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Play.ht
AddedApr 25, 2023
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Play.ht

Play.ht

Inactive

An AI-based tool that generates or clones voices and turns any text into human-like speech.

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2019
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Play.ht is an early-stage startup from YCombinator's 2023 batch that offers a voice generator and realistic text to speech (TTS) platform with human-like intonation in 142 languages and accents. The company’s platform generates realistic TTS audio using its proprietary AI Voice Generator which includes a growing library of 907 natural-sounding voices. It enables users to quickly convert text into natural-sounding speech and then download the audio as MP3 or WAV files.

Play.ht was founded in 2019 by Hammad Syed and Mahmoud Felfel.

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Play.ht - Quick Facts

Who are Play.ht's competitors?

Companies similar to Play.ht include Murf AI, Speechify, ElevenLabs and Resemble AI.

When was Play.ht founded?

Play.ht was founded in 2019.

When was Play.ht's last funding round?

Play.ht's most recent funding round was for $500k (USD) in April 2023.

How much has Play.ht raised to-date?

As of Apr 5, 2023, Play.ht has raised a total of $500k (USD).