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Best Foreign Language Translation Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 250+ foreign language translation apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Foreign Language Translation Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Google TranslateGoogle TranslateFree4.3β˜… (84K)NoNoNov 2026
2iTranslate TranslatoriTranslate TranslatorFree4.7β˜… (532K)NoYesNov 2026
3Foreign language translationForeign language translationFreeβ€”YesNoMay 2026
4Translate Now - AI TranslatorTranslate Now - AI TranslatorFree4.7β˜… (380K)NoYesNov 2026
5Omni TranslatorOmni TranslatorFree2.8β˜… (48)YesYesOct 2026
6Speak & Translate - TranslatorSpeak & Translate - TranslatorFree4.5β˜… (259K)NoYesNov 2026
7Translator Guru: Voice & TextTranslator Guru: Voice & TextFree4.6β˜… (54K)YesYesNov 2026
8Language Translate DictionaryLanguage Translate DictionaryFreeβ€”NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Foreign Language Translation

Google Translate#1

Google Translate by Google

Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Editor's Choice
πŸ” Reference
4.3😊(84K ratings)
Free
#2in 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 draw characters. Save phrases for quick access.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Spoken Cantonese & Jyutping recently added
  • πŸš€ Fantastic for translating on the go
  • πŸ‘ Easy to navigate
  • πŸ‘ Useful for learning languages
  • πŸ‘ Offline translation available

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inaccurate translations for some languages
  • πŸ› Buggy camera/image translation
  • πŸ› Inconsistent translation of formal/informal language
  • πŸ› Slow performance, especially offline
  • πŸ› Cluttered interface, poor UX design
iTranslate Translator#2

iTranslate Translator by Mosaic S.r.l.

Translate Photo, Voice, Text
Strong Contender
πŸ“Š Productivity
4.7😐(532K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#34in Productivity
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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.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸš€ Smooth translations
  • πŸ’‘ Helpful for language learning
  • 🌐 Supports many languages

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Expensive subscription
  • πŸ› Inaccurate translations
  • πŸ” Limited free features
  • πŸ”‡ Annoying ads and popups

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FAQ about Foreign Language Translation

What are the best foreign language translation apps for iPhone?
Google Translate tops our foreign language translation apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 84K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 20 of the top foreign language translation apps we rank are free to download, including Google Translate and iTranslate Translator.
Google Translate has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ foreign language translation apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.