# Franca vs SofiLingo

The clearest difference is monetization model: SofiLingo at free with in-app purchases against Franca's subscription. SofiLingo also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.0). Franca's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Franca sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days and SofiLingo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Franca ships an update every 2 days, SofiLingo every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Franca | SofiLingo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofilingo-live-translator/id6803565935/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 16 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [NET GAMI K.K.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775410945) | [JOHN PIERRE SHEEHY](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791737962) |

## What reviewers say

### Franca

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/franca-live-voice-interpreter/id6793770804)

Facilitate seamless conversations across language barriers with real-time voice translation. This app listens and speaks aloud in over 70 languages, offering hands-free operation and optional subtitles. It also includes a camera-based text translator for menus and signs.

**Highlights:** Real-time voice translation, Hands-free operation, Supports 70+ languages, Camera-based text translation, Conversation transcripts, Private by design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $99.99 | per year |


### SofiLingo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofilingo-live-translator/id6803565935)

Translate signs, conversations, and typed text in 58 languages, with or without an internet connection. Ideal for travel, this app offers offline capabilities and prioritizes user privacy by not requiring an account.

**Highlights:** Camera-based text translation, Live conversation translation, Speech translation, Typed text translation, Offline language support, 58 languages supported, Privacy-focused, no account needed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One-time Holiday pass | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Franca free?

Franca is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SofiLingo free?

SofiLingo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Franca or SofiLingo have ads?

SofiLingo shows ads; Franca does not.

### Which is updated more often, Franca or SofiLingo?

Franca ships an update every 2 days, and SofiLingo every 3 days. Most recently, Franca was updated on October 31, 2026 and SofiLingo on November 6, 2026.

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