Comparison

iTranslate Converse vs Rakun Talk

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

Head to head
About

iTranslate Converse

This app transforms your phone into a real-time voice translation device. It supports natural conversations in 38 languages with automatic language detection and superior accuracy, even in noisy environments. Transcripts of your conversations can also be viewed and exported.

Highlights
  • Real-time voice translation
  • Supports 38 languages
  • Automatic language detection
  • Tap & Hold to Speak interface
  • Superior translation accuracy
  • Conversation transcripts
Features
Currently charting
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Turn your iPhone into a translation device! Introducing iTranslate Converse, a revolutionary new speech translation App. iTranslate Converse turns your iPhone and Apple Watch into a two-way translation device. The simple design enables natural conversations in 38 languages, and automatically detects the correct language between two selected languages for a fast and accurate translation. Speak directly into your iPhone’s microphone and dramatically improve results as well as create a more natural conversation experience. It literally turns your iPhone into the first real translation device. SIMPLE & EASY Tap & Hold to Speak. Release to Translate. The entire screen becomes your translation button. SUPERIOR TRANSLATION ACCURACY Works well in noisy environments. BLAZING FAST Delivers translation results in near real time. 38 LANGUAGES Instantly converse in 38 languages. LANGUAGE DETECTION Automatic detection between the 2 selected languages for a seamless translation experience. TRANSCRIPTS View and export full transcripts for every voice conversation. Learn more about iTranslate Converse at https://www.itranslate.com/converse SUPPORT Visit https://www.itranslate.com/support/ or contact us at help@itranslate.com Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iTranslateApp Like & share on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itranslateapp Learn more about iTranslate: https://www.itranslate.com Supported languages & dialects for translation: Arabic (Saudi), Arabic (UAE), Arabic (Egypt), Catalan, Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Taiwan), Chinese (Cantonese), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (US), English (GB), English (Australian), Finnish, French, French (Canada), German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal), Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (USA), Spanish (Mexico), Swedish, Thai, Turkish For a Complete Language overview: https://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. Terms of Service: https://www.itranslate.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.itranslate.com/privacy-policy California Privacy Rights: https://www.itranslate.com/privacy-policy#InformationCaliforniaPrivacyRights • An internet connection is required to use the app.

About

Rakun Talk

Features
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Rakun Talk helps you communicate your needs without saying a word. Whether you're in a noisy environment, have difficulty speaking, don't know the local language or simply prefer non-verbal communication, Rakun Talk is here to help. Ideal For Neurodivergent Individuals and Those with Hidden Disabilities Designed with care to support neurodivergent individuals and people with hidden disabilities, Rakun Talk empowers you to express your needs. - Create Custom Communication Cards: Easily design personalized cards that display your needs. Add optional details or a picture to make your message clear and concise. - Pre-Set Basic Needs: Access a handy set of pre-made cards for common situations like "I want to pay," "How much is this?", "I need medical help," or "I need my headphones." - Non-Verbal Responses: Give others the chance to respond non-verbally by tapping the confirm or reject buttons on your card. - Multi-Language Support: Communicate across borders with cards that can be translated into Chines (Simplified & Traditional), Japanese, Korean, German, Spanish, and Italian. Rakun Talk is your essential tool for smooth and efficient communication, making sure your voice is always heard, even without words. Upgrade to Unlimited Cards and create as many custom communication cards as you like. If you purchase Unlimited Cards, payment will be charged to your Apple account and, in case of a subscription, your account will be charged for renewal at the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be turned off by going to settings in the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.rakunfriends.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

iTranslate Converse4 screens
Rakun Talk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Rakun Talk at weekly against iTranslate Converse's monthly. iTranslate Converse's advantage is chart position (#42 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, 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. iTranslate Converse sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Rakun Talk sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iTranslate Converse ships an update monthly, Rakun Talk weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
iTranslate Converse versus Rakun Talk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTranslate ConverseRakun Talk
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (5.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.3K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#42 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMosaic S.r.l.David Pfluegl

Bugs and requests

iTranslate Converse

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent errors and mistranslations
  • Inability to recognize certain languages or dialects
  • Compatibility issues with older devices and Apple Watch

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for more languages, including less common ones
  • Offline translation capabilities
  • Ability to save and review past translations
  • Improved voice recognition and natural language processing

Rakun Talk

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

iTranslate Converse

Subscriptions12
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Weekly with Free Trial7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • iTranslate Pro7 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • iTranslate PRO$7.991 Month
  • iTranslate Converse Pro$7.997 Days
  • iTranslate Converse Pro7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • iTranslate Pro7 Days trial$14.992 Months
  • Yearly Subscription$69.991 Year
  • iTranslate PRO7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription Free Trial7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • iTranslate Pro$89.001 Year
  • iTranslate Converse Pro$99.991 Year
3 purchases

Rakun Talk

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Cards$2.991 Month
  • Unlimited Cards$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited Cards$39.99

Questions

Is iTranslate Converse free?
iTranslate Converse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rakun Talk free?
Rakun Talk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iTranslate Converse or Rakun Talk have ads?
Neither iTranslate Converse nor Rakun Talk shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iTranslate Converse or Rakun Talk?
iTranslate Converse ships an update monthly, and Rakun Talk weekly. Most recently, iTranslate Converse was updated on October 31, 2026 and Rakun Talk on October 27, 2026.

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