Best Translations Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated September 2026

If you already know Google Translate, this is the deeper bench. 248+ translations apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of September 2026.

Compare top Translations Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Google TranslateGoogle TranslateFree4.3★ (84K)NoNoSep 2026
2TranslateTranslateFree2.3★ (9.9K)NoNoSep 2026
3iTranslate TranslatoriTranslate TranslatorFree4.7★ (527K)NoYesSep 2026
4Microsoft TranslatorMicrosoft TranslatorFree4.8★ (158K)NoNoSep 2026
5Translate Now - AI TranslatorTranslate Now - AI TranslatorFree4.7★ (363K)NoYesSep 2026
6Instant Voice TranslateInstant Voice TranslateFree4.6★ (8.4K)YesYesSep 2026
7Translate Video: SubtitlesTranslate Video: SubtitlesFree4.1★ (191)NoYesSep 2026
8Translate Free - Language Translator & DictionaryTranslate Free - Language Translator & DictionaryFree4.7★ (14K)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Translations

Google Translate#1

Google Translate by Google

Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.3😊(84K ratings)
Free
#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
  • 👍 Offline translation available

Room to Improve

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

Translate by Apple

Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
2.3😞(9.9K ratings)
Free
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Instantly translate spoken words, typed text, and text captured by your camera between numerous languages. This app offers real-time conversation translation, offline capabilities, and a built-in dictionary for enhanced understanding.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate translations
  • 👍 Helpful for travel and communication
  • 🔒 Secure with on-device processing
  • 💡 Integrates well with other apps

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent language detection
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
  • 👎 Limited language options
  • 👎 Confusing and unintuitive UI
iTranslate Translator#3

iTranslate Translator by Mosaic S.r.l.

Translate Photo, Voice, Text
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.7😐(527K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#27in 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
  • 🔇 Annoying ads and popups

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FAQ about Translations

What are the best translations apps for iPhone?
Google Translate tops our translations apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 84K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top translations apps we rank are free to download, including Google Translate and Translate.
Google Translate has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 248+ translations apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides translation services for text, spoken words, and text within images. It supports a vast number of languages, allowing users to communicate and understand content across linguistic barriers. It also offers features like offline translation and real-time conversation translation.
Key features include translating typed text, translating text in images using your camera or imported photos, translating spoken words, and facilitating bilingual conversations in real-time. It also offers offline translation capabilities and a phrasebook to save important translations.

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