Comparison

Keyboard Translator Simple vs iTranslate Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

Keyboard Translator Simple

Translate text directly from your keyboard within any application. This tool allows for quick communication across multiple languages without switching between apps. It's ideal for messaging, social media, and note-taking.

Highlights
  • Real-time translation
  • Translate within any app
  • Supports multiple languages
  • Direct keyboard input
  • Useful for messaging and social media
Features
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Translate while you type — directly from your keyboard, in every app. Write in your language, tap Translate, and the translation is inserted right where you are writing: WhatsApp, Messages, Instagram, email, notes and any other app. No more copying and pasting between apps. • 46 languages, with automatic language detection • Quick Phrases: save the sentences you use most and insert them already translated with one tap • 9 keyboard themes, from classic to colorful • History of your translations, with copy and share • Accents with a long press, auto-capitalization, key click sounds • The layout follows the language you write in (QWERTY, QWERTZ, AZERTY) Privacy: what you type is sent to the translation service only when you tap Translate. We never store what you write. Note: Full Access must be enabled for the keyboard to reach the translation service. This is how iOS works for every keyboard that needs the internet. PREMIUM (optional subscription) Translate Keyboard is free to use with ads. Premium is an optional yearly subscription that removes all ads, unlocks every keyboard theme permanently and raises your daily translation limit. It starts with a 3-day free trial. How the subscription works – Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase, after the free trial ends. – The subscription renews automatically for the same period unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends. – You can manage or cancel it at any time in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. The unused part of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. – The price shown in the app is the one that applies to your country. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/site/termofuseapp/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

iTranslate Keyboard

Translate text instantly in any app directly from your keyboard. Communicate effortlessly in over 100 languages without switching apps. Customize your keyboard and break down language barriers.

Highlights
  • Instant translations in any app
  • Supports over 100 languages
  • Seamless app integration
  • Customizable keyboard
  • Works with messengers and email
Features
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Instant translations with the all-new iTranslate Keyboard: Translate text in any app instantly and stay in touch with your friends, family, and colleagues all over the world. Express exactly what’s on your mind without worrying about language barriers - directly from your keyboard. The iTranslate Keyboard gives you instant translations with ease in any of your favorite messaging apps, e.g. WhatsApp, iMessage or Facebook Messenger, or directly translate in any Email app. Features: ● Easy to set up ● Get effortless translations in over 100 languages ● Keyboard integrates smoothly with all apps ● Customize your keyboard to match your style ● Works with your favorite messengers, social networks and email. Let’s break language barriers. Together. Learn more about the iTranslate Keyboard at https://www.itranslate.com/keyboard SUPPORT Visit https://www.itranslate.com/support/ or contact us at help@itranslate.com Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iTranslate Like & share on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itranslate Supported languages & dialects for translation: Afrikaans, Albanian, Arabic, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Basque, Belarusian, Bengali, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Catalan, Cebuano, Chichewa, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Esperanto, Estonian, Filipino, Finnish, French, Galician, Georgian, German, Greek, Gujarati, Haitian Creole, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hmong, Hungarian, Icelandic, Igbo, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Javanese, Kannada, Kazakh, Khmer, Korean, Lao, Latin, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malagasy, Malay, Malayalam, Maltese, Maori, Marathi, Mongolian, Myanmar (Burmese), Nepali, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Sesotho, Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Somali, Spanish, Sundanese, Swahili, Swedish, Tajik, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, Welsh, Yiddish, Yoruba, Zulu For a Complete Language overview: https://www.itranslate.com/languages --- Auto Renewable Subscription Terms: Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. The price corresponds to the same price segment, which are set in the "Apple's App Store Matrix" for other currencies. * Your free trial subscription will automatically renew to a paid subscription unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. * Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. * You can cancel a free trial or subscription anytime by turning off auto-renewal through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal Privacy Policy: https://support.bendingspoons.com/privacy.html?app=1496786122 Terms of Service: https://support.bendingspoons.com/tos.html?app=1496786122 Contact us: help@itranslate.com An internet connection is required to use the app. To use the offline mode, you need to download language packs.

Screenshots

Keyboard Translator Simple3 screens
iTranslate Keyboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iTranslate Keyboard at 3.2 against Keyboard Translator Simple's 2.7. iTranslate Keyboard also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). Keyboard Translator Simple's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (33% vs 24%). On price and device support 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. iTranslate Keyboard sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Keyboard Translator Simple asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iTranslate Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iTranslate Keyboard has 106 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Keyboard Translator Simple's written reviews are positive against 24% of iTranslate Keyboard's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Keyboard Translator Simple ships an update every 6 months, iTranslate Keyboard every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Keyboard Translator Simple versus iTranslate Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyboard Translator SimpleiTranslate Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (6 ratings)3.2 (106 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better24.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6106 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerluca calcianoMosaic S.r.l.

Customer experience

Keyboard Translator Simple

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

iTranslate Keyboard

All ratings106 ratings
Positive46.2%
Neutral14.2%
Negative39.6%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive24.0%
Neutral9.6%
Negative66.3%

Bugs and requests

Keyboard Translator Simple

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

iTranslate Keyboard

Reported bugs

22 issues
  • Daily limit reached immediately
  • Keyboard disappears upon switching
  • Keyboard not appearing at all
  • White screen after switching to keyboard
  • App crashes after switching to keyboard
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  • Constant prompts to upgrade to Pro
  • Misses letters when typing fast
  • Inaccurate translations
  • Emoji section not working
  • App not working after updates (iOS 16, iOS 18)
  • Server connection errors
  • Permission prompts every time
  • Green arrow button disappears
  • Automatic language change
  • Keyboard layout changes unexpectedly
  • Cannot add keyboard in settings
  • Secure connection error
  • Input not recognized or accurate
  • Copying text and translating doesn't always work
  • Emoji section shows demonic writing
  • App doesn't work after payment
  • Translation is the same as typed text

Requested features

12 requests
  • Add Mandarin language
  • Add Brazilian Portuguese
  • Add Vietnamese language support
  • Add Hebrew language support
  • Add Greek language support
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  • Add autocorrect/grammar check
  • Improve cursor navigation
  • Add haptic feedback
  • Option to remove translation bar
  • Add more languages
  • Add signs for languages
  • Option to donate instead of subscription

In-app purchases

None

Keyboard Translator Simple

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

iTranslate Keyboard

Subscriptions6
  • Premium with Free Trial7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Premium Subscription$2.997 Days
  • iTranslate PRO - 1 month$5.991 Month
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  • iTranslate PRO - 1 year7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Premium with Free Trial7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • iTranslate Keyboard Pro$79.991 Year

Questions

Is Keyboard Translator Simple free?
Keyboard Translator Simple is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iTranslate Keyboard free?
iTranslate Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Keyboard Translator Simple or iTranslate Keyboard?
iTranslate Keyboard is rated higher. Keyboard Translator Simple averages 2.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while iTranslate Keyboard averages 3.2 from 106 ratings.
Do Keyboard Translator Simple or iTranslate Keyboard have ads?
Keyboard Translator Simple shows ads; iTranslate Keyboard does not.
Which is updated more often, Keyboard Translator Simple or iTranslate Keyboard?
Keyboard Translator Simple ships an update every 6 months, and iTranslate Keyboard every 3 weeks. Most recently, Keyboard Translator Simple was updated on October 24, 2026 and iTranslate Keyboard on October 24, 2026.

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