# Lingvanex Language Translator vs Bunpo

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bunpo at 72% against Lingvanex Language Translator's 36%. Bunpo also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lingvanex Language Translator sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Bunpo sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bunpo holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bunpo has 18K ratings behind it against 182, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Lingvanex Language Translator's written reviews are positive against 72% of Bunpo's.

Lingvanex Language Translator ships an update fortnightly, Bunpo every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lingvanex Language Translator | Bunpo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (182 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingvanex-language-translator/id1254981151/reviews) | **[4.9 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bunpo-language-learning/id1279720052/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 182 | **18K** |
| Positive reviews | 36.0% of reviews | **72.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 146 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NordicWise Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1254981150) | [Bunpo Language Learning](https://appshunter.io/developer/1279720051) |

## What reviewers say

### Lingvanex Language Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingvanex-language-translator/id1254981151)

This app offers comprehensive language translation with support for text, voice, and image OCR. It includes offline capabilities, a dictionary, and phrasebooks for language learning. Seamlessly translate conversations, websites, and typed text across numerous languages.

**Highlights:** Text translation (110+ languages), Camera and OCR image translation, Voice translation and speech output, Offline translation capabilities, Website translation, Phrasebooks for language learning, Dictionary with alternate translations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month with Trial | $6.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $6.99 | per month |
| 1 Week Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO version | $38.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Subscription | $49.99 | per month |
| 1 Month subscription | $49.99 | per month |
| 1 Year subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $69.99 | per year |
| All features | $69.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $69.99 | per year |


### Bunpo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bunpo-language-learning/id1279720052)

Master multiple languages with this comprehensive learning app. It offers detailed grammar explanations, vocabulary building, and smart review systems to help you progress from beginner to advanced levels. Learn Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese with interactive exercises and personalized study plans.

**Highlights:** Learn 6 languages, Master grammar with detailed explanations, Build vocabulary and kanji knowledge, Spaced repetition for smart review, Interactive quizzes and example sentences, Offline learning for Spanish, French, German, Chinese

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bunpo Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Bunpo Platinum Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Bunpo Plus Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Plus Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Platinum Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Plus Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Bunpo Plus Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for learning Japanese
- 👍 Well-designed and organized
- 👍 Explains grammar and usage well
- 👍 Customizable to learning needs
- 👍 Effective spaced repetition

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Too much content locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported
- 🐛 Issues with keyboard and text display
- 🐛 Inconsistencies in question answers
- 🔒 Lack of offline access to paid content

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during lesson reviews
- Incorrect answers marked as wrong
- Text and keyboard issues on smaller screens
- Audio playback problems

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode support for tablets
- Improve review options to revisit specific grammar points
- Expand vocabulary lessons and practice
- Add more languages beyond Japanese


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lingvanex Language Translator free?

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

### Is Bunpo free?

Bunpo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lingvanex Language Translator or Bunpo?

Bunpo is rated higher. Lingvanex Language Translator averages 4.4 out of 5 from 182 ratings, while Bunpo averages 4.9 from 18K ratings.

### Do Lingvanex Language Translator or Bunpo have ads?

Lingvanex Language Translator shows ads; Bunpo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lingvanex Language Translator or Bunpo?

Lingvanex Language Translator ships an update fortnightly, and Bunpo every 9 days. Most recently, Lingvanex Language Translator was updated on October 26, 2026 and Bunpo on October 28, 2026.

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