# WRD vs Translate Now *

The clearest difference is rating: WRD at 4.7 against Translate Now *'s 4.3. WRD also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 924). Translate Now *'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#20 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WRD sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Translate Now * sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WRD holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.8K and 924 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of WRD's written reviews are positive against 54% of Translate Now *'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

WRD ships an update every 3 weeks, Translate Now * weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WRD | Translate Now * |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrd-learn-words/id1554312100/reviews)** | [4.3 (924 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translate-now/id6738996117/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 924 |
| Positive reviews | 50.3% of reviews | **53.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#20** |
| Size | 390 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Happymagenta UAB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105393733) | [Takamaka Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783339911) |

## What reviewers say

### WRD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrd-learn-words/id1554312100)

Accelerate language learning with a free, engaging app designed to improve vocabulary and master reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills through short, science-based exercises. Learn multiple languages at your own pace with native speaker audio and personalized learning plans.

**Highlights:** Vocabulary building exercises, Reading, listening, speaking, writing practice, Native speaker audio, Personalized learning plans, Progress tracking, Multiple languages

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WRD Pro (1 Week) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| WRD Plus (1 month) | $7.99 | per month |
| WRD Pro (1 Month) | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlock Everything (1 month) | $9.99 | per month |
| Family PRO (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| WRD Pro (3 Months) | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlock Everything (3 months) | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Family PRO (quarterly) | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| WRD Plus (6 Months) | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| WRD Pro (6 Months) | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlock Everything (6 month) | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| WRD Plus (1 Year) | $59.99 | per year |
| WRD Pro (1 Year) | $69.99 | per year |
| Unlock Everything (1 Year) | $69.99 | per year |
| Family PRO (yearly) | $89.99 | per year |
| WRD 1000 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| WRD 2500 Gems | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient learning
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ⭐ Excellent for vocabulary
- 💡 Helpful visual aids
- 🎓 Effective for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Incorrect translations
- 🔍 Limited vocabulary
- 🤔 Confusing exercise types
- 🚫 Aggressive monetization

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Freezing issues
- Inability to change language
- Incorrect word pronunciations

**Requested features**

- Add more languages
- Improve German vocabulary
- Allow custom word lists
- Provide sample sentences
- Adjust audio playback speed


### Translate Now *

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translate-now/id6738996117)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Free · Education, #104 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Instantly translate text, voice, and images across over 100 languages. This app facilitates seamless global communication for travelers, language learners, and professionals. Break down language barriers with its intuitive interface and advanced translation technology.

**Highlights:** Instant text translation, Voice translation, Camera image translation, Supports over 100 languages, Intuitive design, Advanced translation technology

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful and effective
- 🚀 Easy communication with conversation feature
- 👍 Short time accurate translation
- 👍 Best translation app ever
- 👍 Great app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Unwanted recurring charges
- 💸 Predatory pricing
- 💸 Expensive app
- ❓ Difficult to cancel subscription
- ❓ No help with cancellation

**Reported bugs**

- App not working
- App not working now

**Requested features**

- Add Mauritian Creole language


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WRD free?

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

### Is Translate Now * free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WRD or Translate Now *?

WRD is rated higher. WRD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Translate Now * averages 4.3 from 924 ratings.

### Do WRD or Translate Now * have ads?

Neither WRD nor Translate Now * shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WRD or Translate Now *?

WRD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Translate Now * weekly. Most recently, WRD was updated on October 29, 2026 and Translate Now * on October 30, 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.*