Simple File Translator vs PDF Translate Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simple File Translator
Easily translate text and subtitle files between languages. Supports a wide range of subtitle formats including SRT, VTT, and JSON, as well as plain text and XML. Simply select your file, choose the target language, and get your translation.
- File translation
- Subtitle format support
- Multiple language options
- Text and XML translation
- User-friendly interface
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The app is very easy to use - Pick a file - Choose a language - Translate that’s it You can translate Subtitle, Normal text or Xml files Subtitles files supported are srt , smi, txt, xml, a.s.s, dfxp, rt , sbv , stl, vtt ,sub, (MicroDvd, SubViewer),txt(Quick Time Text),lrc,Json
PDF Translate Pro
Instantly translate any document, from contracts to ebooks, across over 100 languages. Supports various file formats and offers a PDF to Voice feature for hands-free listening. Seamlessly sync translations across devices and access your history anytime.
- Translate 100+ languages with auto-detection
- Unlimited page translation
- Supports PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Translation history and cloud sync
- Convert translated documents to audio
- Merge and split files
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Translate Any Document. Any Language. Anywhere. Break language barriers instantly with PDF Translate Pro — the most flexible document translator for mobile and web. Whether it's a contract, ebook, manual, or any file you need understood, translate it in seconds with support for 100+ languages. Translate Your Way Upload PDFs, Word docs, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, or even turn any web page into a translatable document. Our smart auto-detection identifies the source language automatically — just pick where you want it translated and go. No Limits, No Compromises Translate documents of any length with no page restrictions. Merge multiple files into one translation job. Preview your content at every step so nothing gets lost in translation. One Account. Every Device. Start a translation on your phone and access it on your desktop. Your Translation History keeps every file organized and ready whenever you need it — then share to any device or platform with one tap. Listen On The Go Need to absorb content hands-free? Convert any translated document to audio with our PDF to Voice feature, with over 500 natural-sounding voices to choose from. Features: 100+ Languages with Auto-Detection Unlimited Page Translation PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Support Translation History & Cloud Sync Quick Preview at Every Step Easy Cross-Device Sharing PDF to Voice (500+ Voices) Document Scanner Merge & Split Files Web Page to PDF Converter Document Protection QR Code Support Privacy Policy: https://aldoo.co.uk/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.aldoo.co.uk/terms-of-use/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PDF Translate Pro at 4.1 against Simple File Translator's 2.3. PDF Translate Pro also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (281 vs 3). Simple File Translator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16). On price, review sentiment, ads 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
Both are free to download. PDF Translate Pro sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Simple File Translator asks for nothing beyond the download.
PDF Translate Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Translate Pro has 281 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.
Simple File Translator ships an update every 11 months, PDF Translate Pro every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simple File Translator | PDF Translate Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (3 ratings) | 4.1 (281 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 281 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 152 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zainab Barakat | Aldoo Ltd |
Customer experience
Simple File Translator
PDF Translate Pro
Bugs and requests
Simple File Translator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
PDF Translate Pro
Reported bugs
8 issues- App crashes during processing
- App hangs during translation
- Translated text overlaps existing text
- Translated documents are empty or gibberish
- App keeps asking to renew subscription
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- App crashes and removes credits without output
- App charged for pages not produced
- Servers inaccessible for credit use
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to redo translations
- Clearer subscription terms
- Customer support feature
In-app purchases
Simple File Translator
No in-app purchases
PDF Translate Pro
- Weekly Premium$2.997 Days
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
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- PDF Translator Pro Weekly$6.997 Days
- Monthly Access Plan$6.991 Month
- Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
- Weekly Unlimited Access$9.997 Days
- PDT Translator Pro Weekly Plan$12.997 Days
- PDT Translator Pro Weekly Plan$19.997 Days
- Annual Premium$69.991 Year
- 3 credits$0.99
- 10 credits$2.99
- 20 credits$3.99
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- 50 credits$9.99
- 100 credits$19.99
- 200 credits$39.99
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