# FUNmoji vs Now translator

The clearest difference is rating: Now translator at 3.5 against FUNmoji's 2.8. Now translator also leads on review sentiment (29% vs 7%). FUNmoji's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FUNmoji sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Now translator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Now translator holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 246 and 141 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of FUNmoji's written reviews are positive against 29% of Now translator's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FUNmoji | Now translator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (246 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funmoji-customized-avatar/id1446397186/reviews) | **[3.5 (141 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/now-translator-translate/id6450328036/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **246** | 141 |
| Positive reviews | 6.5% of reviews | **28.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 163 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435277197) | [SOK NETWISE SDN. BHD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787878572) |

## What reviewers say

### FUNmoji

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funmoji-customized-avatar/id1446397186)

Create personalized avatars and emojis using AI. Customize appearance, add text, and explore themed collections like pets, food, and characters. Share your creations across social media platforms.

**Highlights:** AI-generated custom avatars, Extensive appearance customization, Themed emoji collections, Future self prediction, Social media sharing, Customizable text expressions

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Try 3 days for Free | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| FUNmoji Premium | $19.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Wide variety of hairstyles and hair colors
- 👁️ Extensive eye color and shape options
- 😊 Customizable facial features
- ✨ Animated character creation
- 🎭 Fun sticker generation for messaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription pricing ($10-32.99/month)
- 🚫 Misleading advertising and false claims
- 😞 Poor facial recognition accuracy
- 📉 Low quality avatar results
- 🔄 Difficult subscription cancellation process

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after selecting gender
- Text corruption in WhatsApp after using Funmoji
- App won't launch or function properly
- Inability to delete app from device
- Continued billing after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Ability to take photo and auto-generate avatar
- More clothing and outfit options
- Expanded hair color selection
- Additional skin tone options
- More accessory choices


### Now translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/now-translator-translate/id6450328036)

This app breaks down language barriers with text, photo, and voice translation. It offers offline capabilities and essential phrase guides with pronunciation. Connect with the world and enrich your travels.

**Highlights:** Text translation, Photo translation, Dialog translation, Essential phrases with voice playback, Offline translation mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WeeklyPro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| YearlySale | $23.99 | per year |
| YearlyPro | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good application
- 👍 Very good application

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Too many ads
- 😠 Excessive advertisements
- 😠 Horrible app
- 😠 Full of advertising
- 😠 Waste of time

**Reported bugs**

- Does not work how advertised
- App advertised is not what is downloaded
- App does not work
- Ads prevent usage
- Failed to translate

**Requested features**

- Ability to speak instead of typing
- Translate screenshots


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FUNmoji free?

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

### Is Now translator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FUNmoji or Now translator?

Now translator is rated higher. FUNmoji averages 2.8 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while Now translator averages 3.5 from 141 ratings.

### Do FUNmoji or Now translator have ads?

Now translator shows ads; FUNmoji does not.

### Which is updated more often, FUNmoji or Now translator?

FUNmoji ships an update every 2 weeks, and Now translator every 2 weeks. Most recently, FUNmoji was updated on November 2, 2026 and Now translator on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*