Microsoft Translator vs Permer
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
Permer
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※このアプリは広告を表示しません※ 日々の業務データを簡単整理 Permer があれば、自分が必要な情報を見やすく、簡単に整理できます。 ・スマートフォンのカメラでカット・パーマなどの作業結果を保存、顧客情報、作業メモなどを簡単にデジタル化 ・日々のカルテを顧客別に管理 ・美容・理容業務に関するあらゆるデータをPermerに集約 どこにいても閲覧可能 Permer では、アプリ内に情報を保存することができます。 ・ネット環境を気にすることなく登録データを検索、閲覧が出来ます。訪問美容・理容の方にも最適です。 ・ネットワークを介さないのでセキュリティ管理も簡単です。 ・Permerではユーザー登録などを行う必要はありません。 データの保存は無制限 ・Permerはアプリ内に情報を保存するので、顧客データやカルテは好きなだけ保存することができます。 お客様との打ち合わせに活用 ・顧客ごとにカルテを保存できるので、前回のカルテをお客様に素早くお見せでき、イメージの共有に役立ちます。 Permer を会議で活用 ・朝礼や昼礼のノートをとるために利用 ・その場で起きた作業単位のミーティングも素早く記錄 Permer を自分用の記録に ・Permerを自分のスタイリングの履歴として使うこともできます。 <ご注意> 本アプリは、現バージョンでは他端末とのデータ共有、アプリ内データのバックアップ機能はございません。 アプリ内データのバックアップを行う場合は、PCを用いた端末バックアップを行って頂くようお願い致します。 (端末全体のデータのバックアップとなる為、データ保存量が大きくなる場合があります。)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Microsoft Translator at Free against Permer's $0.99. Microsoft Translator also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 10 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Microsoft Translator is free to download; Permer costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Microsoft Translator ships an update every 6 weeks, Permer every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Microsoft Translator | Permer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.8 (158K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 43.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 158K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation | CSP LABO, K.K. |
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
Permer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Microsoft Translator
No in-app purchases
Permer
No in-app purchases







