Comparison

Microsoft Translator vs Keyboard Translator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

Keyboard Translator

This keyboard app offers AI-powered text and voice translation in over 100 languages. It also features photo translation, a built-in phrasebook, and offline mode for seamless communication.

Highlights
  • AI-powered text translation
  • Voice translation in 100+ languages
  • Photo text detection and translation
  • Built-in phrasebook
  • Offline translation mode
  • Personalized themes and shortcuts
Features
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Introducing Smart Keyboard: The All-in-One Keyboard with AI-Powered Translation & Voice Features Smart Keyboard is more than just a typing tool—it's a game-changing keyboard that brings together intelligent translation, voice features, and personalized customization for effortless communication in any language. AI-Powered Text Translation: Type in any language, and Smart Keyboard instantly translates your words with exceptional accuracy. Whether you're chatting with friends, writing emails, or posting on social media, the keyboard’s real-time translation ensures your messages are clear and understood, no matter the language. Voice Translation: Speak directly into your device, and Smart Keyboard will translate your voice into over 100 languages instantly. Whether you’re having a conversation, dictating a message, or making a note, voice translation makes communication smoother than ever. Photo Translation: Snap a picture of any text—from signs and menus to documents and receipts—and Smart Keyboard will instantly detect and translate it. No need to leave the app—just point and shoot for immediate translation, perfect for travel or foreign language documents. Built-in Phrasebook: Need a quick translation for common phrases? Smart Keyboard comes with a built-in phrasebook that gives you access to essential phrases for greetings, directions, dining, and more. Get the right words at the right time, wherever you are. Personalized Experience: Customize your Smart Keyboard to suit your style. Choose your preferred languages, select different themes, adjust typing preferences, and even set shortcuts to make typing and translating as fast and efficient as possible. Offline Mode: No Wi-Fi? No problem. Smart Keyboard’s offline mode lets you use the translation, voice, and photo features without an internet connection, so you can keep communicating even in remote areas or during travel. Security & Privacy: With Smart Keyboard, your data is always safe. The app uses advanced encryption to protect your conversations and personal information, giving you the peace of mind to communicate securely, no matter where you are. Whether you're traveling, working internationally, or just trying to communicate across languages, Smart Keyboard makes typing, translating, and speaking easier than ever. Download Smart Keyboard today and experience the future of communication at your fingertips.

Screenshots

Microsoft Translator4 screens
Keyboard Translator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Microsoft Translator at 4.8 against Keyboard Translator's 4.2. Microsoft Translator also leads on ratings volume (158K vs 30). Keyboard Translator's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Microsoft Translator's written reviews are positive against 45% of Keyboard Translator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Microsoft Translator ships an update every 6 weeks, Keyboard Translator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Microsoft Translator versus Keyboard Translator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicrosoft TranslatorKeyboard Translator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (158K ratings) — better4.2 (30 ratings)
Positive reviews44.1% of reviews45.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings158K — better30
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMicrosoft CorporationMK Apps Private Limited

Customer experience

Microsoft Translator

All ratings158,207 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews571 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral9.8%
Negative46.1%

Keyboard Translator

All ratings30 ratings
Positive76.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral9.1%
Negative45.5%

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

Keyboard Translator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Microsoft Translator

No in-app purchases

None

Keyboard Translator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Microsoft Translator free?
Microsoft Translator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Keyboard Translator free?
Keyboard Translator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Microsoft Translator or Keyboard Translator?
Microsoft Translator is rated higher. Microsoft Translator averages 4.8 out of 5 from 158K ratings, while Keyboard Translator averages 4.2 from 30 ratings.
Do Microsoft Translator or Keyboard Translator have ads?
Neither Microsoft Translator nor Keyboard Translator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Microsoft Translator or Keyboard Translator?
Microsoft Translator ships an update every 6 weeks, and Keyboard Translator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Microsoft Translator was updated on September 24, 2026 and Keyboard Translator on August 15, 2026.

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