# WordReference Dictionary vs DeepL Translate

The clearest difference is rating: DeepL Translate at 4.8 against WordReference Dictionary's 3.8. DeepL Translate also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (13K vs 32). WordReference Dictionary's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DeepL Translate sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $10.49 per month. WordReference Dictionary asks for nothing beyond the download.

DeepL Translate holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DeepL Translate has 13K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of WordReference Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 53% of DeepL Translate's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

WordReference Dictionary ships an update monthly, DeepL Translate weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WordReference Dictionary | DeepL Translate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordreference-dictionary/id515127233/reviews) | **[4.8 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepl-translate/id1552407475/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | **60.1% of reviews** | 53.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#77** |
| Size | 7 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WordReference.com, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/296878902) | [DeepL SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/338225338) |

## What reviewers say

### WordReference Dictionary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordreference-dictionary/id515127233)

Access a comprehensive suite of dictionaries and translation tools for multiple languages. Explore conjugations, synonyms, and a vast forum with millions of answered questions. This app provides quick access to extensive language resources.

**Highlights:** Extensive multilingual dictionaries, Verb conjugators, Synonym finder, Language forums, English definitions, Spanish definitions

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent translation tool
- 👍 Comprehensive dictionary with examples
- 👍 Helpful for learning languages
- 👍 Reliable and accurate translations
- 👍 Great resource for professional interpreters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable performance
- 🐛 Slow and unresponsive at times
- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience across updates
- 🔋 Requires internet connection, no offline mode

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on various devices
- Inconsistent performance on cellular vs. Wi-Fi connections
- Search functionality not working as expected
- Inability to delete or manage favorite dictionaries

**Requested features**

- Add support for more languages (e.g. Hebrew, Persian, Latin)
- Implement offline dictionary functionality
- Improve search and navigation, including ability to search for phrases
- Add user account and sync features to save favorites and history
- Enhance verb conjugation and grammar tools


### DeepL Translate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepl-translate/id1552407475)

**Currently charting:** #77 Top Free · Reference, #142 Top Grossing · Reference (US App Store)

Instantly translate text from your camera, photos, speech, or files. Explore alternative translations, save favorites, and hear translations read aloud. Offers advanced features like glossary and tone selection with a paid plan.

**Highlights:** Real-time camera translation, Photo translation, Speech dictation and text-to-speech, File translation, Alternative translations, Saved favorites and history, Glossary and tone selection (paid)

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $10.49 | per month |
| Monthly | $13.00 | per month |
| Monthly | $23.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $38.00 | per month |
| Annual | $104.99 | per year |
| Annual | $131.99 | per year |
| Annual | $209.99 | per year |
| Annual | $384.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate translations
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful translation history
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Helpful for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy after updates
- 👎 Cluttered interface
- 👎 Inconsistent translations
- 👎 Limited language support
- 👎 Subscription required for some features

**Reported bugs**

- Camera translation not working
- Disappearing buttons and features
- Frequent app crashes
- Connectivity issues
- Autocorrect interfering with foreign language input

**Requested features**

- Add more languages, especially less common ones
- Improve translation quality for certain languages
- Allow offline translation
- Implement a way to report poor translations
- Add text-to-speech with adjustable speed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WordReference Dictionary free?

WordReference Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DeepL Translate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WordReference Dictionary or DeepL Translate?

DeepL Translate is rated higher. WordReference Dictionary averages 3.8 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while DeepL Translate averages 4.8 from 13K ratings.

### Do WordReference Dictionary or DeepL Translate have ads?

WordReference Dictionary shows ads; DeepL Translate does not.

### Which is updated more often, WordReference Dictionary or DeepL Translate?

WordReference Dictionary ships an update monthly, and DeepL Translate weekly. Most recently, WordReference Dictionary was updated on October 12, 2026 and DeepL Translate on October 13, 2026.

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