Comparison

Hermes Translate vs Oye Convo Translate

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

Head to head
About

Hermes Translate

Facilitate natural, real-time conversations between two people speaking different languages. This app translates spoken words instantly and privately on your device, requiring no internet connection or subscription. It supports 12 languages and offers multiple conversation modes for various scenarios.

Highlights
  • Real-time two-way translation
  • On-device processing, no internet needed
  • Completely private, no account required
  • Peer-to-peer connection via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi
  • Supports 12 languages
  • Multiple conversation modes
  • Conversation history saved
Features
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Hermes lets two people have a real conversation across language barriers — spoken, translated, and heard in seconds. Speak naturally. Hermes listens, translates, and speaks back in the other person's language — all on-device, with no cloud, no subscription, and no internet required. REAL-TIME TWO-WAY TRANSLATION Hand your phone to someone who speaks a different language, or connect wirelessly with a nearby device. Hermes handles the translation in both directions simultaneously. COMPLETELY PRIVATE All speech recognition and translation happens on your iPhone using Apple's built-in frameworks. Nothing leaves your device. No account needed. PEER-TO-PEER CONVERSATIONS Connect directly with another iOS device over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Two people, two languages, one seamless conversation — no server in the middle. 12 LANGUAGES SUPPORTED English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Russian, and Hindi. THREE CONVERSATION MODES • Peer-to-Peer: Two devices, each person hears translation in their own language • Local Bidirectional: One device, pass it back and forth • Local Translator: Use it solo to translate what you hear FLEXIBLE INPUT • Push to Talk: Tap and hold to speak, release to translate • Continuous Mode: Speaks automatically when you pause CONVERSATION HISTORY Every translated exchange is saved so you can review, share, or revisit past conversations. BUILT FOR TRAVEL, DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE Whether you're traveling abroad, helping a visitor, working with international colleagues, or simply meeting someone new — Hermes removes the language barrier so you can focus on the conversation. Requires iOS 18.0 or later. Translation model download required on first use (Wi-Fi recommended). Peer-to-peer requires two iOS 18+ devices.

About

Oye Convo Translate

This app provides real-time voice and text translation for conversations in over 60 languages. It offers modes for one-on-one chats with split-screen views and for listening to lectures or announcements, translating everything into your chosen language.

Highlights
  • Live text and spoken translations
  • Over 60 supported languages
  • Automatic spoken-language detection
  • Split-screen chat layout
  • Face-to-face screen flip
  • Adjustable text size
Features
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oye translates real conversations smoothly, quickly, and accurately. Read the translation as it appears or hear it spoken in real time. More than 60 languages are supported. CONVO — TWO PEOPLE, TWO LANGUAGES Use Convo when two people speak different languages. Choose both languages and speak naturally. Follow the exchange in a familiar chat view, or split the screen so each person has a dedicated side. Flip the upper screen so the person across from you can read comfortably. LISTEN — EVERYTHING INTO YOUR LANGUAGE Use Listen for meetings, classes, tours, announcements, or any time you want everything translated into one language. Choose only your language—oye automatically detects the language being spoken. READ IT OR HEAR IT Read translations live or let oye speak them aloud. Choose a male or female voice for each language. FAST TO START, EASY TO KEEP TALKING • Live text and spoken translations • More than 60 supported languages • Automatic spoken-language detection in Listen • Chat and split-screen layouts in Convo • Face-to-face screen flip • Adjustable text size Start with a one-time 15-minute trial, including text, audio and transcripts. Then buy 1–10 hours once, with no expiry, or choose a monthly plan: ChitChat includes 2 hours, YapYap 5 hours, and Convo 10 hours. Time is measured by the second. Monthly hours reset at renewal and do not roll over. Subscriptions renew automatically; manage or cancel them in your Apple account's Subscriptions settings. Local prices appear before purchase. Saved conversations remain accessible without a plan. Existing purchases keep their original allowances and billing terms. A network connection is required. Translation can be incomplete or inaccurate; do not rely on oye for emergencies or safety-critical decisions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Hermes Translate4 screens
Oye Convo Translate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hermes Translate at none against Oye Convo Translate's 10. Hermes Translate also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). Oye Convo Translate's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Oye Convo Translate sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Hermes Translate asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Hermes Translate against 5.0 for Oye Convo Translate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hermes Translate ships an update fortnightly, Oye Convo Translate every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Hermes Translate versus Oye Convo Translate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHermes TranslateOye Convo Translate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReid ChathamFingersCrossed S.L.

Customer experience

Hermes Translate

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Oye Convo Translate

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Hermes Translate

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Oye Convo Translate

Subscriptions2
  • ChitChat$5.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
One-time8
  • YapYap$2.99
  • 4 translation hours$13.49
  • 5 translation hours$15.99
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  • 6 translation hours$18.49
  • 7 translation hours$20.99
  • 8 translation hours$23.49
  • 9 translation hours$25.99
  • 10 translation hours$28.49

Questions

Is Hermes Translate free?
Hermes Translate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Oye Convo Translate free?
Oye Convo Translate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hermes Translate or Oye Convo Translate?
Hermes Translate and Oye Convo Translate are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Hermes Translate or Oye Convo Translate have ads?
Oye Convo Translate shows ads; Hermes Translate does not.
Which is updated more often, Hermes Translate or Oye Convo Translate?
Hermes Translate ships an update fortnightly, and Oye Convo Translate every 2 days. Most recently, Hermes Translate was updated on October 31, 2026 and Oye Convo Translate on November 10, 2026.

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