Who’s Really Using Digital Speech Therapy Today?
Stuttering is a far more common issue than most people realise. For many, getting the right support is harder than it should be. At Iyaso, we have developed Eloquent: An AI-powered speech coaching app that helps you speak fluently and confidently in the real world. Our app has users across the world and their usage patterns tell a clear story about who is seeking help, why they are choosing digital tools and what they truly need to move forward.
A younger, mobile-friendly audience is leading the way
Most Eloquent users are young adults navigating critical stages of life. Around two-thirds of users fall between 18 and 39 years old, with the 25–39 age group alone making up 38%. These are students preparing for interviews, professionals giving presentations, founders pitching ideas, and employees trying to be heard in meetings.
Younger teens and children are also part of the picture, often with parents looking for early, flexible support. Users above 40 are fewer, which reflects how digital-first health tools naturally appeal more to people who are already comfortable learning and improving through their phones.
Gender patterns matter too. About 75% of users are men, while 21% are women. This gap doesn’t mean women stutter less, but it highlights differences in awareness, comfort, and access. It also reminds us there’s still more work to do in making speech support feel approachable and relevant for everyone.
A truly global need, led by emerging economies
Eloquent users come from over 65 countries, but India stands out as the largest user base, followed by the US, Nigeria, UK, and Pakistan. What these regions share is ambitious people with fast-growing careers, competitive education systems, and high communication demands.
In many of these places, regular speech therapy is expensive, difficult to access, or simply not discussed openly. A mobile app like Eloquent that offers private, structured practice fits naturally into daily routines, especially when people can’t afford weekly clinic visits or long wait times.
Many Users Are Getting Help for the First Time
One of the most important insights is this: More than half of Eloquent users have never worked with a speech therapist before. At the same time, 35% report a family history of stuttering. This tells us that stuttering often runs through families, yet support doesn’t always follow. Cost, lack of nearby specialists, stigma, or not knowing where to start keeps many people from seeking help.
For a large number of users, Eloquent isn’t a replacement for therapy. It’s their starting point.
Public Speaking Is the Biggest Challenge
When users talk about what they want to improve, one goal comes up again and again: public speaking. Interviews, presentations, meetings, classroom speaking – these are the moments that shape careers and confidence. Stuttering in these situations doesn’t just affect speech; it affects self-belief and professional growth.
Mental health plays a role as well. About 35% of users report anxiety, and nearly 19% report depression. These challenges don’t exist in isolation. Speech difficulties and emotional stress often reinforce each other, which is why supportive, low-pressure practice environments matter so much.
Why Many People Prefer Apps Over Support Groups
Only 1 in 5 users has tried a stuttering support group. While group settings help some people, many prefer:
- Practicing privately
- Moving at their own pace
- Avoiding social pressure
- Building confidence before speaking publicly
Digital tools like Eloquent make it easier to stay consistent with no appointments, no audience, no fear of judgment.
What This Means for the Future of Speech Therapy
Eloquent is now used in close to 200 countries, showing how digital speech coaching can scale in ways traditional systems cannot. AI-driven exercises, simulations, and daily reminders help users practice regularly, something that’s often the hardest part of any therapy journey.
What we see every day is simple: people don’t just want theory. They want practical, flexible ways to practice speaking in real-life situations – all of which is provided by Eloquent.
Why This Matters
Behind every percentage is a person who wants to speak more clearly in a meeting, answer confidently in class, or express themselves without fear. Digital speech therapy is opening doors for people who were previously underserved or completely unsupported.
Eloquent has been developed with the belief that fluency support should be accessible, private, and built around real lives and not just rigid schedules. The question isn’t whether people want help.
It’s whether we’re making that help easy enough to reach.
Download Eloquent today and start practicing for smoother, more confident workplace communication.
