Best Language Scanner Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our language scanner list covers 237+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Language Scanner Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Scan & Translate+ Text GrabberScan & Translate+ Text GrabberFree4.3★ (20K)YesYesAug 2026
2iTranslate TranslatoriTranslate TranslatorFree4.7★ (527K)NoYesAug 2026
3OneDocs Scanner TranslatorOneDocs Scanner TranslatorFree4.5★ (106K)YesYesAug 2026
4Google TranslateGoogle TranslateFree4.3★ (83K)NoNoAug 2026
5Photo Translator - TranslatePhoto Translator - TranslateFree4.4★ (27K)YesYesAug 2026
6Translate Photo & Camera ScanTranslate Photo & Camera ScanFree4.4★ (11K)YesYesAug 2026
7Air Translate Photo TranslatorAir Translate Photo TranslatorFree4.4★ (4.4K)YesYesAug 2026
8Camera Translator: Photo ScanCamera Translator: Photo ScanFree4.4★ (23K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Language 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
iTranslate Translator#2

iTranslate Translator by Mosaic S.r.l.

Translate Photo, Voice, Text
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.7😐(527K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#28in 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

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Smooth translations
  • 💡 Helpful for language learning
  • 🌐 Supports many languages

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Inaccurate translations
  • 🔍 Limited free features
OneDocs Scanner Translator#3

OneDocs Scanner Translator by Nayer AbuAlSoud

Scan Documents Translate PDF
Worth Considering
💼 Business
4.5😞(106K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Translate and scan documents, books, and images in over 120 languages. Convert handwriting to editable text, enhance document quality, and manage files securely. Features AI-powered summarization, data extraction, and electronic signing.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate and fast translation
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Reliable scanning and translation

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 💰 Subscription required to use
  • 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

More Language Scanner apps to explore

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Google Translate
Google Translate
Google Translate
Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Free

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.

Text translationOffline translationInstant camera translation
🔍 Reference
(83K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
6
Translate Photo & Camera Scan
Translate Photo & Camera Scan
Translate Photo & Camera Scan
OCR Scanner: Image Translator
Free

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.

Text recognition from imagesTranslate in over 100 languagesSmart document edge detection
🔧 Utilities
(11K)
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
8
Camera Translator: Photo Scan
Camera Translator: Photo Scan
Camera Translator: Photo Scan
Translate Picture, Text, Voice
Free

Instantly translate text from photos, documents, and signs using advanced AI and OCR technology. Supports over 100 languages and offers offline access for seamless communication anywhere.

Translate text from photos and documentsAI and OCR technologySupports over 100 languages
🔍 Reference
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
9
CamScanner - PDF Scanner App
CamScanner - PDF Scanner App
CamScanner - PDF Scanner App
Document Scanner PDF Converter
Free

Transform your mobile device into a powerful portable scanner. Instantly scan, edit, and share documents in various formats like PDF, JPG, Word, and TXT. Features include OCR, e-signatures, and secure file management.

Mobile document scanningText recognition (OCR)PDF conversion
📊 Productivity
(1.9M)
free with in-app purchases
10
AR Tradutor: Câmera & Foto
AR Tradutor: Câmera & Foto
AR Tradutor: Câmera & Foto
Tradução de voz, imagem, texto
Free

Instantly translate text from images, voice, or augmented reality. Supports over 100 languages with AI-powered features like chat and summarization. Ideal for travelers, students, and professionals needing quick, accurate translations.

Photo translation with AR overlayReal-time voice translationAugmented reality camera translation
🔍 Reference
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases
11
DeepL Translate
DeepL Translate
DeepL Translate
Translate photos, speech, text
Free

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.

Real-time camera translationPhoto translationSpeech dictation and text-to-speech
🔍 Reference
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
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Translator ·
Translator ·
Translator ·
Language Translator with Voice
Free

This app provides real-time voice and text translation in over 120 languages. It utilizes advanced speech recognition for speed and efficiency, offering male or female voices for pronunciation assistance. Your translation history is synced across devices via iCloud.

Real-time voice recognition120+ languages for text50+ languages for voice
📊 Productivity
(23K)
subscription
13
Speak & Translate - Translator
Speak & Translate - Translator
Speak & Translate - Translator
Voice and Text Translation
Free

Communicate globally with voice and text translation in over 100 languages. Features include offline mode for remote areas, camera-based menu translation, and automatic language detection. Offers both free and premium functionalities for seamless communication.

Voice and text translationOffline modeSnap Mode camera translation
📊 Productivity
(258K)
freemium
14
Go Translate - Chat Languages
Go Translate - Chat Languages
Go Translate - Chat Languages
Offline Translator: Text Photo
Free

Translate text, images, and voice in real-time across numerous languages. Supports offline translation and automatic text recognition from photos. Offers various subscription plans for premium features.

Real-time text translationImage text recognition and translationVoice translation to text and audio
🔧 Utilities
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
15
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 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
17
Translator Keyboard - Language
Translator Keyboard - Language
Translator Keyboard - Language
Translate Text, Message & Chat
Free

Type and translate text instantly in over 60 languages directly from your keyboard. Seamlessly communicate in any app without switching or copying. Enhance conversations with emojis.

Instant translation as you typeSupports over 60 languagesSeamless in-app integration
🔧 Utilities
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Translate Now - AI Translator
Translate Now - AI Translator
Translate Now - AI Translator
Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Free

Instantly translate text, voice, and photos across over 320 languages with AI-powered tools. Features include a translator keyboard, hands-free voice translation for conversations, and photo translation for signs and menus. It also offers language learning assistance.

Text, voice, and photo translationTranslator keyboard for appsHands-free AI voice translator
🔍 Reference
(357K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Voice Language Translator Pro
Voice Language Translator Pro
Voice Language Translator Pro
Speak and Translate Speech
Free

Instantly translate speech, text, photos, and videos in over 60 languages. Communicate effortlessly across borders for travel, business, or daily interactions. Features real-time recognition, offline mode, and a keyboard extension for seamless communication.

Real-time speech recognition and translation60+ languages for text and voicePhoto and object translation
📊 Productivity
(9.5K)
subscription
20
Translation Voice Translator
Translation Voice Translator
Translation Voice Translator
Live Talking Translator
Free

Translate documents, text, and spoken words using your camera or by typing. Access offline translation, verb conjugations, and save favorite phrases. Communicate globally without language barriers.

Photo translationText translationVoice translation
📊 Productivity
(9K)
subscription

FAQ about Language Scanner

What are the best language scanner apps for iPhone?
Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber tops our language scanner apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 20K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top language scanner apps we rank are free to download, including Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber and iTranslate Translator.
Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 237+ language scanner apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows you to use your device's camera to scan printed text from various sources like documents, menus, and signs. It then uses OCR technology to recognize the text and can translate it into over 90 different languages. You can also edit, listen to, and share the recognized and translated text.
Key features include text recognition in over 70 languages, translation to more than 90 languages, and the ability to listen to recognized and translated text in over 44 languages. It also offers text editing, copying, sharing capabilities, and a history to save all your translations.

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