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Head-to-head

iTranslate Translator vs Voice Translator

iTranslate Translator 4.7★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner iTranslate Translator
Voice Translator 4.4★ · Free + IAP 55

iTranslate Translator is generally preferred for its translation accuracy and broader language support, despite its aggressive monetization, while Voice Translator struggles with reliability and limited voice output for certain languages.

Full reviews: iTranslate Translator · Voice Translator

iTranslate Translator (App A) is a more established and generally well-regarded translation app with a higher lifetime rating, offering accurate translations for many languages, though users frequently complain about its high subscription costs and persistent review requests. Voice Translator (App B), while praised for its simplicity by some, faces significant criticism for its unreliable real-time translation, limited voice output for specific languages, and aggressive trial-to-purchase conversion.

Head to head

Translation Accuracy edge: iTranslate TranslatorR2R3R5R9
iTranslate Translator Users of iTranslate Translator report generally accurate translations, especially for common languages like Spanish and French, and appreciate its usefulness for language learning R2. However, some users find it inaccurate for specific languages or dialects, such as Italian, French, Hungarian, European Portuguese, and Argentinian Spanish R3R5R9.
Voice Translator Voice Translator receives mixed reviews on accuracy; some users find it helpful and accurate enough for general understanding , while others describe its translations as poor or completely wrong, particularly for Korean and Chinese .
Features and Functionality edge: iTranslate TranslatorR1R9R19R26
iTranslate Translator iTranslate Translator is valued for its ability to assist with language learning and its translation history feature . However, users express frustration with the lack of real-time call translation, the need to manually input text for conversations, and the absence of certain dialects like Argentinian Spanish or Khmer in camera mode R1R9R19R59. Some also desire keyboard integration for in-game chat R26.
Voice Translator Voice Translator is praised for its simplicity and ease of use for basic spoken text translation . However, it is criticized for not detecting spoken languages reliably, not providing voice output for all advertised languages (e.g., Vietnamese, Arabic, Norwegian), and lacking features like male/female voice options or the ability to translate while other apps are speaking R61R76. Some users also report issues with the microphone automatically turning off .
Ease of Use edge: iTranslate TranslatorR6R19R40R49
iTranslate Translator Many users find iTranslate Translator easy to use and straightforward R40. However, some report it as clumsy and slow, with issues like auto-correction in the wrong language R6R49. New users also struggle to find real-time translation features R19.
Voice Translator Voice Translator is described as easy and convenient by some . Conversely, others find it clunky, slow, or glitchy, requiring restarts or manual workarounds for the translation button to appear R85.
Reliability and Performance edge: iTranslate TranslatorR23R32R36R40
iTranslate Translator iTranslate Translator is generally seen as reliable, with some users depending on it daily R32R40. However, there are reports of the app crashing randomly, especially after prolonged use or many translations R36. Some paid users also experience issues where the app stops translating typed entries R23.
Voice Translator Voice Translator suffers from significant reliability issues; users report it not detecting language, stopping translation, being glitchy, or working only intermittently R61R85. It is also noted to be slow on cellular data .
Price and Value tieR10R12R23R31
iTranslate Translator iTranslate Translator is heavily criticized for its high subscription costs, with some users mentioning prices like $520 a year or $59.99 for a subscription, leading to feelings of it being overpriced or a 'forced purchase' R10R23R31. The app's free tier is perceived as limited, quickly requiring payment after a few translations R12R31.
Voice Translator Voice Translator also faces strong criticism for its pricing model, with users reporting charges of around $40 for a year after a short trial, and being asked to pay within seconds of opening the app . Many feel misled by its 'free' promotion, as the trial quickly converts to a paid subscription .
Support and User Experience tieR21R23R39R41
iTranslate Translator iTranslate Translator users report difficulty getting help when the app malfunctions R23. A significant number of users are annoyed by the app's constant requests for ratings, even after purchasing a subscription R21R39R41.
Voice Translator Voice Translator users report issues with refunds after canceling trials . One user mentioned writing to support multiple times about a bug without resolution .
Pick iTranslate Translator if

Pick iTranslate Translator if you need generally accurate translations for a wide range of common languages, are willing to pay for a subscription, and value features like translation history and language learning assistance R2.

Pick Voice Translator if

Pick Voice Translator if you need a very simple, no-frills app for basic spoken text translation and are comfortable with its reported limitations in language support and reliability .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of negative reviews related to their pricing models and free trial limitations, which is common for apps with IAP. iTranslate Translator has a much larger volume of reviews overall, providing a broader base of feedback, but also more complaints about specific language inaccuracies and pricing. Voice Translator's evidence is thinner, with fewer reviews, and a higher proportion of negative feedback regarding its core functionality and reliability.

Frequently asked

Is iTranslate Translator truly free?
No, iTranslate Translator is promoted as free but quickly requires a subscription after a few translations, with users reporting costs as high as $520 per year or $59.99 for a subscription R10R12R31R51.
Does Voice Translator offer real-time voice translation?
Voice Translator aims to offer real-time voice translation, but users report significant issues with its reliability, often failing to detect spoken language or stopping when a person pauses, making it frustrating for live conversations R61R84R85R109.
Which app is better for specific dialects or less common languages?
iTranslate Translator has received criticism for not supporting specific dialects like Argentinian Spanish or European Portuguese, and for not having Khmer in camera mode R9R35R59. Voice Translator is also noted for not having voice output for languages like Vietnamese, Arabic, or Norwegian, suggesting both apps may have limitations for less common languages or specific regional variations R76.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R2] iTranslate Translator 5/5 · US Exact translation: I’m so happy with the translation.
  2. [R3] iTranslate Translator 3/5 · US Eh needs work: It gets the Italian wrong all the time. People don’t understand me even when I show them what is typed
  3. [R5] iTranslate Translator 4/5 · US It’s decent: I think this app is very good at giving you languages at their basic level though it does struggle with words that even though they are from the language, they don’t translate it as they finish just a letter in the alphabet so go to app is good. there is some things that could be worked on like for example, when I try to translate the word on in French, it just gave me back on in Engl
  4. [R9] iTranslate Translator 3/5 · GB Needs to include different dialects: This app is good for translating most of the time but, for Spanish, there’s only Spanish (Spain) and Spanish (Mexico). I have family in Argentina who I can’t translate things for because neither Spanish nor Mexican Spanish understand some Argentinian words, and vice versa, especially when it comes to food. When I try to translate English words to Spanish, it c
  5. [R1] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US No me gusto: La quiero es para traducir llamadas en inglés en tiempo real
  6. [R19] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US Does not work as advertised: Had a client come in today who speaks only Spanish. I thought this was going to be real-time translation but I still had to put in what she said manually and had to type out my English. The creators of this app need to learn how to make it user friendly to get to the real time translation stage because I did not get there and I’ve been tinkering around with the app. An
  7. [R26] iTranslate Translator 5/5 · US Well can I connect to keyboards? In game: so like I want to play a game with my friend and they are from a different country and we don’t speak the same language. I really want to speak the same language ask them without having to get off and just copying it from Google translate I just wanted to connect to the keyboard so I can chat game.
  8. [R6] iTranslate Translator 3/5 · GB Clumsy and slow: Auto corrects in English when you are typing in another language. Very frustrating
  9. [R40] iTranslate Translator 5/5 · US Geezer: I use this app every day. Easy to use. Accurate. Helpful
  10. [R49] iTranslate Translator 2/5 · US New user: The translation is accurate, but it is slow having to agree to the paste every time
  11. [R23] iTranslate Translator 2/5 · US was a great translator: I have had the paid version for a number of years and liked it very much but the last few months it will not translate my typed entries! I am seriously considering dropping the App completely as this makes it very one dimensional and definitely not worth the $59.99 I am paying for the subscription. When I try to get help it says it is not available.
  12. [R32] iTranslate Translator 5/5 · US Best translator app: Fast and very convenient
  13. [R36] iTranslate Translator 4/5 · US Works great, sometimes crashes randomly: This tool has been essential in Brazil. I don’t speak Portuguese, but have a little bit of Spanish. This thing helped fill in the gaps very well. Seems accurate up to over 95%. Only critique is once in a while, the app crashes if it has been open too long or translates more than a couple dozen times. Otherwise, worth every penny.
  14. [R10] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US Costs more than Adobe: $520 a year? Are these people insane? Deleted.
  15. [R12] iTranslate Translator 3/5 · GB Payment: Although it’s a really good app. After a few translations it says you have to pay for pro to continue. But the translation are sometimes legit. I know Korean and when I translated it, it looked legit to me.
  16. [R31] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US Clickbait (not free): It is promoted as free of charge however it is not .. You hhave tu subscribe it
  17. [R21] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US You are annoying me.: Even though I have rated you three times in a week and a half, you continually send me a barrage of requests for me to rate you. If you don’t leave me alone, I’m gonna give you one star. Knock it off already!
  18. [R39] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US Stop Asking Me To Rate Every 5 Minutes: This is for irking me…
  19. [R41] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US Stop asking me to rate the app: App works fine. Constant begging for a rating after I PAID for it earns it 1 star.
  20. [R51] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US Not happy: Didn’t want if I had to pay not sure how to get rid of it they should be up front when people read the info that money has to be paid and it’s a ridiculous price to pay in the first place . No way to contact company if you don’t want it
  21. [R61] Voice Translator 1/5 · US Doesn’t detect: The app won’t detect a language being spoken
  22. [R84] Voice Translator 3/5 · US Open room: I’m in a big open room and then speaking Spanish. I want to hear what the speaker is speaking but it doesn’t even work while I’m here. It’s not recording what they’re saying up on the stage. It’s like you have to talk right into it and it. Listen to someone who is speaking on the microphone on stage.
  23. [R85] Voice Translator 1/5 · US Glitchy: Super glitchy - works when it wants
  24. [R109] Voice Translator 2/5 · US Good luck: User hostile. About 5% of the time works live while conversing with foreign speaker. I won’t renew. Siri better.
  25. [R35] iTranslate Translator 1/5 · US iTranslator is terrible at European Portuguese!: There are definitely better apps that translate European Portuguese 🇵🇹
  26. [R59] iTranslate Translator 2/5 · US Language, no Khmer.: I’m a foreigner in Khmer and I Don’t see Khmer labeled on the languages, when I’m using the camera mode. Didn’t help.
  27. [R76] Voice Translator 1/5 · US Didn’t have voice output language I wanted: It wasn’t until after purchasing that I found it didn’t have the voice output for the language I wanted.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store