Comparison

Screen Translator vs Budge Pro

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

Budge Pro

Features
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Budge is the simplest way to track your spending and stay on budget. No complicated setup, no financial jargon, no guilt trips. Just quick logging and clear insights that help you spend smarter. WHY BUDGE? Most budget apps overwhelm you with charts, accounts, and settings. Budge does one thing really well: helping you log expenses fast and see where you stand. Open the app, tap a category, enter an amount. Done in under 3 seconds. KEY FEATURES One-Tap Expense Logging Record any expense in seconds with smart categories. Food, coffee, transport, shopping - just tap and go. No forms to fill, no accounts to link. Budget Progress at a Glance See exactly how much you have left this month. A clear progress bar and encouraging feedback keep you motivated without making you feel bad about spending. 90-Day Spending Trends Visualize your spending patterns over time. Spot trends, see which categories are growing, and get personalized insights to improve your habits. Smart Insights Budge analyzes your spending patterns and gives you practical tips. Notice a category trending up? Budge will let you know with actionable suggestions. Positive Encouragement Unlike other apps that make budgeting feel like a punishment, Budge celebrates your wins. Staying under budget feels great, and Budge reminds you of that. Custom Categories and Limits (Pro) Create your own spending categories and set per-category budget limits for more granular control over your finances. AI Deep Insights (Pro) Get AI-powered analysis of your spending habits with personalized recommendations to save more. Siri Shortcuts (Pro) Log expenses hands-free with Siri. Just say "Hey Siri, log lunch" and it's done. Advanced Widgets (Pro) See your budget status right on your home screen and lock screen without opening the app. Biometric Lock (Pro) Keep your financial data private with Face ID or Touch ID protection. iCloud Sync Your data syncs seamlessly across all your iPhone and iPad devices via iCloud. CSV Export Export your transaction history as a CSV file for your records or to use in other tools. Daily Reminders Set a daily reminder to log your expenses so you never forget. Budge is perfect for anyone who wants a simple, stress-free way to stay on top of their spending. Whether you are saving for a goal, paying off debt, or just want to be more mindful about where your money goes, Budge makes it easy. Download Budge today and start your journey to smarter spending! SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://asunnyboy861.github.io/Budge/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://asunnyboy861.github.io/Budge/privacy.html

Screenshots

Screen Translator4 screens
Budge Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

Screen Translator and Budge Pro are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 Budge Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Screen Translator versus Budge Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen TranslatorBudge Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (48 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings48 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB4 MB
Age rating4++9
DeveloperSK95 Engineering AB贺 周

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Translator

One-time2
  • 3-day TrialFree
  • Lifetime Access$3.99
2 purchases

Budge Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Budge Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Budge Pro Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Screen Translator free?
Screen Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Budge Pro free?
Budge Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Screen Translator or Budge Pro have ads?
Neither Screen Translator nor Budge Pro shows ads.

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