Comparison

Live Caption vs iTranscreen

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

Head to head
About

Live Caption

This app provides real-time audio recognition and translation for system sounds, microphone input, and video files. It supports screen recording for subtitle extraction and offers customizable subtitle display options for various communication needs.

Highlights
  • Real-time audio recognition
  • System and microphone audio translation
  • Screen recording for subtitles
  • Video file subtitle extraction
  • Multiple language support
  • Customizable subtitle display
Features
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Real-time subtitle translation made simple. 【Live Audio Translation】 Recognize system audio and microphone input, and translate instantly into multiple languages. 【On-screen Subtitle Translation】 Select and translate subtitle areas on screen, perfect for apps with existing captions. 【Screenshot Translation】 Double-tap Assistive Touch to capture the screen and instantly translate content. 【Video File Translation】 Upload video files to extract subtitles and translate with one tap. 【Multi-Scenario Use】 Perfect for meetings, online classes, and watching videos with real-time subtitles. 【Customization】 Multi-language support Custom subtitle colors Show original text Adjustable subtitle size Watch videos and get real-time subtitles, use in meetings or classes—your powerful subtitle translation tool. Purchase Instructions: Payment: The amount will be charged to your iTunes account after purchase confirmation; To cancel subscription: Go to Settings > ID > Subscriptions and cancel 24 hours in advance Privacy Policy:http://zimu.yunmiaomiao.cn/index/agreement/index/id/7/title/%E5%AD%97%E5%B9%95%E7%BF%BB%E8%AF%91 User Agreement: https://zimu.yunmiaomiao.cn/index/agreement/index/id/6/title/%E5%AD%97%E5%B9%95%E7%BF%BB%E8%AF%91

About

iTranscreen

Features
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iTranscreen is your all-in-one, smart translation companion designed to make communication effortless across any language. Instantly translate anything visible on your screen, capture text through your camera, or speak naturally for quick and accurate voice translations. Whether you’re chatting with friends, traveling abroad, studying, or browsing the web, iTranscreen helps you understand and connect with the world in real time. With a smooth interface, iTranscreen ensures accuracy, speed, and convenience. You can easily save your favorite phrases for quick access, review your translation history, and manage everything in one simple app. It’s your perfect assistant for work, travel, learning, and daily communication — breaking language barriers with just one tap. Key Features of iTranscreen • Screen Translation – Instantly translate text directly from your screen (requires in-app purchase) • Voice Translation – Speak naturally and get fast, accurate translations in real time • Camera Translation – Point your camera to translate signs, menus, or printed text instantly (requires in-app purchase) • Text Translation – Type or paste any text to translate quickly between multiple languages • Favorites – Save commonly used phrases for easy access anytime • History – View and manage your past translations effortlessly Subscription & In-App Purchases Some features of iTranscreen require a paid subscription or in-app purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID, and subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. iTranscreen — Simple, fast, and reliable. Experience seamless translation and communicate without limits, wherever you are. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/itranscreen/home Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Live Caption4 screens
iTranscreen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Live Caption at none against iTranscreen's shown. Live Caption also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Live Caption sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and iTranscreen sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Live Caption versus iTranscreen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLive CaptioniTranscreen
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (43 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings43 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXIAOYUN.TECHBESTRONG STUDIOS

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Live Caption

Subscriptions2
  • 月续订3 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • 年订阅$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • 时长包$3.99
  • 600分钟翻译包$9.99
3 purchases

iTranscreen

Subscriptions3
  • Ads Free Experience For A Week$0.997 Days
  • Ads Free Experience For Month$1.991 Month
  • Ads Free Experience For a Year$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Live Caption free?
Live Caption is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iTranscreen free?
iTranscreen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Live Caption or iTranscreen have ads?
iTranscreen shows ads; Live Caption does not.

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