# Translator vs Text Translate Chat Translator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Translator at 29% against Text Translate Chat Translator's 0%. Translator also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (667 vs 41). Text Translate Chat Translator's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Translator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Text Translate Chat Translator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Translator holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Translator has 667 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Translator's written reviews are positive against 0% of Text Translate Chat Translator's.

Translator ships an update every 11 days, Text Translate Chat Translator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Translator | Text Translate Chat Translator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (667 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-onetrans/id6469776721/reviews)** | [4.0 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-translate-chat-translator/id6746718084/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **667** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | **28.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | #125 | **#65** |
| Size | 171 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TIMCHI PTE.LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1707492380) | [Mazahr Kaleem](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489826395) |

## What reviewers say

### Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-onetrans/id6469776721)

**Currently charting:** #125 Top Free · Productivity, #150 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

Translate text, voice, photos, and real-time conversations across multiple languages. This tool aids in communication, travel, and learning by breaking down language barriers with instant recognition and conversion.

**Highlights:** Text translation, Voice translation, Photo translation, Real-time translation, Integrated keyboard for instant translation, Ad-free premium experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| weekly-3 day trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


### Text Translate Chat Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-translate-chat-translator/id6746718084)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Instantly translate spoken words and written text between numerous languages. Features include a voice translator, text translator, dictionary, preloaded phrases, and conversation translation. It also saves your translation history for easy access.

**Highlights:** Voice translation, Text translation, Built-in dictionary, Preloaded phrases, Conversation translation, Translation history

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pro Plan | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Translator free?

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

### Is Text Translate Chat Translator free?

Text Translate Chat Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Translator or Text Translate Chat Translator?

Translator is rated higher. Translator averages 4.4 out of 5 from 667 ratings, while Text Translate Chat Translator averages 4.0 from 41 ratings.

### Do Translator or Text Translate Chat Translator have ads?

Both Translator and Text Translate Chat Translator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Translator or Text Translate Chat Translator?

Translator ships an update every 11 days, and Text Translate Chat Translator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Translator was updated on November 7, 2026 and Text Translate Chat Translator on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Translator or Text Translate Chat Translator?

Translator currently peaks at #125 in the App Store charts, and Text Translate Chat Translator at #65. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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