# German Translator Dictionary + vs Dictionary & Translator

The clearest difference is update cadence: Dictionary & Translator at every 11 days against German Translator Dictionary +'s every 3 months. Dictionary & Translator also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 255) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. German Translator Dictionary + sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Dictionary & Translator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for German Translator Dictionary + against 4.7 for Dictionary & Translator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dictionary & Translator has 13K ratings behind it against 255, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of German Translator Dictionary +'s written reviews are positive against 84% of Dictionary & Translator's.

German Translator Dictionary + ships an update every 3 months, Dictionary & Translator every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | German Translator Dictionary + | Dictionary & Translator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (255 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/german-translator-dictionary-plus/id346636474/reviews)** | [4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionary-and-translator/id475211454/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 255 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | **88.6% of reviews** | 84.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ascendo Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/320494153) | [Bravolol Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/449112802) |

## What reviewers say

### German Translator Dictionary +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/german-translator-dictionary-plus/id346636474)

Translate text, voice, and photos between German and English offline. Features a comprehensive dictionary, verb conjugator, phrasebook, and vocabulary quizzes to aid language learning and travel.

**Highlights:** Offline Translator (AI & Human Intelligence), Photo Translator, Voice Translator, Text Translator, German English Dictionary (648k+ entries), Verb Conjugator (German & English), Phrasebook, Vocabulary Quizzes & Flashcards

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| German Translator Premium 1-month | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Extended Phrase Book | $2.99 | one-time |
| Extended Verb Conjugator | $2.99 | one-time |
| Extended Dictionary | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for learning German
- 🚀 Quick and efficient translations
- 👍 Useful for travel and conversations
- 👍 Comprehensive dictionary with good coverage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or technical issues
- 💰 Some features locked behind paywall
- 🔍 Limited vocabulary compared to physical dictionaries
- 🔍 Missing some common words and phrases

**Reported bugs**

- Audio playback not working for some users
- Screen layout issues on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More example sentences and usage guidance
- Offline mode for all features
- Improved verb conjugation and grammar tools
- Ability to save custom word lists and phrases


### Dictionary & Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionary-and-translator/id475211454)

Access trusted definitions, thesaurus, and pronunciations for numerous languages. Translate text and images offline or online, and enhance your learning with vocabulary challenges and grammar checking.

**Highlights:** Offline dictionary and thesaurus, Cross-cultural text and image translation, Vocabulary challenges and grammar checking, Pronunciation guides (British & American English), Personalized notes and bookmark organization, Dark mode and customization options

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Upgrade to Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Premium | $7.99 | per 6 months |
| Upgrade to Premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlock all Features | $9.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful and useful
- 🎉 Awesome
- 💯 Excellent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited word coverage
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔄 Frequent update prompts

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect translations for some words
- Pronunciation issues for certain languages
- Bookmark/history features not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add more example sentences
- Include gender/article information for words
- Improve offline functionality
- Add more specialized vocabulary
- Provide a clear history/bookmark management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is German Translator Dictionary + free?

German Translator Dictionary + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dictionary & Translator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, German Translator Dictionary + or Dictionary & Translator?

German Translator Dictionary + is rated higher. German Translator Dictionary + averages 4.8 out of 5 from 255 ratings, while Dictionary & Translator averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do German Translator Dictionary + or Dictionary & Translator have ads?

Both German Translator Dictionary + and Dictionary & Translator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, German Translator Dictionary + or Dictionary & Translator?

German Translator Dictionary + ships an update every 3 months, and Dictionary & Translator every 11 days. Most recently, German Translator Dictionary + was updated on September 24, 2026 and Dictionary & Translator on September 25, 2026.

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