A round AAC communication device with a large domed red button on a black textured base.

Smooth Talker with Levels

by AbleNet

Est. $150–$350, see price history

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

Professional guidance helps The device works out of the box for simple recording and playback. But the many playback modes, the shared memory across five levels, and the choice of how to activate it all affect how well it works for a given person. A professional can help match the setup to the person's goals, so professional help is recommended rather than required.

What it is

Summary

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

The Smooth Talker with Levels is a recordable voice output device. You record messages onto it, and it plays them back when it's activated. It holds 8 minutes of total recording time, shared across five levels, so you can set aside more or less memory for different activities. It has many playback modes, such as stepping through messages in order, playing them in random order, offering choices from a menu, and asking a question that gets an answer. You can also add a new message to a recording without erasing what's already there. It charges from a USB socket, can be used while charging, and has twin speakers. For wired switch access, there's an input socket, or you can pair a wireless switch like the it-Switch. With all those modes and levels, it's a flexible tool for classroom, therapy, or home use, but it takes some planning to set up well.

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. $150–$350
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Charge the device from any USB socket. It can still be used while it charges.
  • With a guide
    1. Record your first messages and try out the playback modes to see which fits the activity.
    2. If you plan to use a switch, plug a wired switch into the input socket or pair a wireless switch such as the it-Switch. Plan on about 30 minutes to get comfortable. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    An SLP, OT, or ATP can help choose which playback modes and level layout suit the person, and how they will activate it (hand, wired switch, or wireless switch). Plan on one session to set up and review, then adjust as needs change.

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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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