# Translator Keyboard vs Translate Lion

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Translator Keyboard at 63% against Translate Lion's 0%. Translator Keyboard also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (21K vs 29). Translate Lion's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (13.1 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Translator Keyboard sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Translate Lion asks for nothing beyond the download.

Translator Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Translator Keyboard has 21K ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Translator Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 0% of Translate Lion's.

Translator Keyboard ships an update fortnightly, Translate Lion every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Translator Keyboard | Translate Lion |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-keyboard-language/id1502909594/reviews)** | [4.0 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translate-lion/id6474850371/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 29 |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#132** | — |
| Size | 212 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Air Apps Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1316153435) | [EIGHT PUNCH(HONGKONG)CO.,LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1696585489) |

## What reviewers say

### Translator Keyboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-keyboard-language/id1502909594)

**Currently charting:** #132 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Type and translate text instantly in over 60 languages directly from your keyboard. Seamlessly communicate in any app without switching or copying. Enhance conversations with emojis.

**Highlights:** Instant translation as you type, Supports over 60 languages, Seamless in-app integration, No copy-paste or app switching, Built-in Emoji Keyboard, One-tap language selection

**Features:** Apple Wallet, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Welcome - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Starter - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Air Apps One - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast translation
- 👍 Convenient keyboard translator
- 💡 Supports many languages
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires subscription after limited free use
- 🐛 Inconsistent translations
- 🐛 Keyboard issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard freezes after limited use
- Translations not accurate
- Subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to translate received messages
- Option to purchase individual languages
- Customizable keyboard layout


### Translate Lion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translate-lion/id6474850371)

This app offers versatile translation capabilities, including text, photo, voice, and real-time conversation translation. It also features intelligent learning tools like vocabulary explanation and personalized recommendations to enhance language skills.

**Highlights:** Text input translation, Photo recognition translation, Voice input translation, Real-time conversation translation, Vocabulary explanation and collection, Intelligent learning recommendations

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Translator Keyboard free?

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

### Is Translate Lion free?

Translate Lion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Translator Keyboard or Translate Lion?

Translator Keyboard is rated higher. Translator Keyboard averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while Translate Lion averages 4.0 from 29 ratings.

### Do Translator Keyboard or Translate Lion have ads?

Neither Translator Keyboard nor Translate Lion shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Translator Keyboard or Translate Lion?

Translator Keyboard ships an update fortnightly, and Translate Lion every 2 weeks. Most recently, Translator Keyboard was updated on September 24, 2026 and Translate Lion on September 20, 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.*