I am an assistive technology consultant for 30 school districts. I am adding Helperbird to the list of reading resources that I have available.
Denise Young
Parent
your choice
& Immersive ReaderHelperbird & Immersive Reader
Fun fact - Helperbird actually includes Microsoft's Immersive Reader as one of its 30+ features. But they're also great on their own. Here's how they fit together.
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What Helperbird Offers
Helperbird includes Immersive Reader and goes further - with 30+ tools for reading, writing, and accessibility across every major browser.
Immersive Reader
Microsoft's Immersive Reader built right into Helperbird. Use it on any webpage, in any browser - not just Edge.
FreeText to Speech
Listen to any webpage read aloud with natural voices. Supports multiple languages and adjustable speed.
FreeDyslexia Fonts
Switch to OpenDyslexic or other dyslexia-friendly fonts on any website with one click.
FreeLetter & Line Spacing
Adjust letter spacing, word spacing, and line height on any page. Similar to Immersive Reader's text spacing, but everywhere.
FreeTranslation
Translate selected text or full pages into 100+ languages - like Immersive Reader's translation, but across the entire web.
FreeReading Mode
Strip away clutter and distractions. A clean, focused reading experience - similar to Immersive Reader's focus mode.
FreePlatform Support
Helperbird is available on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, iPad, iPhone, Google Docs, and Google Slides.
Microsoft's Immersive Reader is built into Edge, Word, OneNote, Outlook, and Teams - tightly integrated with the Microsoft ecosystem.
Pricing
Helperbird offers a generous free tier with core features. Pro plans start at $6.99/month with educational discounts.
Immersive Reader is free and included with Microsoft 365 - no extra cost if you already use Microsoft products.
The Takeaway
Immersive Reader is excellent for focused reading within Microsoft apps - and it's completely free. Helperbird brings Immersive Reader to every browser and adds 30+ more tools on top. If you're already in the Microsoft ecosystem, you might love both. If you want broad browser support and more features, Helperbird is a great fit.
It an extension that makes reading easy while surfing the internet.
Mohammad F.
IT intern
It's a great tool! Really simple to use and works as described.
shivashree vysali
Helperbird user
It's just a one-stop solution if I want to customize my page. With very good UI design.
g2.com review
Verified User in Design
this extension is amazing and has helped improve my productivity robert has also been a very nice person to deal with when I have issues the live chat feature is amazing and quick for a response it's a really great Chrome extension that helps a lot way worth the money I pay per month and is also just great to support great people making accessibility tools
Jack Salem
Helperbird user
I purchased this for my daughter who has been having a lot of difficulty accessing the online work set remotely by her teachers during our National Lockdown because of Covid-19. Her dyslexia was really hindering her ability to complete tasks and keep up which in turn led to increased anxiety levels...a really horrid place to be in during a global pandemic! Helper bird has been a vast help and I fully recommend it and wish more schools knew about it. Thank You Helper Bird.
Michelle Howard-Price
Assistive technology specialist
Questions & Answers
Quick answers to common questions. Need more help? Contact us.
What is Helperbird?
Helperbird is a browser extension that makes websites, PDFs, and documents easier to read. It includes text-to-speech, dyslexia-friendly fonts, reading guides, and many other tools to help you read and write online.
How do I install Helperbird?
Visit your browser's extension store (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari), search for 'Helperbird', and click 'Add to Browser'. Once installed, you'll see the Helperbird icon in your toolbar.
Is Helperbird free?
Yes! Helperbird has a free version with essential features that will always be free. Helperbird Pro is $30/year, Helperbird for Business or Schools is $1,500/year, and for Enterprise pricing, contact us.
How do I log in to Helperbird?
Click the Helperbird icon, go to Settings, and log in using your browser's email account. If you have a subscription key, you can enter it there too.
Can Helperbird read text out loud?
Yes! Select any text on a page, right-click, and choose 'Text to speech' from the Helperbird menu. You can also use the play button in the Helperbird panel.
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