Comparison

Scriba (Latin Dictionary) vs Latin Translator & Dictionary

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

Head to head
About

Scriba (Latin Dictionary)

This app provides comprehensive Latin language learning resources, including extensive dictionaries, grammar guides, and word parsing tools. It offers flashcards for vocabulary memorization and a document reader for in-context word lookups.

Highlights
  • Lewis and Short's Latin-English dictionary
  • Cassell's Latin Dictionary
  • Declensions and conjugations
  • Latin word parser
  • Allen and Greenough's New Latin Grammar
  • Flashcards for vocabulary
Features
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Scriba is a great tool to learn Latin. It features : - Lewis and Short's Latin-English dictionary (50 000 entries) - Cassell's Latin Dictionary (clear and shorter explanations for about 20 000 entries) - declensions and conjugations for most of the entries - a Latin word parser - Allen and Greenough's New Latin Grammar - an English-Latin lexicon (free version) - Smith & Hall's English-Latin Dictionary (full version) - full text search in Lewis and Short's Latin dictionary - classical texts - a Document reader which allows you to look up words in the database - Flashcards to learn new words

About

Latin Translator & Dictionary

This app uses AI to translate Latin passages, offering both literal and literary versions with detailed grammar notes. It provides in-depth theory on grammar and syntax, and generates personalized mind maps and flashcards from scanned notes or textbook pages. It also includes quizzes and historical context for a comprehensive learning experience.

Highlights
  • AI-powered literal and literary translation
  • Grammar and syntax theory explanations
  • Mind map and flashcard generation from scans
  • Extensive quizzes on grammar and literature
  • Roman history and culture insights
  • Author and work analysis
Features
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Latin for high school and university: translations, grammar and literature powered by AI. From Cicero to Tacitus, from Virgil to Seneca, every passage is now within reach. WHY CHOOSE LATIN MASTER • Translator with dual version: literal + literary Scan the passage from your textbook and get word-by-word translation plus polished English, with grammar notes on every construction. • In-depth theory for every topic Clear explanations of declensions, conjugations, case syntax, verb and clause syntax. Examples and historical context to make it stick. • Mind maps and flashcards from scans Snap notes, handouts or textbook pages: the AI builds personalized mind maps and flashcards for you. Active study, fast review. WHAT'S INSIDE • Grammar: alphabet, pronunciation, 5 declensions, adjectives, pronouns, 4 active and passive conjugations, finite and non-finite moods, deponents, semi-deponents • Syntax: cases, verb, clauses, sequence of tenses, ablative absolute, periphrastic active and passive, gerund, gerundive, supine • Authors and works: Cicero, Caesar, Virgil, Horace, Ovid, Catullus, Livy, Tacitus, Seneca, Plautus, Terence, Sallust, Quintilian, Martial, Petronius, Apuleius • Roman history and culture: from the founding to the fall of the Empire, institutions, religion, daily life • Literature: archaic, republican, Augustan, imperial, late antique periods STUDY TOOLS • AI version scanner: literal + literary translation + analysis • Mind maps and flashcards generated from your documents • 1000+ quizzes on grammar, syntax and literature • Built-in vocabulary with paradigms and constructions • Brand new design built for fast studying IDEAL FOR • High school Latin students (AP Latin, A-Levels) • Preparing class tests and oral exams • Classics and ancient languages majors at university • Independent learners passionate about Latin Download Latin Master and tackle every passage with an edge. Even Cicero would approve. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Scriba (Latin Dictionary)4 screens
Latin Translator & Dictionary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Latin Translator & Dictionary at 4.8 against Scriba (Latin Dictionary)'s 4.4. Latin Translator & Dictionary also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.5). Scriba (Latin Dictionary)'s advantage is review sentiment (76% vs 67%). On price, ratings volume, 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. Scriba (Latin Dictionary) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Latin Translator & Dictionary sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Latin Translator & Dictionary holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 6 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 76% of Scriba (Latin Dictionary)'s written reviews are positive against 67% of Latin Translator & Dictionary's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scriba (Latin Dictionary) ships an update every 5 months, Latin Translator & Dictionary every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Scriba (Latin Dictionary) versus Latin Translator & Dictionary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScriba (Latin Dictionary)Latin Translator & Dictionary
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (14 ratings)4.8 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.515.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size155 MB120 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDominique CADIETCarlo Terracciano

Customer experience

Scriba (Latin Dictionary)

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive76.5%
Neutral11.8%
Negative11.8%

Latin Translator & Dictionary

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Scriba (Latin Dictionary)

One-time1
  • Full version$2.99
7 purchases

Latin Translator & Dictionary

Subscriptions5
  • Latin · Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Latin · Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Latin · Annual$8.991 Year
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  • Latin · Annual$24.991 Year
  • Latin · Annual1 Year trial$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime subscription - Latin$29.99
  • Lifetime subscription - Latin$99.99

Questions

Is Scriba (Latin Dictionary) free?
Scriba (Latin Dictionary) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Latin Translator & Dictionary free?
Latin Translator & Dictionary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scriba (Latin Dictionary) or Latin Translator & Dictionary?
Latin Translator & Dictionary is rated higher. Scriba (Latin Dictionary) averages 4.4 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Latin Translator & Dictionary averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Scriba (Latin Dictionary) or Latin Translator & Dictionary have ads?
Neither Scriba (Latin Dictionary) nor Latin Translator & Dictionary shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scriba (Latin Dictionary) or Latin Translator & Dictionary?
Scriba (Latin Dictionary) ships an update every 5 months, and Latin Translator & Dictionary every 5 weeks. Most recently, Scriba (Latin Dictionary) was updated on October 24, 2026 and Latin Translator & Dictionary on October 30, 2026.

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