RankedSpeakBest Apps to Reduce Filler Words (Um, Uh, Like) in 2026
Last updated October 28, 2026
We ordered this list by how thoroughly each app counts your filler words, whether it tracks the count over time, whether it gives you drills to replace them, and where it works (which devices, and whether it reaches beyond practice sessions). We make RankedSpeak, one of the three apps below, so we have labelled it and placed it where those criteria put it. Every 'um', 'uh' and 'like' chips at how sure you sound; all three apps show you how often you use them so you can watch the count drop over weeks of practice.
Yoodli
Most Detailed Filler AnalyticsAI speech coach · Free (5 sessions); Pro $8/mo, Advanced $20/mo, billed annually
Yoodli gives you filler-word counts and trends on recordings you upload and in its live AI roleplays, so you can see your habits in something close to a real conversation, not only in a monologue. Its website also lists Zoom, Google Meet and Microsoft Teams integrations. The free plan is limited to 5 lifetime sessions; Pro is $8/mo billed annually.
Pros
- +Live AI roleplays (interviews, sales, presentations)
- +Feedback on uploaded recordings
- +Interview prep
Cons
- -No ranked or competitive element
- -Can feel clinical
- -Free plan is capped at 5 lifetime sessions
Orai
Lessons on Filler ReductionAI-powered public speaking coach · 7-day free trial; $12/mo or $49.99/yr
Orai gives feedback on filler words alongside pace, clarity and energy, and its structured lessons give you exercises to work on them, such as replacing a filler with an intentional pause. That makes it good for beginners who need to learn the fix, not just see the count. Progress tracking and streaks show change over time, and it runs on iOS, Android and the web.
Pros
- +Structured lessons and a scenario library
- +Feedback on filler words, pace, clarity and energy
- +Progress tracking and streaks
Cons
- -Repetitive exercises
- -No social/competitive features
- -Trial needs a card; no ongoing free plan listed
RankedSpeak (our app)
Filler Count Every RoundiPhone app that scores your speaking · Free daily prompt; Pro $9.99/mo or $59.99/yr (US; varies by country)
We make RankedSpeak, so weigh this entry with that in mind. It counts your filler words in every recording and tracks the count over time alongside your scores, and the written coach report tells you the one thing to fix next. It comes third because it has no dedicated filler-word drills, it only measures your practice answers (no meeting integration, no live alerts), and it runs only on iPhone and iPad.
Pros
- +Scores clarity, flow, structure, substance and delivery
- +Written coach report with one thing to fix next
- +Filler words counted every speech
Cons
- -iPhone and iPad only (no Android or web)
- -No live or voice feedback, no AI roleplay: you read a written report afterwards
- -New, with too few App Store ratings to show a score yet
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Yoodli | Orai | RankedSpeak (our app) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filler Tracking | Counts and trends on uploaded recordings and in AI roleplays | Feedback on filler words during lesson exercises | Count in every recording, tracked over time |
| Behavior Change Method | Awareness: see your patterns, then rehearse in roleplays | Instruction: guided exercises to build the pause habit | Repetition: short daily rounds, with fillers counted each time |
| Where It Works | Roleplays and uploaded recordings; lists Zoom, Meet and Teams integrations | iOS, Android and web | iPhone and iPad app only; practice rounds only |
| Price | Free (5 sessions); Pro $8/mo, Advanced $20/mo, billed annually | 7-day free trial; $12/mo or $49.99/yr | Free daily prompt; Pro $9.99/mo or $59.99/yr (US; varies by country) |
| Session Length | Variable (any length) | 5-10 minutes | 30 to 90 seconds |
| Best For | People who respond to data and trends | People who need step-by-step guidance | A quick daily count on an iPhone |
How to Choose
If you want the most detail, and want to check your fillers in conversation-style practice too, choose Yoodli. If you want to be taught how to replace fillers with pauses, choose Orai. If you want a quick daily count you can watch fall over weeks, and you use an iPhone, choose RankedSpeak. All three count fillers, so pick the one you will use most often.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to reduce filler words?
It varies from person to person. The first improvement often comes from awareness alone: once you hear how often you say 'um', you start catching yourself. Lasting change takes weeks of regular practice, which is why an app you'll open often matters more than any single feature.
Why do I say 'um' so much?
Filler words happen when your brain is planning the next sentence while your mouth is still talking. Your brain fills the gap with noise ('um,' 'uh') to hold your speaking turn. The fix is training your brain to be comfortable with silence instead of filling it.
Is it possible to completely eliminate filler words?
No, and you shouldn't try. Even polished speakers use occasional fillers. The goal is reducing them to the point where they don't distract your audience or undermine your credibility. Going from several a minute to the odd one makes a dramatic difference.
Do filler word apps work for 'like' and 'you know' too?
Usually, but which words count as fillers varies from app to app, so make a test recording that includes 'like', 'you know' and 'basically' and see what gets flagged. The reduction techniques are the same for every kind of verbal crutch.
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