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With so many recent advancements in Assistive Technology, there are plenty of options for Blind and Partially Sighted People to choose from.
For those of you who just want to find a free Screen Reader that will enable you to use your computer, surf the Internet or both, then you are in the right place. Whether you use a PC or a Mac, run Windows, OSX or Linux, there is something for everyone.
We have summarised the most commonly used free Screen Readers to help you make an informed choice, but our experience with Assistive Technology has certainly taught us that the Screen Reader you choose will ultimately come down to personal preference, so you may have to try a few before you find the right fit.
NVDA
www.nvda-project.org
- Works on Windows (PC)
- Can be used for Internet, Email and Documents
Thunder
www.screenreader.net
- Works on Windows (PC)
- Can be used for Internet, Email and Documents
VoiceOver
www.apple.com/accessibility/voiceover
- Works on Mac OSX (Apple)
- Can be used for Internet, Email and Documents
Orca
http://live.gnome.org/Orca
- Works on Linux
- Can be used for Internet, Email and Documents
Firevox
www.firevox.clcworld.net
- Works on Windows (PC), Mac (Apple) and Linux
- Used for browsing the Internet
WebAnywhere
www.webanywhere.cs.washington.edu
- Works on Windows (PC), Mac (Apple) and Linux
- Used for browsing the Internet
SATOGO
www.satogo.com
- Works on Windows (PC)
- Used for browsing the Internet
A companion Free Screen Reader Comparison Chart is also available to download
Free Screen Reader Comparison Chart Assistive Technology
Advances in technology are now providing people with the opportunity to communicate more efficiently and effectively and our advisers are here to help.
