Best English Chinese Translator Scanner Apps

227+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the english chinese translator scanner category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 227+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for English Chinese Translator Scanner

Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber#1

Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber by Aisberg Inc LLC

Camera Scanner & Translator
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.3😐(20K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Instantly digitize and translate printed text from documents, signs, and menus using your camera. Supports over 90 languages for translation and recognizes text in over 70. Edit, listen to, and share your translated content.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast text recognition
  • 👍 Useful translation feature
  • 💡 Helpful for travel and studying
  • 👍 Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate translations
  • 👎 Limited free usage
  • 👎 Confusing UI
Translate Photo & Camera Scan#2

Translate Photo & Camera Scan by Attribute Trading Co LTD

OCR Scanner: Image Translator
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.4😞(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Instantly recognize and translate text from images in over 100 languages using advanced OCR and neural network technology. Perfect for travelers and language learners, it allows you to scan menus, signs, and documents with your phone's camera and get accurate translations.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient translation
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🌍 Helpful for travel and foreign language content

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires location access
  • 💰 Limited free usage, paywall for full functionality
  • 🐛 Inconsistent translation quality
Google Translate#3

Google Translate by Google LLC

Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.3😊(83K ratings)
FreeAds
#1in Reference
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Instantly translate text, voice, and images between hundreds of languages. Features include offline translation, real-time conversation translation, and the ability to save frequently used phrases.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Spoken Cantonese & Jyutping recently added
  • 🚀 Fantastic for translating on the go
  • 👍 Easy to navigate
  • 👍 Useful for learning languages

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate translations for some languages
  • 🐛 Buggy camera/image translation
  • 🐛 Inconsistent translation of formal/informal language

More English Chinese Translator Scanner apps to explore

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Naver Papago - AI Translator
Naver Papago - AI Translator
Naver Papago - AI Translator
A smart AI translator
Free

This AI-powered translation tool supports 14 languages for text, voice, image, and website translations. It offers offline capabilities, conversation mode, and handwriting recognition to assist with language learning and communication during travel or business.

Real-time text translationImage translationVoice translation
🔍 Reference
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
5
ChinesePro: Chinese Translator
ChinesePro: Chinese Translator
ChinesePro: Chinese Translator
Chinese,Text,Photo,Learning
Free

This app offers professional Chinese translation services, including voice, camera, and text translation. It's designed to assist with Chinese travel and language learning by facilitating real-time conversations and translating various forms of text.

Voice translationCamera translationConversation mode
🔍 Reference
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
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Photo Translator - Translate
Photo Translator - Translate
Photo Translator - Translate
Camera & Picture Translation
Free

Instantly translate text from photos in over 100 languages. This app uses advanced OCR and AI to overlay translations directly onto images, offering offline capabilities and auto language detection. An optional premium version removes ads and provides unlimited translations.

Translate text from photosSupports over 100 languagesAdvanced OCR technology
🔧 Utilities
(27K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Air Translate Photo Translator
Air Translate Photo Translator
Air Translate Photo Translator
Text Scan - Easy Translation
Free

Instantly translate text from images using your device's camera. This app recognizes objects, locations, and text in over 50 languages, making it ideal for travel, business, and learning. Translate signs, documents, and more with powerful AI.

Scan and translate text from imagesObject and location recognitionSupports over 50 languages
📊 Productivity
(4.4K)
subscription
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Translate Free - Language Translator & Dictionary
Translate Free - Language Translator & Dictionary
Translate Free - Language Translator & Dictionary
by myLanguage
Free

This app provides free language translation and dictionary services for 59 languages. It features translation history, the ability to request new languages, and user feedback for improved accuracy. Translations can be sent via email and viewed in a zoomable format for easy communication.

59 Supported LanguagesTranslation History (Offline Access)Language Request Feature
✈️ Travel
(13K)
free
9
Yandex Translate
Yandex Translate
Yandex Translate
Translator & dictionary
Free

Translate text between over 100 languages, both online and offline. Features include photo translation, voice input, a built-in dictionary with usage examples, and website translation. Save your favorite translations and access your history easily.

Offline translation for 10+ languagesTranslate text from photosVoice input and output
🔍 Reference
(7.3K)
free
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Translator*
Translator*
Translator*
Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Free

This AI-powered app offers seamless text, image, and voice translation across over 100 languages. Translate as you type, identify objects in photos, or speak naturally for instant audio and text translations. It's designed for effortless communication in any situation.

AI-powered keyboard translationObject and text recognition from imagesReal-time voice translation with AI
📊 Productivity
(2.8K)
subscription
11
iTranslate Translator
iTranslate Translator
iTranslate Translator
Translate Photo, Voice, Text
Free

Break language barriers with this comprehensive translation app. Translate text, voice, websites, and even objects using your camera. Offers offline mode and a custom phrasebook for personalized learning and travel.

Text translation in over 100 languagesVoice-to-voice conversationsCamera translation (Lens & AR Mode)
📊 Productivity
(524K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Translator - Translate Box
Translator - Translate Box
Translator - Translate Box
Translate Voice, Photo & Text
Free

Instantly translate text, voice, and photos using multiple leading translation engines. Enjoy an ad-free experience and unlimited translation length with a premium subscription.

Translate photosTranslate voiceTranslate text
🔍 Reference
(8.3K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Translator+ Free my voice now
Translator+ Free my voice now
Translator+ Free my voice now
Translation Guru & Keyboard
Free

Break down language barriers with this intuitive translation tool. Communicate effortlessly with people speaking different languages, making it an ideal companion for travel and global interaction. Supports a wide range of languages for both voice and text translation.

Real-time voice translationText translationConversation mode
🔍 Reference
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
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Easy Life - Everything at once
Easy Life - Everything at once
Easy Life - Everything at once
A new app that does it all.
Free

This app offers instant text translation from images using your camera and advanced AI. It also includes features for document scanning, signing, horoscope readings, and meditational sounds. Enjoy object recognition, face filters, and more.

Instant camera translationObject and face recognitionDocument scanning and signing
📷 Photo & Video
(10K)
free with in-app purchases
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Translator : Translate Voice
Translator : Translate Voice
Translator : Translate Voice
Photo, Text, Speech Translator
Free

Break down language barriers with this powerful translation tool. Instantly translate text, voice, and even photos across over 90 languages. Perfect for travelers and anyone needing quick, accurate translations.

Translate voice, text, and photosSupports 90+ languagesInstant translations
🔍 Reference
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases
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Translate Go: AI Translator
Translate Go: AI Translator
Translate Go: AI Translator
Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Free

Instantly translate text, voice, and images across over 100 languages with AI-powered accuracy. Features real-time conversations, camera translation, and offline mode for seamless communication anywhere.

Instant voice translator for conversationsSmart camera and photo translationKeyboard translator for any app
🔍 Reference
(2.3K)
freemium
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Scanner App - Scan PDF & Docs
Scanner App - Scan PDF & Docs
Scanner App - Scan PDF & Docs
Convert Photo to PDF Scanner
Free

Transform your mobile device into a portable scanner. Easily digitize documents, receipts, and IDs, converting them to PDF or other formats. Features smart cropping, auto-enhancement, and real-time scanning for professional-quality results.

Portable scanner appOCR text recognitionConvert photo to PDF
💼 Business
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Translator GO: AI Translate
Translator GO: AI Translate
Translator GO: AI Translate
Photo, Voice, Text Translation
Free

Break down language barriers with AI-powered real-time translation for text, voice, and photos. Supports over 110 languages, with offline mode for travel and a phrasebook for essential communication.

AI-powered translationsReal-time voice translationCamera translation for photos
📊 Productivity
(20K)
free with in-app purchases
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InstantTranslator:AI Translate
InstantTranslator:AI Translate
InstantTranslator:AI Translate
Text, Voice & Photo Translate
Free

This AI-powered app breaks language barriers with instant text, voice, and image translation. It offers real-time subtitle translation for videos and supports over 20 languages for seamless communication.

Text translationVoice and speech translationCamera and photo translation
🔍 Reference
(3.2K)
free with in-app purchases
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KTdict Chinese Dictionary
KTdict Chinese Dictionary
KTdict Chinese Dictionary
OCR, Flashcards, Trainer
Free

This comprehensive Chinese dictionary app offers effortless learning with extensive search capabilities, an interactive reader, and OCR technology. It includes dynamic flashcards and a Leitner system trainer to enhance vocabulary and retention. Enjoy seamless integration across Apple devices with a single in-app purchase for full access.

Comprehensive dictionary with 300,000+ entriesSearch in English, German, French, Chinese characters, or PinyiniOS handwriting and voice input
🔍 Reference
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases