Comparison

Screen Translator vs iTranscreen

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

Head to head
About

Screen Translator

Instantly translate any on-screen text with a simple double tap. Supports over 60 languages offline and integrates with AI chatbots for enhanced translations. Offers floating overlays on iPhone and full-screen views on iPad.

Highlights
  • On-screen text translation
  • Offline translation
  • 60+ languages supported
  • Automatic language detection
  • AI chatbot integration
  • Floating screen overlay (iPhone)
  • Full-screen view (iPad)
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Translate anything on your screen with a simple double-tap. TapTranslate captures your screen, recognizes text, and overlays the translation right on top of the original — so you can read foreign content without switching apps. HOW IT WORKS 1. Set up a shortcut with AssistiveTouch 2. Double-tap the floating button on any screen 3. See the translated text overlaid on the original image TWO TRANSLATION OPTIONS On-Device — Fast, private, works offline. Ideal for everyday use. AI Chatbot — Powered by Apple Intelligence for natural, context-aware translations when quality matters most. (For supported devices.) TWO DISPLAY MODES Floating Screen (iPhone-only) — A compact overlay that shows translations without opening the app. Quick and seamless. Full Screen — Result shown inside the app with richer controls. More room, more tools. KEY FEATURES • Translate any screen in any app — websites, social media, documents, messages • 60+ languages supported • Automatic language detection • Works completely offline with downloaded language packs • Customizable result appearance (text color, bounding box, font size) • Interactive translation view with zoom and additional controls FREE TRIAL Try TapTranslate free for 3 days. After that, a one-time purchase unlocks lifetime access — no subscriptions, no recurring fees.

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

Screen Translator4 screens
iTranscreen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Screen Translator at none against iTranscreen's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support 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. Screen Translator sells 2 one-off in-app purchases 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Screen Translator versus iTranscreen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen TranslatoriTranscreen
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (39 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings39 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSK95 Engineering ABBESTRONG STUDIOS

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Translator

One-time2
  • 3-day TrialFree
  • Lifetime Access$3.99
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 Screen Translator free?
Screen Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iTranscreen free?
iTranscreen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Screen Translator or iTranscreen have ads?
iTranscreen shows ads; Screen Translator does not.

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