Microsoft Translator vs Translator+ Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Microsoft Translator
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.
- Translate text, speech, and images
- Supports over 100 languages
- Real-time group conversation translation
- Navigate conversations with transcripts and chapters
- Intuitive interface
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Break language barriers instantly with Microsoft Translator. Translate text, speech, and images in over 100 languages — for free. Whether you're traveling, navigating daily life, or working across languages, Microsoft Translator helps you communicate quickly and confidently. Key features: • Translate text in 100+ languages • Real-time speech translation • Translate text in images Note: The multi-device conversation feature has been retired. With a simple, intuitive interface and high-quality translations, Microsoft Translator makes it easy to connect with people anywhere in the world. Get started today and communicate without limits. Explore supported languages at https://aka.ms/applanguages
Translator+ Plus
Instantly translate text and speech across 90+ languages with voice options. Utilize your camera for real-time translation of signs and menus, and integrate seamlessly with messaging and browsing.
- Translate 90+ languages
- Switch between dialects
- Male/female voice output
- Camera-based translation
- Messaging keyboard
- iMessage, Safari, Apple Watch integration
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Features: - Translate in over 90 Languages. - Switch between different dialects. - Listen to translations in male or female voices. - Use your camera to instantly translate menus or signs and more. - Keyboard for Messaging - iMessage App, Keyboard & Safari Extension - Apple Watch App the app includes an optional subscription of $4.99/week terms and conditions: http://techconsolidated.org/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Microsoft Translator at 4.8 against Translator+ Plus's 4.2. Microsoft Translator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (158K vs 96). Translator+ Plus's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Translator+ Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Microsoft Translator asks for nothing beyond the download.
Microsoft Translator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microsoft Translator has 158K ratings behind it against 96, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 44% and 44% positive.
Microsoft Translator ships an update every 6 weeks, Translator+ Plus every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Microsoft Translator | Translator+ Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (158K ratings) — better | 4.2 (96 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 44.2% of reviews | 44.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 158K — better | 96 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 354 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation | Solid Apps INC |
Customer experience
Microsoft Translator
Translator+ Plus
Bugs and requests
Microsoft Translator
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when translating certain types of content
- Issues with camera-based translation feature
- Problems with text-to-speech functionality
Requested features
5 requests- Add more language options, including less common ones
- Improve translation accuracy for specialized vocabulary and idioms
- Provide more customization options (e.g. translation speed, font size)
- Integrate with more third-party apps and services
- Enhance offline capabilities for all supported languages
Translator+ Plus
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Microsoft Translator
No in-app purchases
Translator+ Plus
- 4.99$ per week$4.997 Days
- 3 days free trial$4.997 Days
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