250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Live Subtitles is the household name in subtitles live, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (6) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.4★ (7) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.4★ (43) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 1.8★ (5) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.2★ (81) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 |
This app provides real-time, bilingual subtitles for any audio on your iPhone. It offers instant speech-to-text transcription and translation for videos, calls, podcasts, and more, displaying original text and translation side-by-side.
This app provides live translated subtitles for any video or audio playing on your iPhone. It uses on-device AI for privacy and works offline after initial language model downloads. Customize subtitle styles and placement for an enhanced viewing experience.
This app provides real-time audio recognition and translation for system sounds, microphone input, and video files. It supports screen recording for subtitle extraction and offers customizable subtitle display options for various communication needs.
