Comparison

Translator.fm vs MDWriter

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

Head to head
About

Translator.fm

This app allows event attendees to listen to simultaneous translations directly on their mobile devices. It supports various audio streaming needs, from live interpretation to one-way communication for production crews.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous interpretation streaming
  • Listen to events remotely
  • Poster session audio
  • Production communication
  • Event code access
Features
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Translator.FM is a mobile app which enables attendees in an event to listen to simultaneous translation via their mobile devices. Potential uses: stream live interpretation, listen from anywhere to an event happening anywhere, poster session streaming for sound isolation, one-way radio between director and camera people for video production, and many more. Anywhere audio streaming is needed, translator.fm is the right solution. To access the translator.fm stream: 1. Connect to the wi-fi or turn on data. 2. Write event code. 2. Select event/session. 3. Select stream and enjoy the event.

About

MDWriter

Features
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This app is the clean and simple Markdown editor designed to help you capture, organize, and format your ideas with ease. Enjoy a writing experience that's focused, fast, and free from distractions. Key Features: Instant Preview With a single tap, switch from editor to a beautifully formatted preview. See exactly how your text will look, ensuring your lists, links, and images are perfect before you export. Distraction-Free Writing Our clean, minimalist interface lets you focus on what truly matters: your content. No complicated menus, just a straightforward space for your thoughts to flow. Intuitive File Management Easily create, rename, and delete your files right within the app. Keep all your notes, drafts, and documents neatly organized and accessible. Works Completely Offline No internet? No problem. All your files are stored securely on your device, giving you the freedom to write and edit anytime, anywhere. Learn as You Write Features a built-in reference with all the basic Markdown syntax, making it easy for anyone to master the essentials and start writing beautifully formatted text in no time. Perfect for: Bloggers and writers drafting articles. Students taking lecture notes and writing reports. Developers creating documentation and technical notes. Anyone looking to capture and structure their ideas. [About Premium Plan (Subscription)] Ad‑free browsing, iCloud sync, and unlimited documents — all included in the Premium Plan. • Subscription period: 1 month (Auto-renewable) • Price: $0.49/ month • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://ios-mac-a7694.web.app/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download now and rediscover the joy of writing.

Screenshots

Translator.fm3 screens
MDWriter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Translator.fm at none against MDWriter's 1. Translator.fm also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price 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. MDWriter sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.49 per month. Translator.fm asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Translator.fm ships an update every 3 weeks, MDWriter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Translator.fm versus MDWriter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTranslator.fmMDWriter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.3 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCEVIK PROJE YAZILIM ANONIM SIRKETIhirokazu murabe

In-app purchases

None

Translator.fm

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MDWriter

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Plan$0.491 Month

Questions

Is Translator.fm free?
Translator.fm is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MDWriter free?
MDWriter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Translator.fm or MDWriter have ads?
MDWriter shows ads; Translator.fm does not.
Which is updated more often, Translator.fm or MDWriter?
Translator.fm ships an update every 3 weeks, and MDWriter every 2 months. Most recently, Translator.fm was updated on October 1, 2026 and MDWriter on October 11, 2026.

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