article2audio
article2audio is a web-based tool that converts text articles into audio, as if a buddy is reading them to you. It reads text, interprets images with hints, summarizes tables, and provides natural-sounding voice-overs. The service emphasizes meaningful voicing, descriptive imagery, and the ability to digest complex content without overwhelming detail.
Key Highlights
- Descriptive imagery: AI-enhanced interpretation of images to accompany audio.
- Table summaries: Synthesizes table data into concise takeaways rather than line-by-line readings.
- Complex text interpretation: Explains programming code or intricate formatting clearly.
- Meaningful voice-overs: Produces natural, listener-friendly narration instead of generic reads.
Supported Content and Output
- Converts articles and blog posts from URLs into audio.
- Can process any web page URL to extract and narrate content.
- Audio is designed for easy listening, with a focus on readability and comprehension.
How to Use
- Enter the URL of your article (no credit card required).
- Wait for the tool to process and generate audio.
- Click the 🎧 icon after conversion to listen, or use your preferred podcast app to consolidate multiple articles.
Voices and Languages
- Languages: English only (American English).
- Voices: Two American English options — one male and one female.
Platform Availability
- Web app only (no iOS/Android app yet). You can add the web app to your home screen for a near-native experience.
Usage and Sharing
- Audio files can be used online or offline, for broadcasting, and in other materials, provided you have rights to the source text.
- Commercial use is allowed; there are no ongoing royalties beyond the regular account cost.
- Sharing of generated audio requires appropriate rights to the source material.
Pricing
- Simple pricing: $2.22 for one hour of generated audio (excluding tax).
Refund Policy
- Refunds available for unused balance (in minutes) at the balance price at purchase time.
- Refunds available for up to 2 hours of used balance.
How It Stands Out
- Descriptive imagery enhances comprehension.
- Table summaries deliver essential takeaways.
- Complex text (including code) is explained clearly.
- Natural-sounding voice-overs improve listening experience.
How to Use article2audio
- Enter the URL of your article.
- Convert and wait for audio generation.
- Listen by clicking the 🎧 icon or via a connected podcast app.
FAQ Highlights
- Supported languages: English only.
- Available voices: 2 American English options (male and female).
- Platform: Web app only; no dedicated mobile app, but home-screen installation is possible.
- Shareability: You can share audio if you have rights to the source material.
- Commercial use: Permitted with standard account; no royalties tied to voices beyond the account cost.
- Refunds: Provided for unused balance or up to 2 hours of used balance.
Core Features
- Convert articles from URLs to audio with AI-assisted interpretation of text and visuals
- Descriptive imagery integration to enhance listening experience
- Automatic table summarization to capture key takeaways
- Complex text interpretation for code and formatted content
- Natural-sounding voice-overs with two American English voice options
- Web-only platform with iOS-like home-screen accessibility
- Simple pricing (per hour) with a straightforward refund policy