# Reverso Context Translator vs DeepL Translate

The clearest difference is ads: DeepL Translate at none against Reverso Context Translator's shown. DeepL Translate also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (13K vs 3.6K). Reverso Context Translator's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 53%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reverso Context Translator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and DeepL Translate sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $10.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Reverso Context Translator against 4.8 for DeepL Translate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.6K and 13K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Reverso Context Translator's written reviews are positive against 53% of DeepL Translate's.

Reverso Context Translator ships an update every 3 weeks, DeepL Translate weekly. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reverso Context Translator | DeepL Translate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reverso-context-translator/id919979642/reviews) | **[4.8 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepl-translate/id1552407475/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3.6K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | **77.1% of reviews** | 53.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #105 | **#77** |
| Size | 243 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Theo Hoffenberg](https://appshunter.io/developer/378295560) | [DeepL SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/338225338) |

## What reviewers say

### Reverso Context Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reverso-context-translator/id919979642)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Grossing · Reference, #202 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

Translate and learn millions of words and expressions with context from real-life examples. This tool helps users master foreign languages by providing instant translations, pronunciation, and personalized vocabulary lists. It's designed for learners of all levels to improve reading, writing, and speaking skills.

**Highlights:** Instant text translation, Contextual examples from real texts, Flashcards and quizzes, Vocabulary lists, Pronunciation of example sentences, Conjugation assistance, Offline access to lists and history

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium version 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Version | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium version | $39.99 | per year |


### DeepL Translate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepl-translate/id1552407475)

**Currently charting:** #77 Top Free · Reference, #149 Top Grossing · Reference (US App Store)

Instantly translate text from your camera, photos, speech, or files. Explore alternative translations, save favorites, and hear translations read aloud. Offers advanced features like glossary and tone selection with a paid plan.

**Highlights:** Real-time camera translation, Photo translation, Speech dictation and text-to-speech, File translation, Alternative translations, Saved favorites and history, Glossary and tone selection (paid)

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $10.49 | per month |
| Monthly | $13.00 | per month |
| Monthly | $23.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $38.00 | per month |
| Annual | $104.99 | per year |
| Annual | $131.99 | per year |
| Annual | $209.99 | per year |
| Annual | $384.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate translations
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful translation history
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Helpful for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy after updates
- 👎 Cluttered interface
- 👎 Inconsistent translations
- 👎 Limited language support
- 👎 Subscription required for some features

**Reported bugs**

- Camera translation not working
- Disappearing buttons and features
- Frequent app crashes
- Connectivity issues
- Autocorrect interfering with foreign language input

**Requested features**

- Add more languages, especially less common ones
- Improve translation quality for certain languages
- Allow offline translation
- Implement a way to report poor translations
- Add text-to-speech with adjustable speed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reverso Context Translator free?

Reverso Context Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DeepL Translate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Reverso Context Translator or DeepL Translate?

DeepL Translate is rated higher. Reverso Context Translator averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while DeepL Translate averages 4.8 from 13K ratings.

### Do Reverso Context Translator or DeepL Translate have ads?

Reverso Context Translator shows ads; DeepL Translate does not.

### Which is updated more often, Reverso Context Translator or DeepL Translate?

Reverso Context Translator ships an update every 3 weeks, and DeepL Translate weekly. Most recently, Reverso Context Translator was updated on October 21, 2026 and DeepL Translate on October 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Reverso Context Translator or DeepL Translate?

Reverso Context Translator currently peaks at #105 in the App Store charts, and DeepL Translate at #77. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*