Comparison

ASL Translator vs EchoHands

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Text-to-sign video generation
  • Over 30,000 words translated
  • 1,400+ idioms and phrases
  • Seamless sign connectivity
  • 110 common ASL phrases
  • Offline functionality
Features
Currently charting
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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

About

EchoHands

Learn American Sign Language with engaging lessons, personalized progress tracking, and instruction from expert Deaf instructors. Connect with the Deaf community and break down communication barriers.

Highlights
  • Engaging, intuitive lessons
  • Personalized progress tracking
  • Expert Deaf instructors
  • Connect with the Deaf community
  • Break down communication barriers
Features
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"The hands of the deaf speak, and the tongue of the mute declares it." EchoHands: the echo of your aspirations, the voice amplified through your gestures. In our app, the symphony of sign language unfolds, inviting you to express yourself beyond words, connect with the Deaf community, and unlock a world of inclusivity. 【Why choose EchoHands】 - Unleash your voice: Let your hands paint stories, whisper dreams, and echo with newfound confidence. - Enrich your life: Open doors to new experiences, career opportunities, and personal growth. - Boost your confidence: Discover the power of non-verbal expression and stand tall with refined communication skills. - Break down barriers: Be an advocate for inclusivity and build bridges between the hearing and Deaf communities. - Connect with the Deaf community: Build bridges of understanding, forge meaningful connections, and break down communication barriers. - Beginner or seasoned signer? EchoHands is your guide, tailoring its lessons to every skill level and learning style. 【Features That Enrich Your Learning】 - Engaging, Intuitive Lessons: Our lessons are designed to keep you engaged and motivated. With a mix of videos, quizzes, and interactive exercises, learning ASL becomes a joy, not a chore. - Personalized Progress Tracking: Watch your skills blossom with our personalized progress tracking. Celebrate each milestone in your ASL journey and set new goals with confidence. - Expert Deaf Instructors: Learn from those who know it best. Our team of expert deaf instructors brings authenticity and depth to your learning experience, guiding you in the true essence of ASL. EchoHands isn't just an app - it's a bridge to a richer world of communication and connection. It's where silence speaks, hands talk, and hearts listen. Embark on your ASL journey with us, and your path to a more inclusive world starts here. 【Subscription Information】 EchoHands offers an auto-renewing subscription at $59.99/year and $9.99/month to provide you with unlimited access to the Prime features. Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm the purchase. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of Service: https://s.femometer.com/html_template/2825.html Privacy policy: https://s.femometer.com/html_template/2824.html Feedback email: echohands@lollitech.com

Screenshots

ASL Translator4 screens
EchoHands4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EchoHands at Free against ASL Translator's $4.99. EchoHands also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). ASL Translator's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 2.6) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

EchoHands is free to download; ASL Translator costs $4.99 up front. EchoHands sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. ASL Translator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASL Translator holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASL Translator has 87 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 69% of ASL Translator's written reviews are positive against 75% of EchoHands's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ASL Translator ships an update every 5 months, EchoHands daily. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
ASL Translator versus EchoHands: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASL TranslatorEchoHands
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (87 ratings) — better2.6 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews69.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings87 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#77 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size321 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoftware Studios LLCLollipop Technology

Customer experience

ASL Translator

All ratings87 ratings
Positive77.0%
Neutral2.3%
Negative20.7%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral3.4%
Negative27.6%

EchoHands

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

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

EchoHands

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ASL Translator

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

EchoHands

Subscriptions3
  • EchoHands Monthly Prime7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • EchoHands Yearly Prime7 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • EchoHands Yearly Prime7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is ASL Translator free?
ASL Translator costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EchoHands free?
EchoHands is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ASL Translator or EchoHands?
ASL Translator is rated higher. ASL Translator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while EchoHands averages 2.6 from 9 ratings.
Do ASL Translator or EchoHands have ads?
Neither ASL Translator nor EchoHands shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ASL Translator or EchoHands?
ASL Translator ships an update every 5 months, and EchoHands daily. Most recently, ASL Translator was updated on November 1, 2026 and EchoHands on October 30, 2026.

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