says it is for kids from kindergarten to 6th grade. It works best once a child can read simple sentences, since it is built around reading stories aloud.
Does Readability teach phonics?
Not as a structured phonics course. It supports reading practice, pronunciation, vocabulary and comprehension. Beginning readers usually need a phonics program first or alongside it.
Is Readability a real tutor?
No. The tutor is software that uses voice recognition. It listens to your child read and asks questions, but no human teacher is involved.
Is Readability good for struggling readers?
It can help a struggling reader get more daily practice with support on hard words. Children with dyslexia or major decoding gaps generally need explicit, structured phonics instruction as well.
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