Comparing AWS Polly and ElevenLabs

Discover the differences between AWS Polly and ElevenLabs in this TTS comparison for nocodo.ai. Learn about language support, pricing, quality, and features to help you choose the best TTS node for your AI projects. Find your perfect match today!

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Welcome to the Nocodo AI blog! If you're exploring the best Text-to-Speech (TTS) solution for your AI project on our drag-and-drop platform, you've probably come across our TTS nodes for both AWS Polly and ElevenLabs . To help you make an informed decision, we've put together this comparison, focusing on usage rather than performance metrics. Let’s dive in and see which tool is the right fit for your next project.


Language Support: Multilingual Capabilities

ElevenLabs

  • Languages : 29
  • Voices : 1200+ voices

AWS Polly

  • Languages : 39
  • Voices : Over 100 voices
Key Insight: If your project requires a wide variety of voices, ElevenLabs has the edge with its vast library. However, AWS Polly offers a more extensive language selection. Explore the AWS Polly voice list here .

Pricing: Free Tiers and Paid Plans

ElevenLabs

  • Free Tier : 10,000 characters/month (~10 min audio)
  • Starter Plan : $5 for 30,000 characters/month
  • Creator Plan : $22 for 100,000 characters/month

AWS Polly

  • Free Tier : 5 million characters/month for 12 months
  • Standard Voices Pricing : $4.00 per 1 million characters
  • Neural Voices Pricing : $16.00 per 1 million characters
Key Insight: AWS Polly offers a generous free tier, particularly beneficial for new projects. However, ElevenLabs provides affordable entry plans suitable for smaller-scale needs.

Quality: Realistic Audio Output

ElevenLabs

  • Voice Quality : Highly realistic, superior to AWS Polly
  • Custom Voice Training : Allows training on your personal voice

AWS Polly

  • Voice Quality : Standard and Neural voices available
Key Insight: If ultra-realistic audio quality is crucial, ElevenLabs is the winner. It provides natural-sounding voices that can be customized to match your brand or personal style.

Accessibility: Seamless Integration

ElevenLabs

  • Accounts : Requires creating a new account
  • Integration : Supported on Nocodo AI as a TTS node

AWS Polly

  • Accounts : No additional account needed if you already have an AWS account
  • Integration : Supported on Nocodo AI as a TTS node
Key Insight: If you already have an AWS account, using AWS Polly simplifies account management by keeping everything in one place.

Features: Unique Functionalities

ElevenLabs

  • Voice Cloning : Train a voice on your own

AWS Polly

  • Per-Word Timestamps : Ideal for adding screen reader or caption support
Key Insight: AWS Polly's per-word timestamp feature is a game-changer for projects requiring detailed accessibility support. On the other hand, ElevenLabs' voice cloning adds a personalized touch.
Conclusion: Which TTS Node Is Best for You?
When deciding between AWS Polly and ElevenLabs for your Nocodo AI project, consider these aspects:
  1. Language Support : For broader language coverage, go with AWS Polly. If voice variety is more important, opt for ElevenLabs.
  2. Pricing : AWS Polly's free tier is attractive for large-scale projects, but ElevenLabs provides budget-friendly entry plans.
  3. Quality : ElevenLabs delivers superior, realistic voices.
  4. Accessibility : Already using AWS? AWS Polly keeps your accounts streamlined.
  5. Features : Need accessibility support? AWS Polly's per-word timestamps can help. Looking for voice customization? ElevenLabs’ voice cloning is the way to go.
Whatever your choice, both TTS nodes integrate seamlessly with our Nocodo AI platform, giving you the tools to build engaging, AI-powered audio experiences. Happy coding!
If you have any questions or need guidance on implementing TTS in your Nocodo AI project, don't hesitate to reach out to us.

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