# Simple File Translator vs PDF Translate Pro

The clearest difference is rating: PDF Translate Pro at 4.1 against Simple File Translator's 3.0. PDF Translate Pro also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (291 vs 4). 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.

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 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Translate Pro has 291 ratings behind it against 4, 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 October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple File Translator | PDF Translate Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-file-translator/id1578433796/reviews) | **[4.1 (291 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-translate-pro/id1609232374/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **291** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zainab Barakat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578433799) | [Aldoo Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533822725) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple File Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-file-translator/id1578433796)

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.

**Highlights:** File translation, Subtitle format support, Multiple language options, Text and XML translation, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### PDF Translate Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-translate-pro/id1609232374)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| PDF Translator Pro Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Access Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| PDT Translator Pro Weekly Plan | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| PDT Translator Pro Weekly Plan | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| 3 credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 20 credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50 credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 100 credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| 200 credits | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Subscription and credit scams
- 👎 Poor translation quality
- ❓ Confusing pricing and access
- 🚫 App doesn't work
- 💸 Charged for non-functional service

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Ability to redo translations
- Clearer subscription terms
- Customer support feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple File Translator free?

Simple File Translator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PDF Translate Pro free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Simple File Translator or PDF Translate Pro?

PDF Translate Pro is rated higher. Simple File Translator averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while PDF Translate Pro averages 4.1 from 291 ratings.

### Do Simple File Translator or PDF Translate Pro have ads?

Neither Simple File Translator nor PDF Translate Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple File Translator or PDF Translate Pro?

Simple File Translator ships an update every 11 months, and PDF Translate Pro every 8 days. Most recently, Simple File Translator was updated on October 24, 2026 and PDF Translate Pro on October 23, 2026.

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