# Tona TTS Reader

> Tona TTS Reader has <10 active installs and 56 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Tona TTS Reader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**A lightweight text-to-speech reader with highlighting, voice controls, and smooth playback.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 326
- **Downloads (30 days):** 56 (+69.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Mar 23, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** tonadesigns (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/tonadesigns/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/tona-tts-reader/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [accessibility](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/accessibility/) | >100 | 629 |
| [reader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reader/) | #16 | 18 |
| [text to speech](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/text-to-speech/) | #55 | 81 |
| [tts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/tts/) | #30 | 44 |
| [voice](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/voice/) | #47 | 49 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| accessibility | >100 | 3,385 |
| reader | >100 | 3,179 |
| text to speech | >100 | 321 |
| tts | #21 | 153 |
| voice | >100 | 1,007 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Web Accessibility (formally known as Ally) – WCAG Scanning, Guided Fixes, Usability Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pojo-accessibility/) | 500K+ | 2.9/5 (162) | Aug 24, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 2 | [Auto Image Attributes From Filename With Bulk Updater (Add Alt Text, Image Title For Image SEO)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-image-attributes-from-filename-with-bulk-updater/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (93) | Sep 1, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Accessibility by UserWay](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/userway-accessibility-widget/) | 80K+ | 4/5 (57) | Dec 8, 2025 | 59/100 |
| 4 | [WP Accessibility](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-accessibility/) | 60K+ | 4.8/5 (68) | Oct 2, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 5 | [Infinity23 (Formerly Tag Manager) – One Plugin That Replaces All The Rest](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag-manager-header-body-footer/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (53) | Sep 26, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 6 | [Alt Text AI – Automatically generate image alt text for SEO and accessibility](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/alttext-ai/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (35) | Oct 2, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 7 | [My Calendar – Accessible Event Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/my-calendar/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Oct 1, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 8 | [Dark Mode – Improve Accessibility with AI Powered Dark Theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-dark-mode/) | 20K+ | 4.5/5 (390) | Sep 29, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 9 | [AccessibleWP – Accessibility Toolbar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/accessible-poetry/) | 20K+ | 4.5/5 (47) | Oct 3, 2024 | 48/100 |
| 10 | [SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simpletoc/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (77) | Oct 3, 2026 | 79/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tona TTS Reader free?
Yes. Tona TTS Reader is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Tona TTS Reader safe to use in 2026?
Tona TTS Reader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Tona TTS Reader?
Tona TTS Reader is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 326 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 56 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Tona TTS Reader work with WordPress 7.1?
Tona TTS Reader is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Tona TTS Reader need?
Tona TTS Reader requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Tona TTS Reader last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on March 23, 2026 (6 months ago).

### Who makes Tona TTS Reader?
Tona TTS Reader is developed and maintained by tonadesigns.

### What are the best alternatives to Tona TTS Reader?
The most popular alternatives to Tona TTS Reader are Web Accessibility (formally… (500K+ installs), Auto Image Attributes From… (100K+ installs) and Accessibility by UserWay (80K+ installs).


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