# Microsoft Translator vs Translator (lang. interpreter)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Microsoft Translator at 44% against Translator (lang. interpreter)'s 0%. Microsoft Translator also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 18 months). Translator (lang. interpreter)'s advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Translator (lang. interpreter) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microsoft Translator has 158K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Microsoft Translator's written reviews are positive against 0% of Translator (lang. interpreter)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Microsoft Translator ships an update every 6 weeks, Translator (lang. interpreter) every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microsoft Translator | Translator (lang. interpreter) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (158K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-translator/id1018949559/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-lang-interpreter/id1080803977/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **158K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **44.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 18 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 26 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) | [Giacomo Guglielmi](https://appshunter.io/developer/507748829) |

## What reviewers say

### Microsoft Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-translator/id1018949559)

Break down language barriers with this app that translates text, speech, images, and group conversations in over 100 languages. It's ideal for travelers, students, and professionals needing to communicate across cultures.

**Highlights:** Translate text, speech, and images, Supports over 100 languages, Real-time group conversation translation, Navigate conversations with transcripts and chapters, Intuitive interface

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent translation accuracy
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💡 Offline translation capability
- 🗣️ Accurate voice translation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance with certain language pairs
- 🔍 Lack of detailed translation options (e.g. Pinyin for Chinese)
- 🗑️ Difficult to clear translation history
- 🔌 Requires internet connection for some features
- 💻 Suboptimal experience on tablets and larger screens

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when translating certain types of content
- Issues with camera-based translation feature
- Problems with text-to-speech functionality

**Requested features**

- Add more language options, including less common ones
- Improve translation accuracy for specialized vocabulary and idioms
- Provide more customization options (e.g. translation speed, font size)
- Integrate with more third-party apps and services
- Enhance offline capabilities for all supported languages


### Translator (lang. interpreter)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-lang-interpreter/id1080803977)

Instantly translate text into over 30 languages. This app is designed to overcome language barriers for both professional and personal use, offering a seamless translation experience.

**Highlights:** Translate text in over 30 languages, Instant translation, Suitable for professional use, Suitable for private use

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microsoft Translator free?

Microsoft Translator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Translator (lang. interpreter) free?

Translator (lang. interpreter) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Microsoft Translator or Translator (lang. interpreter)?

Translator (lang. interpreter) is rated higher. Microsoft Translator averages 4.8 out of 5 from 158K ratings, while Translator (lang. interpreter) averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Microsoft Translator or Translator (lang. interpreter) have ads?

Translator (lang. interpreter) shows ads; Microsoft Translator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Microsoft Translator or Translator (lang. interpreter)?

Microsoft Translator ships an update every 6 weeks, and Translator (lang. interpreter) every 18 months. Most recently, Microsoft Translator was updated on September 26, 2026 and Translator (lang. interpreter) on September 17, 2026.

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