ASL Translator vs TWA Dictionary
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ASL Translator
This app translates English text into American Sign Language (ASL) videos, offering real-time sign generation for over 30,000 words and 1,400 idioms. It also provides a library of 110 common ASL phrases with video demonstrations, all without requiring an internet connection.
- Text-to-sign video generation
- Over 30,000 words translated
- 1,400+ idioms and phrases
- Seamless sign connectivity
- 110 common ASL phrases
- Offline functionality
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There are two parts to this app. 1. TEXT-TO-SIGN GENERATOR (SIGNED ENGLISH) 2. ASL PHRASES (ASL) **One time fee, no ad's and nothing else to pay for. **No internet connection required. PLEASE READ BEFORE BUYING: The TEXT-TO-SIGN portion of this app translates English text into ASL signs and generates sentences in “English word order”. However it is not “Signed Exact English” we improve the translation with our Smart Translation Algorithm. PART ONE Over 30,000 words translated into Seamless Sign Language Video in real time! Patented technology seamlessly connects each signed word to display a smooth video stream, the only software with this unique feature. Translate entire books, emails, documents or text from the internet. Use voice recognition from your keyboard microphone, type a sentence, or cut and paste text into the text box and see the video translation in real time. TEXT-TO-SIGN FEATURES • Seamless connectivity between signs • Over 30,000 words recognized • Over 1,400 Idioms and Phrases • Translate up to 50 words at a time • Cut and paste large amount of text • Translate entire numerical system • Time, Money, Dates • General numbers • Names i.e. Mr. Brown • Model mouths each word for lip readers • Finger spells any word not in our database • Pause, Fast Forward, Rewind, and Replay Video • ASL Signs in English word order, plus our Smart Translation Algorithm. ***Guaranteed to work perfectly. If you have any issue please email us for help at appsavers@gmail.com Thank You*** PART TWO 110 ASL Phrases Learn how to sign ASL idioms and phrases. Jessica Tanner (deaf actress) and Dwight D. Godwin, NIC (certified ASL interpreter), translate over 100 idioms and phrases such as “Do you need a doctor” and “train go sorry” into ASL. (No internet required) ASL Translation There are many different forms of American Sign Language. For example, there are over 100 different ways to sign “Birthday” and “Picnic” ASL signs vary in different parts of the country and even in different small social groups. We tried to take this into account and provide signs that are most commonly used. **NOTE: This app is not meant to replace a live interpreter. **AUDIO: If you are a hearing person, there is no sound with this application. **Comments – Questions –Support, Please contact us at appsavers@gmail.com THANK YOU
TWA Dictionary
Master American Sign Language with a comprehensive dictionary featuring over 25,000 signs, variations, and cultural insights. Created by a Deaf team, it offers thematic organization, user-driven content requests, and regular updates for an enhanced learning experience.
- Over 25,000 ASL signs
- Sign variations and cultural insights
- Thematic organization
- User-requested content
- Continuous updates
- Educational blog on Deaf Culture
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Looking for a great ASL resource? Our ASL Dictionary, created by a 100% Deaf team, includes over 25,000 signs along with sign variations, Deaf signers from diverse backgrounds, and an array of features to enhance your learning experience! What’s the Sign? ASL Dictionary is your ultimate resource for mastering American Sign Language, designed and brought to you by the Deaf community. Key Features: Extensive Library: Access a comprehensive collection of over 25,000 signs, including regional variations and cultural insights. Thematic Organization: Easily navigate through themed categories tailored to your interests. Tagged for Every Occasion: Quickly find the signs you need, whether for a job interview or a specific topic. Continuous Updates: Regular updates ensure fresh and relevant content. Educational Blog: Explore Deaf Culture with insightful posts on community topics. User-Driven Content: Can’t find a sign? Request new signs or sentence examples, and help expand the dictionary. Easy Navigation: An intuitive interface makes your learning journey smooth and enjoyable. Subscription Details: What’s the Sign? ASL Dictionary offers flexible subscription plans, including monthly and annual options. Start your learning journey with a three-day free trial. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled, and you can manage them through your account settings. Discover the richness of American Sign Language with What’s the Sign? ASL Dictionary – where learning becomes a personalized, ongoing experience. Privacy Policy: https://twadictionary.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://twadictionary.com/terms/ Also available in the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: TWA Dictionary at Free against ASL Translator's $4.99. TWA Dictionary also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and rating (4.3 vs 4.1). ASL Translator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and chart position (#45 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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
TWA Dictionary is free to download; ASL Translator costs $4.99 up front. TWA Dictionary sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ASL Translator asks for nothing beyond the download.
TWA Dictionary holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 87 and 33 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of ASL Translator's written reviews are positive against 77% of TWA Dictionary's.
ASL Translator ships an update every 5 months, TWA Dictionary every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ASL Translator | TWA Dictionary |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.1 (87 ratings) | 4.3 (33 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 69.0% of reviews | 76.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 87 — better | 33 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | #45 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 321 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Software Studios LLC | TWA Innovations LLC |
Customer experience
ASL Translator
TWA Dictionary
Bugs and requests
ASL Translator
Reported bugs
5 issues- App suddenly stopped working
- App is always freezing
- Text to sign part not working
- Videos are choppy
- App won't open, needs update
Requested features
10 requests- Ability to watch in slow motion
- Favorites section for personalized sentences
- Memory game for learning
- Larger print for text box
- ASL word order option
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- Slower signing speed or speed control
- More common phrases
- Integrate common phrases with translator
- Update with true ASL
- More ASL dictionaries and idioms
TWA Dictionary
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ASL Translator
No in-app purchases
TWA Dictionary
- Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Pro Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Gift Code Month$4.99
- Gift Code 6 Months$29.99
- Gift Code 1 Year$49.99
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