A set of three black communication switches with domed red, yellow, and blue buttons, shown together as a bundle.

Getting Started with Communicators Bundle

by AbleNet

Est. $180–$350, see price history

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

Professional guidance helps The devices are simple to record on and use, so a family could get started alone. Choosing the right device, deciding what messages to record, and building a plan for using them in daily life works much better with a professional's guidance. That is why professional help is recommended rather than required.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

This bundle gives you three AbleNet voice output devices: the BIG Step-by-Step, the BIGmack, and the iTalk2. All three play back recorded messages when pressed, so someone just starting with communication aids can try out different styles in one purchase. The BIGmack holds a single message with 2 minutes of recording time. The iTalk2 holds two messages across three levels, and the BIG Step-by-Step plays messages in order, with levels for switching between sets. Snap Switch Caps let you attach pictures or symbols to each device, and the included cables let you connect them to toys and appliances for play and cause-and-effect activities. It's a good fit for a child or adult who needs simple ways to make requests or take part in activities, but a speech-language pathologist or other AT professional can help decide which device suits the person and what to record.

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 guidance helps
Price
Est. $180–$350
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Press the large button on a device to hear its recorded message once you have recorded something onto it.
  • With a guide
    1. Record your first message on each device and slide a picture or symbol under the Snap Switch Cap to match it.
    2. To use a device with a toy or appliance, plug in one of the included cables as directed in the instructions. Expect about 30 to 45 minutes to try all three. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    A speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, or ATP can help choose which device fits the person's abilities and goals, plan what messages and symbols to use, and set up levels. A first session usually takes about an hour.

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Sources & fine print

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

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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