Orai review

Orai is the cheapest way on this list to hear your own speaking habits every day. You speak a short practice piece and the app scores filler words, pace, clarity and energy, then gives one concrete thing to try next time. Practice comes in short scenarios such as an investor pitch, a toast or a tough question, and streaks and trends show progress over weeks. Orai Pro costs $12 a month or $49.99 a year after a 7-day free trial, and a $149 lifetime purchase keeps access without a subscription. Orai also sells a 4-week presentation skills program for a $200 one-time fee. The catch is that the trial needs a credit card, and the app concentrates on delivery rather than how to build an argument or a story. It works well alongside a structured course or a Toastmasters club.

Who it is for

people who want the cheapest daily delivery practice

Price

Orai Pro $12 a month or $49.99 a year after a 7-day free trial; $149 lifetime; 4-week program $200.

Annual plan $49.99/year
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Scores filler words, pace, clarity and energy after you speak
• Bite-sized scenarios such as a pitch, a toast or a tough question
• Streaks and trends to track progress
• Apps for iPhone and Android, plus a web version
• Optional 4-week presentation skills program for $200

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: $49.99 a year is the lowest annual price on this list
• Strength: One-time $149 lifetime option for people who dislike subscriptions
• Strength: 7-day free trial with full access
• Weakness: Credit card required to start the free trial
• Weakness: No live roleplays or human coaches in the base plan
• Weakness: Focuses on delivery more than speech structure

Key facts

• Monthly: $12 a month
• Annual: $49.99 a year
• Lifetime: $149 one time
• Free trial: 7 days, card required

Where it ranks

Orai is No. 4 in our Best Public Speaking Courses verdict.