Comparison

Inline Translator vs Oysterun

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

Head to head
About

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/

About

Oysterun

Features
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Oysterun lets you run powerful AI agents on your own computer while controlling everything from your phone. Unlike cloud-only AI products, Oysterun gives you ownership of your agents, data, and workflows. Connect your Mac, start AI sessions remotely, receive notifications, review tool actions, and stay productive wherever you are. Whether you're building software, researching information, automating tasks, or helping family members use AI, Oysterun makes advanced AI accessible from anywhere. Features: β€’ Connect to your own Mac β€’ Run AI agents remotely β€’ Real-time notifications β€’ Approve or reject tool actions β€’ Monitor agent progress β€’ View conversations and outputs β€’ Secure device pairing β€’ Bring your own AI provider Built for makers, professionals, and families who want AI that works for themβ€”not the other way around.

Screenshots

Inline Translator4 screens
Oysterun4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Oysterun at none against Inline Translator's 6. Oysterun also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Inline Translator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Oysterun asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Inline Translator ships an update every 3 weeks, Oysterun every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Inline Translator versus Oysterun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInline TranslatorOysterun
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS18.415.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYaroslav YashinHsuanChung Wang

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Inline Translator

Subscriptions4
  • Plus Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Plus Yearly$49.991 Year
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  • Pro Yearly$99.991 Year
One-time2
  • 20 Extra Requests$0.99
  • BYOK Unlock$9.99
None

Oysterun

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Inline Translator free?
Inline Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Oysterun free?
Oysterun is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Inline Translator or Oysterun have ads?
Neither Inline Translator nor Oysterun shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Inline Translator or Oysterun?
Inline Translator ships an update every 3 weeks, and Oysterun every 9 days. Most recently, Inline Translator was updated on October 16, 2026 and Oysterun on October 14, 2026.

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