Comparison

Keyboard Translator Simple vs Keyboard Translator

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

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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

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

Keyboard Translator Simple3 screens
Keyboard Translator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Keyboard Translator at 4.2 against Keyboard Translator Simple's 2.7. Keyboard Translator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). 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. Keyboard Translator Simple sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. Keyboard Translator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Keyboard Translator holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Keyboard Translator has 30 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 45% of Keyboard Translator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Keyboard Translator Simple ships an update every 6 months, Keyboard Translator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Keyboard Translator Simple versus Keyboard Translator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyboard Translator SimpleKeyboard Translator
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (6 ratings)4.2 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews45.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings630 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerluca calcianoMK Apps Private Limited

Customer experience

Keyboard Translator Simple

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

Keyboard Translator

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

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Keyboard Translator Simple

Subscriptions1
  • Premium yearly3 Days trial$3.991 Year
None

Keyboard Translator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Keyboard Translator Simple free?
Keyboard Translator Simple is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Keyboard Translator free?
Keyboard Translator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Keyboard Translator Simple or Keyboard Translator?
Keyboard Translator is rated higher. Keyboard Translator Simple averages 2.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Keyboard Translator averages 4.2 from 30 ratings.
Do Keyboard Translator Simple or Keyboard Translator have ads?
Keyboard Translator Simple shows ads; Keyboard Translator does not.
Which is updated more often, Keyboard Translator Simple or Keyboard Translator?
Keyboard Translator Simple ships an update every 6 months, and Keyboard Translator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Keyboard Translator Simple was updated on November 2, 2026 and Keyboard Translator on October 24, 2026.

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