Comparison

Recolis vs Interpretex

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

Head to head
About

Recolis

Features
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You can listen to the live audio from "Recot" with a delay of less than 1 second. It supports two methods: "Cloud mode" that receives via the Internet, and "Local Wi-Fi mode" that connects to the local Wi-Fi dedicated to the Recolis installed at the venue. [How to use] 1) Install the Recolis app. 2) You can start to listen with either the following methods a) b) or c). a) If you have received the "Access Code URL" with email or SNS, Please simply tap the link on the app. (If you can select the application when tapping the link, Please select the Recolis. If there is no Recolis in the choices, please select the WEB browser. You can select Recolis on the choices of the WEB browser) b) If you have received the "Access QR Code" image, Open the Recolis app then tap [QR Connection] button to read the QR code. c) If you have received plane text of the "Access Code", Open the Recolis app then tap [Access Code Connection] button then type the Access Code. If authentication is successful by either method from a) to c), The list of audio programs being distributed will be displayed. Please tap a program you want to listen to. If the list is not displayed, follow the instructions on the app screen to check procedures. * Please use wired earphones or headphones. Bluetooth stuffs are not recommend because it may make extra audio delay or choppy sound due to the radio confliction with Wi-Fi. If you do not have earphones, please tap the speaker icon at the bottom of the screen and select [Receiver], then bring your smartphone to your ear. Now you can listen to the audio just like phone communication. (Some devices may not support the receiver.) * In case of the Cloud mode, you can use either Wi-Fi connection at office or venue, or mobile network of cellular(3G/4G/5G). If audio is frequently interrupted or you do not listen well, Please use Wi-Fi or mobile network, whichever has the best reception. * To broadcast your audio program, the "Recot" system is necessary . For details, please contact to Hoso Service Center. https://www.hoso.co.jp/recot/ * Privacy policy of this application : https://dgo.xsrv.jp/recolis/privacypolicy.html

About

Interpretex

This application allows users to listen to interpreted audio broadcasts at conferences and events without needing dedicated equipment. Simply enter an event code and select your desired language to access the interpretation. A chat feature is also available to send messages to broadcasters.

Highlights
  • Listen to interpreted audio broadcasts
  • No dedicated equipment required
  • Enter event codes to access specific events
  • Select desired language for interpretation
  • Chat function to message broadcasters
Features
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Interpretex はスマートフォン・通訳システムです。 ・受信機などの専用機器を用意する必用無く、通訳音声の放送を聞く事ができます。 ・本アプリは 「Interpretex システム」 が導入されている会議場やイベント会場などで利用する事が可能です。 使い方: 1. Interpretexを起動します。 イベントを追加して、聞きたい音声放送のイベントコードを入力します。 2. 会場で指定されたEvent Codeを入力します。 3. 放送中は、お聴きになりたい言語名を選ぶと音声が聞けます。 4. 音が聞こえない等の場合は、Chat機能により、放送者にメッセージを送信できます。 *** 本アプリは会場内で 「Interpretex システム」 が稼働していませんと利用できません *** Interpretex システムの稼働状況などについては、イベント会場の運営者にお問い合わせ下さい

Screenshots

Recolis4 screens
Interpretex1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Interpretex at every 4 days against Recolis's fortnightly. Interpretex also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Recolis ships an update fortnightly, Interpretex every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Recolis versus Interpretex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRecolisInterpretex
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDigio Corp.Saver Corporation

In-app purchases

None

Recolis

No in-app purchases

None

Interpretex

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Recolis free?
Recolis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Interpretex free?
Interpretex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Recolis or Interpretex have ads?
Neither Recolis nor Interpretex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Recolis or Interpretex?
Recolis ships an update fortnightly, and Interpretex every 4 days. Most recently, Recolis was updated on October 8, 2026 and Interpretex on October 1, 2026.

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