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Novachat

by PRC-Saltillo

Est. $1,500–$8,000, see price history

Typical price range, not a vendor quote. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.

Professional setup required A speech-generating device is a full communication system, not just a gadget. Choosing the right vocabulary, layout, and way to touch or select items depends on a clinical assessment. A poor match can waste significant money and leave the person without a reliable voice. For that reason, a professional should guide the evaluation and setup.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 7, 2026

The NovaChat is a dedicated speech-generating device that runs on an Android platform. It gives someone who can't rely on speech a customizable way to talk, using software like WordPower to build messages for chatting, answering questions, or writing to others. It comes in a rugged wrap with easy-grip handles and a tempered-glass screen protector, so it's built to go with you through the day. A built-in speaker, visual cues that highlight selected items, and a feature called InputStick, which lets the device act as a wireless keyboard for a personal computer, round it out. Keyguards and similar touch-access supports can help with accurate selection.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional setup required
Price
Est. $1,500–$8,000
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Insurance
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Charge the device and power it on to confirm the screen and speaker work.
  • With a guide
    1. Open the communication software and explore the starting vocabulary and layouts.
    2. Add personal words, names, and phrases so the device sounds like the user.
  • With professional help
    1. A speech-language pathologist (SLP), often with an occupational therapist (OT), should assess the person's communication needs and best way to access the screen, such as direct touch, a keyguard, or another method. Expect an evaluation and several sessions to choose a vocabulary system and set up the device.
    2. Training for the user and their communication partners helps the device become part of daily life. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from PRC-Saltillo — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 7, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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