Smartbox

Smartbox is a market-leading provider of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology, enabling people with speech and language disabilities to communicate, connect, and live more independently. Headquartered in the UK and serving users worldwide, Smartbox supports over 100,000 people globally through a comprehensive portfolio of dedicated communication aids, environmental control solutions, and specialist educational software.

At the core of Smartbox’s offering is Grid, its flagship AAC software platform. Grid supports both symbol- and text-based communication and is compatible with a wide range of access methods, including touch, eye gaze, and switch input. With more than 20 million words spoken through Grid every week, it is one of the most widely adopted AAC platforms globally. Smartbox also develops industry-leading devices such as Grid Pad and Talk Pad, alongside Look to Learn, a bestselling eye-gaze learning tool, reinforcing its position at the forefront of accessible communication technology.