Inline Translator vs Polyglot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Inline Translator
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Inline Translator brings private translation to the apps you already use. Select text in Safari, Mail, Notes, or another app, tap the system Translate action, and get the result without leaving your workflow. What you can do - Translate selected text from the system Translate menu - Run translations entirely on device, without an account, API key, or network - Define unfamiliar words and ask questions about selected text - Replace selected text with its translation where supported - Choose Private Cloud Compute or a compatible provider only when you want a network engine Why users love it - Private by default: on-device requests never leave your iPhone or iPad - Systemwide convenience: works wherever the Translate action is available - Native design with Dynamic Type, Dark Mode, and VoiceOver-friendly controls How it works 1) Select text in Safari, Mail, Notes, or another app. 2) Tap Translate in the selection menu. 3) Choose Translator, then translate, define, or ask. Notes - On-device translation may require language downloads. Define, Ask, and fallback translation require a compatible Apple Intelligence device. - Private Cloud Compute and compatible provider modes require network access and may have separate eligibility or quota limits. Terms of service:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Polyglot
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Polyglot: Break the Language Barrier Instantly Polyglot brings people together through real-time, multilingual conversation. By connecting two iOS devices, Polyglot enables natural, flowing dialogue between speakers of different languages—each person speaks in their native tongue while hearing the other in theirs. Effortless, Account-Free Connection Using advanced peer-to-peer networking, Polyglot seamlessly pairs nearby devices without the need for accounts, logins, or complex setups. Simply open the app on both devices and connect instantly. Natural Conversation Flow Speak naturally and watch as your words are transcribed, translated, and spoken aloud on your partner’s device. The experience is designed to be intuitive and uninterrupted, allowing genuine human connection to flourish. *Transcription is corrected after end of speech, before being sent. Control Select your languages: Use the simple selectors to set your native tongue and your partner's. Discover & Connect: Tap 'Start Discovery' and pair with your partner’s device tile. Speak Freely: Tap and hold the mic to speak. Your translation is delivered instantly to your partner. Note: For the best experience and most immersive audio, the use of earphones with a microphone is highly recommended. Polyglot transforms the complexity of multilingual communication into an elegant, effortless experience. Whether you're navigating foreign cities, conducting international business, or simply connecting with someone across linguistic divides, Polyglot makes every conversation possible. Subscription In order to access any functionality of the app, a subscription is needed. Unlimited Live Translation, with 3-day free trial. Supported Languages Catalan, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian Bokmål, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Visit https://elvure.app Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Inline Translator at every 4 weeks against Polyglot's every 3 months. Polyglot's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Inline Translator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Polyglot sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Inline Translator ships an update every 4 weeks, Polyglot every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Inline Translator | Polyglot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yaroslav Yashin | Alexandru Manescu |
In-app purchases
Inline Translator
- Plus Monthly$5.991 Month
- Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
- Plus Yearly$49.991 Year
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- Pro Yearly$99.991 Year
- 20 Extra Requests$0.99
- BYOK Unlock$9.99
Polyglot
- Polyglot Basic3 Days trial$1.991 Month









