Comparison

BugLens vs Keyboard Translator

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

Head to head
About

BugLens

Features
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Instantly identify any bug, spider, or insect with your camera! BugLens uses advanced AI to recognize species in seconds. IDENTIFY BUGS INSTANTLY Point your camera at any insect and get an accurate identification with species name, danger level, and fascinating facts. KNOW IF IT'S DANGEROUS Get instant danger assessments so you know which bugs to avoid and which are harmless. Protect your family with real-time safety info. BUILD YOUR BUG COLLECTION Track every discovery in your personal collection. Unlock achievements, earn ranks from Bug Spotter to Bug Legend, and compete with nature explorers worldwide. FEATURES: - AI-powered instant bug identification - 600+ species in our database - Danger level assessment for every bug - Personal bug collection with photos - Achievement system with 14 unique badges - 8 ranking levels to unlock - Detailed species information and habitat data - Works offline for your collection BugLens Pro unlocks unlimited scans, full species guides, and an ad-free experience. Download now and start exploring the incredible world of insects! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://buglensapp.com/privacy

About

Keyboard Translator

This custom keyboard translates text as you type, directly within any app. It offers AI-powered reply drafting and photo translation, all while working completely offline and prioritizing user privacy. Ideal for seamless cross-language communication and travel.

Highlights
  • Real-time text translation as you type
  • AI-powered reply drafting
  • Translate text from photos
  • Fully offline functionality
  • Works within any app
  • Privacy-focused on-device processing
Features
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KeyPad is a custom iOS keyboard that translates your text as you type - in Messages, Mail, Safari, WhatsApp, Notes, or anywhere else you can type. No copy-paste. No switching apps. No internet connection required. Powered by Apple’s on-device Translation framework, KeyPad runs every translation locally on your iPhone. Your words never touch a server. HOW IT WORKS Type naturally in your language See the live translation above the keys as you type Tap the orange Translate key to replace your text with the translation Send your message - that’s it AI REPLY Copy any message, then tap the sparkles key KeyPad drafts a reply on-device in the tone you choose - Smart, Flirty, or Recommended Add a little context and it tailors the reply to the conversation Tap Insert to drop it straight into the chat Runs entirely on-device. Requires iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence. TRANSLATE FROM PHOTOS Share a photo of a sign, menu, or screenshot to KeyPad On-device text recognition reads the words, then translates them. Built for travel - still 100% offline WHY KEYPAD FULLY OFFLINE. Works on airplanes, on the subway, abroad without data. PRIVATE BY DESIGN. Zero network calls from the keyboard. Nothing is logged, nothing is sent. WORKS IN EVERY APP. Not a sandboxed translator you copy-paste out of. The keyboard goes where you go. NATIVE FEEL. Pixel-matched to the iOS system keyboard. Same key sizes, same haptics, same muscle memory. MORE LANGUAGES. Native layouts for QWERTY, QWERTZ, and AZERTY, plus Korean (Hangul), Japanese (Romaji to Hiragana), and Chinese (Pinyin). Long-press any key for accented characters. SMART AUTOCORRECT. A system-style suggestion bar with inline typo correction when you type in English. INSTANT LANGUAGE SWAP. Tap the language pair above the keys to change source or target without leaving your app. LOCAL HISTORY. Your last 100 translations stay on your device. CLIPBOARD HISTORY. Off by default. Reinsert recent copies from the keyboard. Stored only on your device. PERFECT FOR Texting friends or family in a different language Replying to emails from international clients Language learners who want to write, not just read PRIVACY YOU CAN VERIFY Full Access enables Apple’s on-device Translation framework. It also lets the keyboard read your clipboard, only when you tap the AI Reply key or turn on Clipboard History; that text stays on your device. KeyPad never logs your keystrokes, never sends them anywhere, and makes zero network calls from the keyboard itself. Your language preferences and translation history are stored locally - never synced, never uploaded. REQUIREMENTS iOS 18 or later (AI Reply requires iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence) iPhone with A12 Bionic chip or newer Language packs downloaded on first use (one-time, offline afterward) GETTING STARTED 1. Install KeyPad and complete the quick setup 2. Choose your languages and download the pack 3. Enable the keyboard in Settings, General, Keyboards 4. Grant Full Access (required for Apple’s Translation bridge) 5. Switch to KeyPad with the globe key in any app and start typing KeyPad is free to use, with daily limits on translations and AI replies. KeyPad Pro unlocks unlimited translations, unlimited AI replies, photo translation, and additional language packs. KeyPad Pro comes as an auto-renewing subscription or a one-time purchase: Monthly: $2.99/month Annual: $14.99/year, with a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers Lifetime: $24.99 (one-time, non-renewing) Prices in USD; may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation, or when a free trial ends. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in Settings, Apple Account, Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://keypad.rovalapps.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Made by Roval Apps. Questions or feedback? Email romano@rovalapps.com

Screenshots

BugLens4 screens
Keyboard Translator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Keyboard Translator at none against BugLens's shown. BugLens's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BugLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Keyboard Translator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BugLens versus Keyboard Translator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBugLensKeyboard Translator
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPeople ShiftRoval Apps Inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BugLens

Subscriptions2
  • BugLens Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • BugLens Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
3 purchases

Keyboard Translator

Subscriptions2
  • KeyPad Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • KeyPad Pro Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • KeyPad Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is BugLens free?
BugLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Keyboard Translator free?
Keyboard Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BugLens or Keyboard Translator have ads?
BugLens shows ads; Keyboard Translator does not.

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