Grid3 and Goally’s AAC app have some key differences. Grid3 offers advanced communication tools and customization options, making it ideal for early communication and motor planning. In contrast, Goally is the most affordable dedicated speech generating device with an easy setup controlled through a separate app. In the table below, we’ll compare features like pricing, vocabulary options, and parent modeling to help you choose the best AAC app for your needs.
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Grid3 |
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| Good for Early Communication |
Goally is easy for kids who are just starting out with an AAC talker. It has a simple setup process and an intuitive design that kids love!
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Early learners can benefit, but there is an overwhelming set-up process.
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| Video Modeling & Practice |
Kids learn core words on Goally's AAC with our included FUN Word Lab Language Learning app - includes video modeling curriculum & gamified interactive practice.
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No included interactive video modeling & practice curriculum. Kids have to learn the meaning of words without video curriculum.
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| Affordable Pricing |
Goally is one of the most affordable dedicated AAC devices, costing much less than thousands of dollars. You can receive the tablet in just 2-3 days or have it covered by insurance.
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The app-only is £9.99 per month or £480 one-time-payment. But dedicated devices are hundreds of dollars and funding is complicated.
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| Easy to Get Started |
You can set up everything remotely using the Parent App in less than 10 minutes. For extra support, optional one-on-one coaching and tutorial videos are available.
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There are different "Grid sets" to choose from, so setup and process is different for each.
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| Easy Parent Modeling |
Goally offers prompting features that parents and caregivers can manage remotely from their devices. It assists users in finding words by highlighting each step needed to reach the target word.
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"Find word" functionality has to be added to the grid set to help guide a path to a word
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| Incentives to Practice |
Using Goally's token board and behavior tracker features, parents can reward kids with points for practicing their talker.
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The limited games offered may help children be excited to interact with the talker
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| Natural Voices and Language Availability |
Goally offers a multitude of natural voices in many accents, all in English, through amazon poly voices. Goally is also text-to-speech technology, which means you can add any word to your vocabulary and Goally will speak it for you. However, Goally only offers about 20 options.
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Available in 15 languages.
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| Customer Support |
Offers one-on-one coaching, expert SLP advice, and live chat support on the Goally website.
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Available by phone, website chat, and email, but limited onboarding support
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| Motor Planning |
Yes, Goally uses core words science to develop muscle memory for language learning.
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Each grid is based on the same layout, which helps with motor planning
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| Grid Layout |
Goally is fully customizable. You can adjust the grid size to fit your child's needs and change the color theme to make it more enjoyable for kids.
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Depends on the grid chosen. Some are more complicated than others! Deciding which is best can be a bit overwhelming.
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| Affordable dedicated device option |
Yes! To help kids progress faster, Goally’s AAC is provided on a dedicated tablet without web browsers, YouTube, or other distractions.
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Funding a dedicated device includes a 4 step process with lots of paperwork and forms. The device costs are not clear up front.
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| Keyboard Functionality |
Goally includes a type mode that lets users spell out sentences with a keyboard. It also suggests words as you type!
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Grid3 does have a keyboard functionality that can be added to a grid
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| Reminders to Practice |
Goally’s routines help users remember to practice. Build a practice schedule or checklist, and even set a reminder to maximize progress.
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No reminders to practice Grid3 are included in-app.
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| Image and Symbol quality |
Goally uses openmoji symbols that kids are familiar with. Not only that, but all of these symbols are open-source, so mom and teacher can put the same symbols on supplemental materials! Users can also upload their own images for perfect customization.
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Grid3 uses a variety of symbols: Widgit, PCS, Symbol Stix and Snap Photos
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| Fun games to build skills |
Goally has games (like a dexterity games, Game Garage, & Word Lab) that helps users build skills, like finger dexterity. This improves AAC use because it encourages users to practice skills that translate directly to AAC. These games can be turned on or off at anytime.
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Grid3 does offer interactive learning through 25 animated activities.
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| Family Sharing |
Add unlimited care team members through the Parent App. Mom, Dad, teachers, therapists, and friends can all be part of the language journey.
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Remote editing can only be done from a Windows computer.
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See why Goally’s AAC talker app empowers people to learn language and communicate more effectively than Grid3.
We understand kids can be rough on devices. If your Goally breaks within 90 days, we’ll replace it for free.
