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StellarTrek - Digital orientation and mobility assistant

$999.00

The StellarTrek is a handheld navigation device that combines GPS with OCR, which reads printed text aloud, so you can find your way and read signs and other text as you go. It's built for people who are blind or have low vision and want help getting around on their own. It's a dedicated device rather than an app, so it has its own hardware and doesn't rely on your phone. Learning to use navigation tools well often goes best with an orientation and mobility specialist, who can show you how to fit it into the routes and travel skills you already use.

Prodigi for Windows

$995.00

Prodigi for Windows is software that puts magnification, text-to-speech, and document access together in one program for people with low vision who use a Windows computer. It is meant to make everyday computer use and reading easier on screen. Because it runs on your own PC, you get a software solution rather than a separate dedicated device, so the computer you already use is part of the setup.

Mantis Q40

$2,682.00

The Mantis Q40 pairs a QWERTY keyboard with a 40-cell refreshable braille display in one wireless unit. It lets a braille reader type and read braille wherever they are, instead of being tied to a desk setup. You can connect it to other devices as a keyboard and braille display, and it can also work on its own as a dedicated device. One limit to plan for: moving files between a Mac and the Mantis over USB doesn't currently work, so you'll need a USB drive or SD card to carry files across.

BrailleNote evolve: KeySoft on Windows 11

The BrailleNote evolve is a braille notetaker that runs two environments on one device: HumanWare's KeySoft, built for reading and writing in braille, and Windows 11 Pro. It comes with the NVDA screen reader and Microsoft 365, so someone who is blind can write, read, and work on shared documents using braille. You get a notetaker and a Windows computer in one dedicated device, which suits a student or worker who needs to use mainstream software without sight. Choosing it well takes some thought, because it replaces more than one device and the best fit depends on how the person already works.

BrailleNote Touch Plus – My First Notetaker

$2,995.00

This special edition of the BrailleNote Touch Plus is aimed at children aged 4 to 8 who are just starting to learn braille. It is a notetaker with a refreshable braille display, which means the braille dots change as the child reads and writes. It also comes with accessible digital tools designed to be easier for young children to use. It is a dedicated device, so it works on its own without a computer or phone.

Juno

$1,472.00

The Juno is a handheld video magnifier with a 7-inch LCD touchscreen. It lets you enlarge print and other items while you're out and about, and it includes OCR (optical character recognition), which reads printed text aloud. It's a complete, dedicated device, so you don't need a phone or computer to use it, though a demo is available if you'd like to try it before buying.

Monarch

$15,500.00

The Monarch is a braille tablet with a refreshable display that is 10 lines tall and 32 cells wide. Because it shows several lines at once, it can present tactile graphics right alongside braille text, so charts, diagrams, and words can be read together under the fingertips. It connects to downloadable digital textbooks and to APH's Tactile Graphics Image Library, which makes it a fit for students and other readers who are blind or have low vision and want to get materials into their hands faster. It's a high-end, dedicated device, so it makes sense to talk with a teacher of students with visual impairments or an ATP about how it fits a learner's materials and routines.

Via

Est. $1,500–$8,000

The Via is a speech-generating device built on iOS, so it looks and feels familiar to anyone who has used an iPhone or iPad. It runs research-based AAC apps, including TouchChat, LAMP Words for Life, and WordPower. The family has several models: the Pro, the compact and durable Nano, and the Mini, which is also durable and portable. This is a complete communication device for someone who can't rely on speech. Choosing the right model, app, vocabulary, and way to access it is a big decision, so an evaluation with a speech-language pathologist helps.

Enabler Socket+ (UK version)

Est. $60–$150

The Enabler Socket+ is a mains power socket that a person can turn on and off with a switch. You plug in a lamp, fan, heater, or stereo, or a switch-adapted toy or device, and press a standard 3.5mm switch to control it. It can also be driven from the Control USB, and up to 16 units can be linked so one person can manage several devices in a room. Three modes let you pick how it behaves: on while pressed, latched on and off, or timed. It uses radio signals that work through walls, so the switch doesn't need to be near the socket. This is the UK version, so check that it matches your plug type and voltage. It does nothing on its own, since you'll need a switch or a Control USB to operate it.

Grid Pad

Est. $5,000–$12,000

The Grid Pad is a dedicated communication device that speaks for someone who can't rely on natural speech. It runs Smartbox's Grid AAC software and comes in a 13 inch or 16 inch screen. It works with many ways of access, including eye gaze, and a rugged eye gaze module is available to turn it into a dedicated eye gaze device. A bright 6.5 inch second screen faces the listener, and built-in environment control lets the user operate other devices around the home. A dual Rehadapt/Daessy mounting plate and a durable body make it practical for use on the go, such as on a wheelchair. This is a full, high-end system, so expect the right setup to be tailored to the person who will use it.

Portable Clear Communication Device

Est. $15–$60

This is a clear, wipe-clean communication board that holds your own custom symbols or Talking Pockets, so you can build a simple, low-tech way to communicate that fits one person. It comes in three sizes and is made to be carried, which suits use at school, in the community, or around the house. It doesn't come with symbols or vocabulary on it. You'll need to choose and make the content yourself, and that's where it helps to have an SLP or AAC specialist weigh in.

Solo Range

Est. $80–$350

The Solo Range is a family of small Bluetooth access devices that includes switches, a joystick and touch controls. They let someone operate a tablet or computer wirelessly when a standard touchscreen, mouse or keyboard is hard to use. The range works with Android, iOS, Mac and Windows devices. Because the range offers several different input styles, the main task is matching the right one to how the person moves and what they need to do on the device. Choosing the right piece and setting it up usually goes better with an OT, SLP or ATP.

Clarity P-340-M Amplified UC Corded USB Handset Optimized for MS Lync

$149.95

The Clarity P-340-M is a corded USB handset that lets you take computer calls through a phone-style receiver, with amplified sound for people who have trouble hearing callers. It's built for PC-based Unified Communications calling and is tuned for use with Microsoft Lync on Windows.

GoTalk 4+ Lite Touch

$319.00

The GoTalk 4+ Lite Touch is a portable, button-based communication device that plays back messages you record yourself. Four programmable buttons hold pictures and voice recordings in any language, and two extra core buttons stay put across levels for words or phrases used all the time. Across five levels it stores up to 20 messages, about 4.6 minutes of recording in total, so one device can cover several settings or topics. It has a volume control, record lock and level lock, and a quick-level erase for re-recording. It suits someone with limited speech who can make choices from a small set of options. Expect a small vocabulary, since this is a recorded-message device, not a full speech system.

BIG Step-by-Step

$220.00

The BIG Step-by-Step is a large-button voice output device that plays recorded messages one at a time, in order, each time the button is pressed. That makes it a good fit for telling a story, counting, giving step-by-step instructions, or sharing a joke. It holds four minutes of total recording time and stores messages on three separate levels, so you can keep one set for morning routines and another for a classroom activity. It comes with red, yellow, green, and blue tops and a clear snap-on cap that holds a picture symbol, and it runs on the 9V battery that comes with it. It suits someone who needs a simple way to take part in a routine or conversation by pressing one big button, and it is light enough to carry between school, therapy, and home.

Grid Pad Go

Est. $1,500–$3,500

The Grid Pad Go is a portable, tough communication device that runs Smartbox's Grid software, so a person can speak with symbols or text and have the device say it aloud. It has a tactile handle and strap, can be mounted to a wheelchair, and is drop tested to 1 meter with extra screen protection. For people who can't tap a screen easily, it has two switch ports, oversized buttons, and an optional keyguard (a plate that guides the finger to the right spot). Grid also gives access to apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, and it supports a range of voices as well as a personalized voice. The page lists it for people whose speech is affected by conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, early MND/ALS, stroke, or aphasia.

Domino Pro ADA Compliance Device

$999.95

The Domino Pro is a portable listening system that picks up a speaker's voice and sends it to the listener's headphones or earbuds, so speech stays clear in noisy rooms or across a distance. Both the transmitter and the receiver have two microphone types, one that hears all around and one that focuses on a single direction, so you can adapt to the setting and cut background noise. Place the transmitter near the speaker or wear it on a lanyard for one-on-one talks like interviews, check-ins, or bedside conversations. It can also connect to a TV or other media source, so a person can listen at a comfortable volume without changing the room's volume. It is built for organizations such as clinics, schools, and public venues that need a ready-to-use way to support communication.

StellarTrek AI Powered Talking Mobility Device

$999.00

The StellarTrek is a handheld talking device that gives spoken, step-by-step directions to a destination and helps with the last 40 feet to a door or entrance. It uses GPS, built-in optical sensors, and AI to describe intersections, detect crosswalks, and identify doors and street addresses. It also reads printed text aloud with OCR (which turns printed words into speech), and it can scan bar codes and name colors, so one device covers street signs, menus, and store products. It runs on its own rechargeable battery through USB-C and doesn't lean on your phone's battery or data. Maps are free to download, and it works in 13 languages.

iTalk2 with Levels

Est. $500–$1,200

The iTalk2 with Levels is a talking device with big, colored buttons that each play back a message you record. It has up to 12 messages across three levels and about 6 minutes of total recording time. Dual amplified speakers help messages carry in noisy rooms. The buttons have clear snap caps that hold picture symbols, so each message is easy to recognize. You can plug in external switches (sold separately) so someone can play messages without pressing the buttons, and the toy/appliance outputs let it trigger toys or other devices. The product page describes the four-button iTalk4 model, so confirm the button count for this exact model before ordering.

Milestone 312 Ace Text-to-Speech Book Reader-Player

$525.95

The Milestone 312 Ace is a credit-card-sized pocket player that reads text files aloud with built-in text-to-speech. It also plays DAISY audio books and music, records voice notes, and works as a radio, clock, and alarm. It handles a wide range of formats, including MP3, Word documents, EPUB, Audible files, Bookshare books, and NLS books, and you can speed up or slow down playback. At 1.9 ounces, it's easy to carry all day. Most of what it does is reading and listening, so it suits someone who is blind or has low vision and wants one small device to replace several. You'll need to load your own books and files onto it from a computer.

Push Notification ADA Compliance Kit with Portable Receiver

$333.85

This kit sends a wireless alert from a push button to a portable receiver that flashes lights and sounds a tone. A bed shaker is included for night, so someone who can't count on hearing a doorbell or call can still notice it. The push button works as a doorbell mounted by a door, or as a call-for-assistance button that can be worn, kept at the bedside, or placed at a service counter. The three pieces come already linked, with no Wi-Fi, app, or pairing needed. That makes it a practical fit for hotel rooms, assisted living suites, and public housing units. The receiver runs on batteries and is small enough to sit on a nightstand, desk, or counter.

Milestone 312 ACE Book Reader for the Blind

$495.00

The Milestone 312 ACE is a pocket-sized, credit-card-size digital player that reads books and plays audio for someone who is blind or has low vision. It plays audiobooks from sources like the National Library Service, Audible, and Bookshare, and it can read text and Word (.doc) files aloud with built-in text-to-speech voices from Acapela. It also plays music, records voice notes with its built-in microphone or an external one, and works as a clock and alarm. Playback speed is adjustable, and you can listen through the built-in speaker or headphones. It supports many common formats, including MP3, DAISY 2.02 and 3.0, and TXT, so most files play without conversion.

Switcher-4

Est. $150–$350

The Switcher-4 lets one person run up to four devices, such as a communicator, phone, or tablet, from a single switch. You move between the connected devices without swapping cables or asking for help. A light, and an optional beep, show which device is active. It was designed with wheelchair and lap-tray users in mind. It comes with four device cables and a USB charging cable, and its built-in battery recharges over USB. Pairing and alert settings are saved even when it powers down. The it-Switch is sold separately, so you'll need to add that before it does anything.

The ADDvox7 Waistband Amplifier

$141.15

The ADDvox7 is a wearable voice amplifier that makes a quiet voice louder, adding up to 15dB with no feedback squeal. You clip the amplifier at your waist and speak into a headset or lapel microphone, and the 7-watt speaker projects your voice in places like restaurants or crowded gatherings. It's meant for people with a weak or impaired voice, including those who use an electronic speech aid, a voice prosthesis, or esophageal speech. Teachers, tour guides, and fitness instructors use it too. The built-in rechargeable battery runs up to 14 hours, and the kit comes with both microphones, a carry case, and batteries with a charger. It makes your own voice louder, so it won't help someone who can't produce voice at all.