A set of five round talking buttons with black bases and perforated tops in red, yellow, green, blue, and purple.

Talking Button

by AbleNet

Est. $20–$50, see price history

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

Setup with instructions The buttons are simple to record and press, but getting real benefit depends on planning the messages, colors, and placement to fit the person and the activity. A family member or teacher can do that with written or video instructions, so it fits guided setup rather than self-serve.

What it is

Summary

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

The Talking Button lets you record a message up to 10 seconds long, then plays it back loudly each time someone presses the button. It comes as a pack of five 45mm buttons, one each in blue, green, yellow, purple, and red, so you can sort activities by color, such as question-and-answer games, reminders, or interactive wall and board displays. Each button is small enough to mount on a board or wall, and replaceable LR44 batteries are included. With only 10 seconds per button, it suits short phrases and single messages rather than longer speech.

Getting it

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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
Setup with instructions
Price
Est. $20–$50
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    LR44 batteries are included, so each button is ready to use once you get it out of the packaging.
  • With a guide
    1. Record a short message on each button, up to 10 seconds, and press to test that it plays back clearly.
    2. Decide how you will use the colors, such as one color per topic, level, or type of answer, and label or arrange the buttons to match.
    3. If you want a display, mount the buttons on a board or wall where the person can reach them. Plan on about 20-30 minutes for the first activity. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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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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