# Translator · vs Japanese Translator Plus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Translator · at 49% against Japanese Translator Plus's 0%. Japanese Translator Plus's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Translator · sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Japanese Translator Plus sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Translator · | Japanese Translator Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator/id1294037472/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | — |
| Positive reviews | **49.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 55 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BUCKET LIST LABS S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616833567) | [成态 游](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630282908) |

## What reviewers say

### Translator ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator/id1294037472)

This app provides real-time voice and text translation in over 120 languages. It utilizes advanced speech recognition for speed and efficiency, offering male or female voices for pronunciation assistance. Your translation history is synced across devices via iCloud.

**Highlights:** Real-time voice recognition, 120+ languages for text, 50+ languages for voice, Male or female voice output, iCloud synchronization, Translated by Google and Microsoft

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO FEATURES (MONTHLY) | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro version 3 months | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro version 1 year | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Accurate translations
- 📚 Wide range of languages
- 🗣️ Good pronunciation
- 🔍 Helpful for communication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywalled features
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Buggy camera translation
- 🔧 Inconsistent language support

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues
- Crashes and freezes
- Incorrect translations for some languages

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Customizable language preferences
- Better grammar and literature translation
- More language options


### Japanese Translator Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-translator-plus/id6444815579)

Translate Japanese text, photos, and voice in real-time. This tool helps users communicate with Japanese speakers for travel, entertainment, or personal connections. Access common phrases and save words for efficient learning.

**Highlights:** Text translation, Photo translation, Voice recognition translation, Common phrases, Favorites folder

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP of Japanese translator | $1.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Translator · free?

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

### Is Japanese Translator Plus free?

Japanese Translator Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Translator · or Japanese Translator Plus have ads?

Translator · shows ads; Japanese Translator Plus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Translator · or Japanese Translator Plus?

Translator · ships an update every 2 months, and Japanese Translator Plus every 2 months. Most recently, Translator · was updated on November 1, 2026 and Japanese Translator Plus on October 14, 2026.

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