# Language Translator · vs Realtime Translate

The clearest difference is rating: Language Translator · at 4.6 against Realtime Translate's 3.6. Language Translator · also leads on review sentiment (56% vs 37%) and ratings volume (2K vs 233). Realtime Translate's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 17 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Language Translator · sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Realtime Translate sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Language Translator · holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Language Translator · has 2K ratings behind it against 233, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Language Translator ·'s written reviews are positive against 37% of Realtime Translate's.

Language Translator · ships an update every 17 months, Realtime Translate every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Language Translator · | Realtime Translate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-translator/id1490237567/reviews)** | [3.6 (233 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realtime-translate-translator/id1541667265/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 233 |
| Positive reviews | **56.3% of reviews** | 37.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 77 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brain Craft Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1205924536) | [FYMobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546589565) |

## What reviewers say

### Language Translator ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-translator/id1490237567)

Translate text, voice, and images in over 100 languages. Communicate globally with real-time conversation translation, offline capabilities, and a translator keyboard for seamless messaging.

**Highlights:** Translate over 100 languages, Offline translation, Real-time conversation translation, Camera-based photo translation, Translator keyboard for apps, Offline phrasebook

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Translator Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Language Translator Premium | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for learning new languages
- 🚀 Good voice translation
- 💡 Useful for traveling and communication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Poor translation quality
- 🔒 Paywall for basic features
- 👎 Not user-friendly
- 🐛 Issues with settings and updates

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to recognize short recordings
- Incorrect language flags displayed

**Requested features**

- Free microphone and camera usage
- Improved language support and accuracy


### Realtime Translate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realtime-translate-translator/id1541667265)

Instantly translate text from your camera, voice, or keyboard across over 100 languages. Communicate globally with real-time voice-to-voice dialogues and translate websites or augmented reality content. This app turns your device into a powerful, portable translation tool.

**Highlights:** Camera translation for menus and logos, Real-time voice-to-voice conversation translation, Website translation within Safari, Augmented Reality (AR) translation, Keyboard translation for messaging, Apple Watch voice translation, Supports over 100 languages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Translation Feature | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Translation Feature | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Translation Feature | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Translation Feature | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| UNLIMITED TRANSLATION FEATURE | $37.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Translation Feature. | $67.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Translation Feature | $69.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Translation Feature | $71.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Language Translator · free?

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

### Is Realtime Translate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Language Translator · or Realtime Translate?

Language Translator · is rated higher. Language Translator · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Realtime Translate averages 3.6 from 233 ratings.

### Do Language Translator · or Realtime Translate have ads?

Neither Language Translator · nor Realtime Translate shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Language Translator · or Realtime Translate?

Language Translator · ships an update every 17 months, and Realtime Translate every 3 weeks. Most recently, Language Translator · was updated on October 26, 2026 and Realtime Translate on October 27, 2026.

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