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iTranslate

An app that translates text, voice and menus, even offline.

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What iTranslate does

iTranslate is a well-known translator with over half a million App Store ratings. It translates text in more than 100 languages, and Pro adds a camera lens for menus and signs, voice-to-voice conversations, and offline packs. The free version is basic, and Pro is priced per week, month or year.

Text translation in 100+ languages
Lens camera translation for menus and signs (Pro)
Voice-to-voice conversations (Pro)
Offline language packs (Pro)
Phrasebook and AR object translation

The free version handles typed text and a dictionary. Most of what makes iTranslate useful on a trip lives in Pro: point the camera at a menu with Lens, hold a voice-to-voice conversation, or download language packs so it works without data.

Offline coverage is real but uneven. A 2026 review counts 41 languages for offline text and only five for offline voice, so check your language before you count on it abroad. It also has an AR mode that labels objects around you, which is more fun than essential.

The weekly price is the thing to watch. If you only need a translator for one trip, a week of Pro can make sense. For everyday use, free apps like Google Translate or Apple Translate cover a lot of the same ground.

Alternatives to iTranslate

Google TranslateThe free do-it-all translator for text, camera, voice and offline
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Apple TranslateThe free translator already on your iPhone, with full offline mode
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PapagoFree translator that shines for Korean, Japanese and Chinese
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Microsoft TranslatorFree text, voice and photo translation in 100+ languages
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Mate TranslateA translator for iPhone, Mac and your browser that stays in sync
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Who it's for

Travelers who want a polished paid translator for one trip
People who like having a built-in phrasebook

Skip it if: Anyone looking for a fully free translator.

Pricing

Free plan
Free, paid from $9.99/wk

Free to download. Pro is $9.99 a week, $14.99 a month or $99.99 a year on the App Store, and some plans start with a free trial.

Prices can vary by country. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

What people like

  • Polished and easy to use, with a huge number of App Store ratings
  • Offline packs for dozens of text languages
  • Works on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Android

Watch out for

  • Camera, voice and offline all need Pro
  • Weekly pricing adds up fast
  • Only a handful of languages work offline by voice

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Questions people ask

Is iTranslate free?

The basic text translator is free. Camera, voice and offline need Pro, from $9.99 a week.

Does iTranslate work offline?

Yes, with Pro and downloaded packs. A 2026 review counts 41 offline text languages and 5 for offline voice.

Can iTranslate translate a conversation?

Yes, Pro includes voice-to-voice conversation. There is also a separate app, iTranslate Converse, made just for that.