Every voice should be heard
CoughDrop users speak over 1.5 million words per month and growing

Some people are hard to hear -- through no fault of their own. Disabilities like autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, Angelman and Rett syndrome make it harder for many individuals to communicate on their own. Powerful software called Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can fill the gaps and make every voice heard.

At CoughDrop we work to help bring out the voices of those with complex communication needs through powerful open-source technology that easily adapts to the individual and supports everyone around them trying to help them succeed.

  • Mobile
  • Eye Gaze
  • Touch
  • Switch Access
  • Reports
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For Communicators
built-in inflections, SMS, email, etc.

Communication system should be unique to each individual. CoughDrop has vocabulary sets for many different levels, with built-in supports, assessment tools, and vocabulary progression tools to start basic and grow over time.

CoughDrop is one of the most flexible apps available, with support for two-way messaging, remote modeling, eye or head tracking and switches, all to give the user more flexibility and support.

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For Families
dozens of boards in different sizes and 8+ languages

Learning to communicate takes help from the people around us. CoughDrop families can use the app on all their devices, and it includes activity ideas and strategies to help families and friends learn how they can help make communication happen.

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For Practitioners and Staff
10+ alternative access options, 300+ core words used monthly

Experts and staff need to be able to see what's working and what isn't. CoughDrop has built-in reports and goal-setting tools to keep everyone on the same page and track progress over time.

What Makes CoughDrop Different?

CoughDrop isn't just another AAC app. We are here to raise the bar for assistive technology without breaking the bank. We believe in open standards and open access, so communicators are free to build the solution that will work best for them.

  • Any Device

    Personalize communication and access across multiple devices. Grow your vocabulary over time with a simple interface backed up by lots of help and training.

  • Smart Cloud

    Work offline with backup in the cloud so it's painless to switch devices if something breaks. You can also share boards with others and open-license them for anyone to use.

  • Stay Informed

    Empower the team with reports that help everyone improve. Teams can collaborate and modify boards for each individual without having to take their device away.

  • Flexible Pricing

    Choose the pricing option that works for you. You can buy as a one-time purchase, purchase an annual site license, or pay month-to-month for as long as you like.

  • Goals and Ideas

    Plan an effective strategy using built-in goal-tracking tools, and get ideas from community experts for how to reinforce communication strategies.

  • Admin Tools

    Track licenses and see reports across rooms, buildings or teams. Easily move people to between classrooms and run evaluations or profiles.

Two Months Free

"Buy before you try" is not a thing. With CoughDrop you can kick the tires and decide if it's a fit before you purchase. Or reach out to us with questions!