Azure Text to Speech

About Azure Text to Speech

Azure Text to Speech converter is an innovative tool created and distributed by Microsoft. With this platform, users can convert texts into speech as per need and convenience. This Microsoft product is relied upon by prominent organisations like BBC, Swisscom, Motorola, etc. Armed with a wide spectrum of features, this platform provides natural-sounding speech facilities delivered in 250 voices, 70 languages and their specific variants. With lifelike synthesised speech technology, Azure text to Speech assures fluid, natural-sounding audio outputs that expertly mimics intonations and patterns of human voices. Also, developers are equipped with customisable text-talker voices which deliver unique audio output to reflect the brand's image. Moreover, businesses can also depend on the same with fine-grain audio controls backed by expert facilities that fine-tune voice output to match specific scenarios. One can control and adjust voice range, pitch, tone, pronunciation and more with the platform. Beyond this, Azure Text to Speech can also be used to run tests as per convenience before publishing the end result.

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Platforms Supported

Browser Based (Cloud)

Organization Types Supported

All (Small, Medium, Large)

API Support

Available

Modes of Support

Online

Azure Text to Speech Pricing

Free Trial

Not available

Pricing Options

Freemium ( Limited Features )

Premium Plans ( Quotation Based )

Pricing Plans

Free - Web/Container Free

1 concurrent request

1. Speech to Text

Standard : 5 audio hours free per month
Custom : 5 audio hours free per month. Endpoint hosting: 1 model free per month
Conversation Transcription Multichannel Audio : 5 audio hours free per month

2. Text to Speech

Standard : 5 million characters free per month
Neural : 0.5 million characters free per month
Custom : 5 million characters free per month. Endpoint hosting: 1 model free per monthSpeech Translation

3. Speech Translation

Standard : 5 audio hours free per month

4. Speaker Recognition

Speaker Verification : 10,000 transactions free per month
Speaker Identification : 10,000 transactions free per month

Features

Lifelike speech
Customizable voices
Fine-grained audio controls
Flexible deployment

Standard - Web/Container Others

20 concurrent request

1. Speech to Text

Standard : $1 per audio hour
Custom : $1.40 per audio hour. Endpoint hosting: $0.0538 per model per hour
Conversation Transcription Multichannel Audio : $2.10 per audio hour 4

2. Text to Speech

Standard : $4 per 1M characters
Neural : $16 per 1M characters. Long audio creation: $100 per 1M characters
Custom : $6 per 1M characters. Endpoint hosting: $0.0537 per model per hour
Custom Neural : Voice building (custom). Real-time synthesis: $24 per 1M characters. Endpoint hosting: $4.04 per model per hour. Long audio creation: $100 per 1M characters

3. Speech Translation

Standard : $2.50 per audio hour

4. Speaker Recognition

Speaker Verification : N/A per 1,000 transactions
Speaker Identification : N/A per 1,000 transactions

Features

Lifelike speech
Customizable voices
Fine-grained audio controls
Flexible deployment

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User Rating

4.3/5 (Based on 77 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

Excellent
44.2%
Very Good
42.9%
Average
11.7%
Poor
1.3%
Terrible
0%

User Sentiments

Ease of Use, Seamless Integration with Azure Services, Natural Sounding Voices, Multilingual Support

Inaccurate Pronunciation, Limited Customization Options, Limited Language Support, Pricing

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Users find Azure Text to Speech API easy to integrate and implement, with many praising its intuitive interface and well-documented features. They appreciate the natural-sounding voices and customization options for intonation, pauses, and speed. While some users find the pricing reasonable, others voice concerns about its cost. A recurring issue is accuracy, with users reporting instances of incorrect word transcriptions due to accents or misinterpretations. The API is particularly useful for accessibility, benefiting visually impaired users and those seeking to create more inclusive applications. However, improvement is needed regarding language support and the quality of certain voices, specifically Hindi. Overall, the Azure Text to Speech API is a solid tool with potential, but users recommend considering other platforms for languages besides English.

Pros

Azure TexttoSpeech API provides easy integration with other Azure services, making implementation simple.
Offers a wide range of configuration options and control over intonation, pauses, and speed for highly customizable speech output.
Supports multiple languages, expanding its applicability for diverse user bases.

Cons

The cost, while reasonable, is a consideration for some users, especially for largescale applications.
The quality of synthesized speech, particularly for certain languages and voices, could be improved for a more natural sound.

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Redmond, Washington

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https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/cognitive-services/text-to-speech/

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