What is Lexacom Echo?

Lexacom Echo is speech recognition software that converts spoken words into text as you talk, working directly inside Windows applications and clinical or administrative systems. For school and workplace staff who find typing, spelling under pressure, or handwriting difficult due to dyslexia, dyspraxia or other learning differences, dictating instead of typing can reduce fatigue and speed up written work.

The software includes a specialist vocabulary, market-leading accuracy, and a plug-and-play setup with no voice profile training required. Users simply place the cursor where they would normally type, press record, and watch their words appear on screen at speeds of up to 160 words per minute.

For schools

• Supports administrative and teaching staff who manage heavy report-writing and record-keeping workloads.
• Can reduce the time staff with dyslexia, dyspraxia or dysgraphia spend on typed documentation.
• Plug-and-play setup means no lengthy IT rollout or individual voice training sessions.

For the workplace

• Speech-to-text dictation is a recognised reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act 2010 for employees with SEND who find typing difficult.
• May be considered as part of an Access to Work assessment for eligible employees, subject to the assessor's recommendation.
• Reduces admin time by up to 80% for note-heavy roles, based on Lexacom's own published figures.
• No upfront cost: Lexacom Echo is sold on an annual subscription, with a free trial available before committing.

Support for SEND and learning differences

Dictation software such as Lexacom Echo can help employees and staff with SEND and learning differences, including dyslexia, dyspraxia and dysgraphia, who experience fatigue, slower processing, or reduced accuracy when typing or handwriting for long periods. By speaking instead of typing, the physical and cognitive load of spelling, sentence construction and keyboard use is reduced.

Important context: Lexacom Echo is built and marketed as clinical dictation software for the healthcare sector, with an NHS-specific medical dictionary and features such as SNOMED coding for clinical systems like SystmOne. It is not designed or marketed as a general SEND or classroom accessibility product, so its fit outside healthcare workplaces should be checked directly with Lexacom before purchase.

Why speech recognition helps

Speech-to-text tools are widely used as reasonable adjustments and access arrangements for people with SEND, since they remove much of the manual writing and spelling burden from the writing process.

• Real-time speech-to-text dictation directly into Windows applications and supported clinical/administrative systems.
• Plug-and-play setup: no voice profile training required before first use.
• Dictation speeds of up to 160 words per minute.
• Four modes of operation: Default, Patient, Medical and Coding mode.
• Powered by Comprehension Engine®, which can explain complex terminology in plain English.
• Specialist vocabulary built in, with medical-specific terms as standard.
• Delivered as a software subscription; no physical parts, packaging or accessories included.
• Annual subscription licence, billed with no upfront cost.

• Speaks instead of types. Staff with SEND, including dyslexia and dyspraxia, can dictate directly into Windows applications instead of typing.
• No training needed. Plug-and-play setup with no voice profile training means staff are working within minutes.
• Built for real workloads. Handles up to 160 words per minute, cutting the time spent on lengthy written reports and notes.
• Try before you commit. A free trial and annual subscription model mean no large upfront cost.

Delivery and Returns

This is a digital software subscription with no physical delivery. Contact Lexacom directly regarding trial terms, contract length and cancellation.

Accessibility Notes

Designed to reduce typing and handwriting demands for users who dictate rather than type, which may benefit staff with dyslexia, dyspraxia or dysgraphia.

• What is Lexacom Echo?
  Lexacom Echo is speech recognition software that converts spoken words into text in real time. It is built by Lexacom primarily for clinical dictation, with a specialist medical vocabulary and integration with NHS systems such as SystmOne.
• Can Lexacom Echo help staff with SEND or learning differences?
  Speech-to-text dictation can reduce the typing and spelling load for staff with dyslexia, dyspraxia or dysgraphia. Lexacom Echo is not specifically marketed for SEND use, so suitability outside clinical settings should be confirmed with Lexacom directly.
• Is Lexacom Echo suitable for use in schools?
  Lexacom's published sectors are healthcare, legal and professional dictation, not education. Schools considering this software should contact Lexacom to confirm licensing and suitability before purchase.
• Could Lexacom Echo be used as a workplace adjustment?
  Speech recognition software is a recognised reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act 2010 and may be considered through an Access to Work assessment. Whether Lexacom Echo specifically qualifies depends on the employer's IT setup and the Access to Work assessor's recommendation.
• Does Lexacom Echo require voice training before use?
  No, Lexacom Echo has a plug-and-play setup that does not require individual voice profile training. Users can place their cursor in a text field and start dictating straight away.
• How much does Lexacom Echo cost?
  Lexacom Echo is sold on an annual subscription with no published fixed price and no upfront cost. A free trial is available, and pricing is confirmed directly with Lexacom on request.
• What age group or role is Lexacom Echo designed for?
  Lexacom Echo is designed for adult professional use, primarily clinicians and administrative staff in healthcare settings. It is not designed or marketed as a product for children.
• Does Lexacom Echo work with everyday Windows programs?
  Yes, Lexacom Echo dictates directly into Windows applications as well as supported clinical systems. Specific compatibility with non-clinical workplace or school software should be checked with Lexacom before purchase.