# Language Translator by Mate vs GloryGuide for Vainglory

Language Translator by Mate and GloryGuide for Vainglory both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of GloryGuide for Vainglory's written reviews are positive against 51% of Language Translator by Mate's. GloryGuide for Vainglory also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). Language Translator by Mate's advantage is chart position (#166 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 309). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Language Translator by Mate sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and GloryGuide for Vainglory sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Language Translator by Mate against 4.6 for GloryGuide for Vainglory. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Language Translator by Mate has 1.7K ratings behind it against 309, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 51% of Language Translator by Mate's written reviews are positive against 90% of GloryGuide for Vainglory's.

Language Translator by Mate ships an update fortnightly, GloryGuide for Vainglory every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Language Translator by Mate | GloryGuide for Vainglory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-translator-by-mate/id1073473333/reviews)** | [4.6 (309 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gloryguide-for-vainglory/id1324887522/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 309 |
| Positive reviews | 50.8% of reviews | **90.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#166** | — |
| Size | 167 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Twopeople Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1178347036) | [Sereivoan Yong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1324887521) |

## What reviewers say

### Language Translator by Mate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-translator-by-mate/id1073473333)

**Currently charting:** #166 Top Grossing · Reference, #178 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

Translate text, speech, and entire web pages across 103 languages, both online and offline. Deeply integrated with iOS, it offers extensions for Safari, Mail, Notes, and iMessage, plus a handy widget. Advanced features include phonetic transcription, noun genders, and a phrasebook for language learners.

**Highlights:** Translate text, speech, and websites, 103 languages supported, Online and offline translation, Safari, Share, and iMessage extensions, Widget for clipboard translation, Noun genders, phonetic transcription, Phrasebook and speech translator

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mate Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Mate Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Mate Pro Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Mate Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Mate Educational Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| Mate Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Mate Annual | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate translations
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Convenient features (e.g., share, copy, paste)
- 🌍 Supports many languages
- 📢 Good pronunciation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (e.g., crashes, freezes, unresponsive features)
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤖 Robotic-sounding voice
- 🌐 Requires internet connection for full functionality
- 📚 Limited language dialect support

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues (e.g., unable to log in, charges despite cancellation)
- Microphone not working for speech translation
- Safari extension not functioning properly
- Incorrect language detection
- Partial/incomplete translations

**Requested features**

- Offline translation mode
- Camera/image translation support
- Customizable voice options
- Improved language dialect support
- Better integration with other apps (e.g., iMessage, iBooks)


### GloryGuide for Vainglory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gloryguide-for-vainglory/id1324887522)

This comprehensive companion app provides extensive data for a popular MOBA game. It offers detailed information on heroes, items, and game mechanics, along with tools for build creation and analysis. Players can also track match results and connect with content creators.

**Highlights:** Hero and item database, Detailed stats and abilities, Custom build creation, Damage calculation system, 5v5 mode encyclopedia, Match results integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very helpful stats and calculations
- 💡 Great for planning builds
- 👍 Updated builds available
- 👍 Informative and good app
- 👍 Useful for players returning to the game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes when viewing abilities
- 🐛 Cannot download high-quality skin images
- 🐛 Outdated information/not updated with game
- 🐛 Information only up to version 3.2
- 🐛 Lacks new hero updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when viewing Shin's abilities
- Cannot download high-quality skin images
- Information is outdated and not updated with game versions
- Game stats system is missing

**Requested features**

- More detailed stats and calculations
- Ability to download high-quality skin images (via ads or purchase)
- Download all skins at once
- More calculation functions (DPS, ability damage)
- Ability to register multiple builds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Language Translator by Mate free?

Language Translator by Mate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GloryGuide for Vainglory free?

GloryGuide for Vainglory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Language Translator by Mate or GloryGuide for Vainglory?

Language Translator by Mate is rated higher. Language Translator by Mate averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while GloryGuide for Vainglory averages 4.6 from 309 ratings.

### Do Language Translator by Mate or GloryGuide for Vainglory have ads?

Neither Language Translator by Mate nor GloryGuide for Vainglory shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Language Translator by Mate or GloryGuide for Vainglory?

Language Translator by Mate ships an update fortnightly, and GloryGuide for Vainglory every 3 weeks. Most recently, Language Translator by Mate was updated on October 29, 2026 and GloryGuide for Vainglory on October 21, 2026.

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