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What is the difference between on-device and cloud voices for text-to-speech?

Written by Sofia
Updated today

On-device voices

  • Run locally on your computer.

  • Work without an internet connection.

  • Start playing almost instantly.

  • Use fewer system resources.

  • Sound clear, but may be less expressive.

Cloud voices

  • Run on Speechify's servers.

  • Require an internet connection.

  • Offer more natural tone, pacing, and emotion.

  • May have a slight delay depending on your connection.

Which should I use?

  • on-device voices for speed, reliability, or when you need to work offline or with low internet.

  • cloud voices for the most natural and expressive listening experience.

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