# CaptionKit — Live church translations

> Live captions and translation for church sermons, accessible to all. (iPhone/iPad app by JAMES HUNT.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captionkit/id6736983966 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JAMES HUNT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747473597)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-10-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captionkit/id6736983966/reviews.md

## What is CaptionKit?

CaptionKit brings live captions and instant translation to your church service - so everyone follows, and everyone belongs.

Perfect for:
• Multilingual worshippers - Listen in one language, read in another. Real-time translation lets the message land in the language closest to your heart.
• Deaf and hard of hearing - Read live captions, or have them spoken straight to your Bluetooth hearing aids. Not a single word slips past.
• Everyone else - Sitting up the back? Like to read as you listen? CaptionKit keeps you connected to every word.

Key features:

• Live captions - every word, streamed to your device as it's spoken
• Instant translation - read the sermon in your language, live
• Spoken captions - hear the message through headphones or Bluetooth hearing aids
• Live right now - see the moment your church starts streaming
• Your text, your way - adjustable size, light and dark mode
• Join in seconds - search your church by name, or scan its QR code

Sermons aren't just meant to be heard, they're meant to be understood. Wherever you're from and however you listen, CaptionKit gets the message through loud and clear.

## Key features

- Real-time caption streaming
- Instant translation
- Hearing accessibility
- Customizable text size
- Light and dark mode
- Easy church search


## Frequently asked questions about CaptionKit

### Does CaptionKit have ads?

No, CaptionKit is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted experience during worship.

### What devices does CaptionKit support?

CaptionKit is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, ensuring broad compatibility for users.

### How often is CaptionKit updated?

CaptionKit was last updated on February 13, 2026, indicating recent development and potential for ongoing improvements.

### What is the age rating for CaptionKit?

CaptionKit has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does CaptionKit help hearing-impaired users?

CaptionKit offers live captions that can be read on screen or read aloud through Bluetooth hearing aids, ensuring the message is accessible.

### Can CaptionKit translate sermons into different languages?

Yes, CaptionKit provides instant, real-time translation, allowing users to follow sermons in their preferred language.

### What is the user sentiment for CaptionKit based on ratings?

CaptionKit has an average rating of 3.7 stars from 3 ratings, suggesting a generally positive but mixed user reception.

### How do I find my church on CaptionKit?

You can easily find your church by searching for its name or by scanning a QR code provided by the church for instant access to captions and translation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-08-13

• Updated home page and search
• New live session badge and recent sessions list
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.0.4 — 2026-02-13

• Fix audio translations in iOS 26
• Improve caption connection and reconnection when returning to the app
• Fix caption connection for accounts hidden from search

### 1.0.3 — 2025-07-08

• Updated support for more translations

### 1.0.2 — 2024-12-18

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.0.1 — 2024-10-24

Open website caption links directly in-app

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## Related topics

[captionkit](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/captionkit)

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