simPODD
simPODD: A focused iPad AAC app for PODD users who need editable digital and print resources. Ranked #15 of 26 in AAC Communication Software by our editors (6.3/10); pricing: From $13.99/mo · 30-day trial; best for PODD users needing editable digital page sets.
At a glance
- Editor score6.3 / 10
- PricingFrom $13.99/mo · 30-day trial
- Best forPODD users needing editable digital page sets
- Free planNo
- Symbol systemHybrid
- Founded2000 · Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Combines digital PODD sets with an integrated printing interface
- Supports touch, switches, eye tracking, head tracking, and direct pointing
- Offers editable pages, speech output, and automatic iCloud backups
Where it doesn't
- Available only on iPadOS 17 or later
- The monthly plan does not include the printing interface
- Paid access starts at $13.99 per month with no free plan
Our verdict on simPODD
simPODD is an augmentative and alternative communication app for children, teens, and adults who cannot speak. It combines digital PODD page sets with a printing interface for creating PODD communication books, while also supporting symbol-based communication, text entry, speech output, and customizable pages. The app is designed for iPadOS 17 or later and suits PODD users, families, educators, and communication professionals who need digital page sets that can be edited and personalized.
The pricing structure offers several ways to access the page sets. The Monthly subscription costs $13.99 per month and includes all digital page sets, but does not include the printing interface. The Yearly subscription costs $139.99 per year and includes all digital page sets plus all direct access books. One-year through five-year licenses cost $139.99, $279.99, $419.99, $559.99, and $699.99 respectively; these licenses include page sets, printing, and installation on multiple devices. A 30-day free trial is available. The published plans show a choice between recurring access and longer-term licenses, with printing included in the license options.
Its standout strength is access flexibility. simPODD supports touch, Switch Control, eye tracking, head tracking, and direct pointing, alongside an in-app QWERTY keyboard, letter blocks, multiple grid sizes, and speech output from Acapela, Apple, and Personal Voice options. Pages and buttons can be edited, the SymbolStix library is included, and files can be backed up through iCloud or imported from Dropbox and Google Drive. Those features make it a strong fit for PODD users who need adaptable access and both electronic and printed communication materials. It is less suitable for buyers who need Android, desktop, or non-iPad deployment, or who want printing included in the lowest-cost monthly plan.
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simPODD fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Symbol system | Hybrid |
| Speech output | Yes |
| Access methods | touch, switch control, eye tracking, head tracking, direct pointing |
| Offline use | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | iPadOS 17 or later |
| Layout customization | Customizable |
| Free trial | 30 days |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 4 integrations: iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, AirDrop |
| Pricing | From $13.99/mo · 30-day trial (source) |
| Website | assistiveware.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
simPODD integrations
simPODD lists 4 integrations on its own site.
- iCloud
- Dropbox
- Google Drive
- AirDrop
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