Comparison

Keyboard Translator Simple vs TypeOn

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

TypeOn

This AI-powered keyboard offers instant translation in over 100 languages directly within your messaging apps. It also features voice, camera, and AR translation, along with grammar and spelling checks to enhance your communication.

Highlights
  • AI-powered translation
  • 100+ language support
  • Voice translation
  • Camera translation
  • AR translation
  • Grammar and spelling check
  • Wording recommendations
Features
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TypeOn Keyboard is a custom Ai keyboard that enables you to translate anything you write into 100+ languages. The app is compatible with all popular messaging apps such as iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, WeChat, Facebook Messenger, and more. 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. ● Powered by AI, TypeOn is a keyboard extension app that works seamlessly on any platform or app on your phone. Whether you're traveling to new places or trying to get started learning a new language, thanks to “TypeOn”, the language is no longer a barrier to communication. • Voice Translation Speak to translate. Dictate what you want to translate and let the app read out the translation, or read it on your screen. • Camera Translation Translate any pic or text using your camera. Easily translate menus, signs, or any paper document. • AR Translation Translate the world around you with augmented reality. • Translator Keyboard Easily write in 100+ languages within your favorite apps. Grammar and spelling check TypeOn can check your text for grammatical errors in 7 different languages. Say goodbye to embarrassing typos and grammar mistakes. Wording recommendation TypeOn suggests better word choices for you to express yourself correctly. You won't ever find yourself thinking about the right words to say again. Acquiring of Premium access will allow you: ⁃ Unlimited text translations in any messengers ⁃ Unlimited Voice Translations ⁃ Unlimited Camera Translations Here are 4 subscriptions options: - 1 week subscription after 3-day trial period costs $5,99 USD; - 1 month subscription costs $19,99 USD - 3 months subscription costs $39,99 USD - 12 months subscription costs $89,99 USD Please note, The exact cost may vary depending on your location. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan. Private Policy http://anydayapps.com/privacy.html Terms of Use https://anydayapps.com/terms.html

Screenshots

Keyboard Translator Simple3 screens
TypeOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TypeOn at 4.6 against Keyboard Translator Simple's 2.7. TypeOn also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 months). Keyboard Translator Simple's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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. Keyboard Translator Simple sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year and TypeOn sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TypeOn holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TypeOn has 2.8K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Keyboard Translator Simple's written reviews are positive against 36% of TypeOn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Keyboard Translator Simple ships an update every 6 months, TypeOn every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Keyboard Translator Simple versus TypeOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyboard Translator SimpleTypeOn
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (6 ratings)4.6 (2.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews35.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings62.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerluca calcianoPro Media Now Inc

Customer experience

Keyboard Translator Simple

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

TypeOn

All ratings2,798 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral5.1%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral10.7%
Negative53.6%

Bugs and requests

Keyboard Translator Simple

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TypeOn

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Partial translation of messages
  • Keyboard issues and compatibility problems
  • App crashes and freezes

Requested features

3 requests
  • Free translation option
  • Improved reliability and consistency
  • Support for more languages

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Keyboard Translator Simple

Subscriptions1
  • Premium yearly3 Days trial$3.991 Year
4 purchases

TypeOn

Subscriptions4
  • Ai Keyboard translator3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$19.991 Month
  • 3 month premium plan$39.993 Months
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  • Annual Premium Plan$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Keyboard Translator Simple free?
Keyboard Translator Simple is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TypeOn free?
TypeOn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Keyboard Translator Simple or TypeOn?
TypeOn is rated higher. Keyboard Translator Simple averages 2.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while TypeOn averages 4.6 from 2.8K ratings.
Do Keyboard Translator Simple or TypeOn have ads?
Keyboard Translator Simple shows ads; TypeOn does not.
Which is updated more often, Keyboard Translator Simple or TypeOn?
Keyboard Translator Simple ships an update every 6 months, and TypeOn every 9 days. Most recently, Keyboard Translator Simple was updated on November 2, 2026 and TypeOn on November 7, 2026.

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