Grid
by Smartbox
Est. $200–$600, see price history
Typical price range, not a vendor quote. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 22, 2026
Grid is communication software for Windows and iPad that gives people a voice when speaking is hard. Symbol-based vocabularies support people who communicate with pictures, and text tools with word prediction help people who type. Grid also includes sets for controlling a Windows computer and for running home technology such as a TV, lights and kitchen appliances. It can be customized to fit how a person communicates and accesses a device, and it offers many voices in many languages, including options to upload a recording or use a personalized AI voice. This is software, so you'll need a compatible Windows computer or iPad to run it, and getting the vocabulary and access method right is where an AAC professional helps most.
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.
Where to get it
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Details
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- Age range
- Complexity
- Professional guidance helps
- Price
- Est. $200–$600
- Funding
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What setup looks like
- Out of the box
Install Grid on your Windows computer or iPad and browse the ready-to-use voices in settings to pick one you like. - With a guide
- Choose a vocabulary that matches how the person communicates, either symbols or text with prediction.
- Customize the pages, layout and access method, and set up Computer Control or Environment Control if you want to use them. Expect a few hours to get comfortable. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
An SLP or AAC specialist can help choose the right vocabulary and access method, and plan how to teach the person to use it. Plan for an initial session plus follow-up as needs change.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Smartbox — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 22, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.