# Translator » vs Translator Keyboard

The clearest difference is ads: Translator Keyboard at none against Translator »'s shown. Translator Keyboard also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and chart position (#136 vs unranked). Translator »'s advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Translator » sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Translator Keyboard sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Translator » against 4.7 for Translator Keyboard. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8.8K and 21K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 63% and 63% positive.

Translator » ships an update every 5 months, Translator Keyboard fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Translator » | Translator Keyboard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator/id517579641/reviews) | **[4.7 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-keyboard-language/id1502909594/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8.8K | **21K** |
| Positive reviews | **63.2% of reviews** | 62.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#136** |
| Size | 326 MB | 212 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Air Apps Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1316153435) |

## What reviewers say

### Translator »

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator/id517579641)

Translate text, voice, or camera input into over 100 languages. Features real-time voice recognition, text scanning, and a phrasebook. Save translations and share them easily.

**Highlights:** Translate 100+ languages, Real-time voice recognition, Scan text with camera, Built-in phrasebook, Text-to-speech, Translation history, Favorites and sharing

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for translations
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for travel and communication
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 👍 Retains translation history

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate translations
- 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🐛 Doesn't recognize input language
- 🔋 Slow voice playback

**Reported bugs**

- Translations don't make sense
- Voice functionality doesn't work
- Keeps changing the input text
- Crashes and stops working
- Subscription issues after uninstalling

**Requested features**

- Add more languages, especially common ones
- Improve accuracy of translations
- Allow offline use without subscription
- Provide phonetic translations
- Enhance voice playback speed and quality


### Translator Keyboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-keyboard-language/id1502909594)

**Currently charting:** #136 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Type and translate text instantly in over 60 languages directly from your keyboard. Seamlessly communicate in any app without switching or copying. Enhance conversations with emojis.

**Highlights:** Instant translation as you type, Supports over 60 languages, Seamless in-app integration, No copy-paste or app switching, Built-in Emoji Keyboard, One-tap language selection

**Features:** Apple Wallet, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Welcome - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Starter - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Air Apps One - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast translation
- 👍 Convenient keyboard translator
- 💡 Supports many languages
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires subscription after limited free use
- 🐛 Inconsistent translations
- 🐛 Keyboard issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard freezes after limited use
- Translations not accurate
- Subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to translate received messages
- Option to purchase individual languages
- Customizable keyboard layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Translator » free?

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

### Is Translator Keyboard free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Translator » or Translator Keyboard?

Translator Keyboard is rated higher. Translator » averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8.8K ratings, while Translator Keyboard averages 4.7 from 21K ratings.

### Do Translator » or Translator Keyboard have ads?

Translator » shows ads; Translator Keyboard does not.

### Which is updated more often, Translator » or Translator Keyboard?

Translator » ships an update every 5 months, and Translator Keyboard fortnightly. Most recently, Translator » was updated on September 24, 2026 and Translator Keyboard on September 24, 2026.

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