Better Speech

Better Speech offers convenient speech therapy at home, with sessions held on a phone or computer. The reviewer notes there is no waitlist and payment options are flexible, and the service offers a free initial evaluation that matches a client with an SLP within 24 hours.

Better Speech starts from $79.95 per week on its Weekly Session Plan. Toolio notes this includes four weekly one-on-one sessions with a licensed SLP and unlimited practice exercises between sessions. There is no free tier, though the initial evaluation is free.

Yes. Better Speech works with many insurance companies and Medicare Advantage, and clients can get reimbursed with a check from their insurance. The reviewer notes that some insurance plans may not cover all aspects of the service, and financial aid is available for those who cannot afford private pay.

The reviewer lists effectiveness as a strength, citing academic research that finds Better Speech equally effective as in-person therapy. The reviewer notes, however, that online sessions lack the tactile feedback of in-person therapy, and therapists cannot adjust physical techniques as easily online.

Better Speech is best for parents of children with speech delays, though the reviewer calls it effective and affordable for all ages. It is not suited to users requiring tactile feedback. Alex scored it 3.8 out of 5 after real use, on 3 Oct 2026.