# BeneTalk: Stuttering Coach

> A habit building app for people who stutter - supporting your speech journey.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.benetalk.speechapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.benetalk.speechapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.benetalk.speechapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Respira
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 18,703
- **Rating:** 3.48 / 5 (147 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.15
- **Last updated:** 2024-08-09
- **First published:** 2021-06-12
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 50 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.benetalk.speechapp)
- **Website:** [https://benetalk.com](https://benetalk.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.benetalk.com/privacy-policy](https://www.benetalk.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

BeneTalk is a habit-building Chrome extension designed by people who stutter, for people who stutter. It offers interactive lessons, exercises, and cutting-edge voice recognition technology to provide real-time feedback on speech pace, helping users develop healthy communication habits in everyday situations.

Upgrade to premium to join audio chat rooms, connect with mentors, access exclusive content, and participate in virtual events with speech experts. Collaborating closely with top speech therapists and researchers ensures BeneTalk is grounded in scientifically validated methods. Join the BeneTalk community and embrace a supportive journey toward better communication and confidence.

## Rankings

- #444,870 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUDIO_CAPTURE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.benetalk.speechapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Users find BeneTalk effective and encouraging for stuttering improvement with helpful tools, supportive community, and good design. However, several users report frustration due to a mandatory paid subscription blocking content, login and voice recording bugs, no logout option, and missing social connectivity features. While many praise its positive impact on speech confidence, technical and payment-related issues detract from the overall experience.

### Pros

- Helps improve stuttering and speech confidence effectively.
- Provides useful speech practice tools including voice recording and speech tracking with feedback.
- Offers a supportive community and empathetic content for people who stutter.
- Simple, well-designed user interface that encourages slower, clearer speech.
- Free access was appreciated by several users, helping those with speech difficulties.

### Cons

- Most content and features are locked behind a mandatory paid subscription with no free trial.
- Login and sign-in functions, including Google login, often do not work causing user frustration.
- Voice recognition and recording features sometimes malfunction or cause app crashes.
- No logout option available, leading to user data concerns and dissatisfaction.
- Lack of social features like friend requests or connecting with users in similar regions.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.benetalk.speechapp)