TTS Providers
Streamerly supports four TTS providers. Each offers different voice quality, language support, and capabilities.
Provider Comparison
| Provider | Engine Types | Quality | Languages | Voice Cloning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ElevenLabs | AI | Highest | Many | Yes | Most natural-sounding voices, supports custom cloned voices |
| Microsoft Azure | Standard, Neural | High | 100+ | No | Wide language coverage, reliable neural voices |
| Amazon Polly | Standard, Neural | High | 30+ | No | Consistent quality, many voice options |
| DECTalk | DECTalk | Retro | English | No | Classic synthesizer sound, 6 built-in voices |
ElevenLabs
The highest quality option with AI-generated voices that sound remarkably natural.
- Engine: AI (turbo v2.5)
- Voice Cloning: Yes — create custom voices from audio samples
- Best for: Streamers who want premium, natural-sounding TTS
ElevenLabs voices use character-based usage tracking. Usage varies based on message length.
Microsoft Azure
A reliable option with extensive language and voice coverage.
- Engines: Standard (basic synthesis) and Neural (AI-enhanced)
- Languages: 100+ languages and locales
- Best for: Multilingual streams or streamers who need specific language support
Amazon Polly
Consistent quality with a wide selection of voices.
- Engines: Standard and Neural
- Languages: 30+ languages
- Best for: Reliable, low-latency TTS with good quality
DECTalk
The classic retro synthesizer, known for its distinctive robotic sound.
- Engine: DECTalk
- Available Voices: Paul, Betty, Harry, Frank, Dennis, Kit
- Best for: Retro-themed streams, comedic effect, or nostalgia
Choosing a Provider
- Want the best quality? → ElevenLabs
- Need many languages? → Microsoft Azure
- Want reliable and simple? → Amazon Polly
- Want retro vibes? → DECTalk
You can use different voices from different providers across your triggers — you're not locked into one.
See Also
- Voice Management — Select and configure voices
- TTS in Alerts — Set up TTS in your triggers