Head-to-head · Live Speech Translation Apps
Google Translate vs iTranslate
Google Translate leads on 0 checks, iTranslate on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGoogle Translate · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
Google Translate scores higher on our rubric for live speech translation apps: 9.2 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
Google Translate is the better fit for free speech translation across devices. iTranslate is the better fit for voice translation across mobile and desktop.
- Google Translate fits best
Free speech translation across devices
- iTranslate fits best
Voice translation across mobile and desktop
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Side by side
| Feature | Google Translate 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | iTranslate 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #2 in Live Speech Translation Apps | #8 in Live Speech Translation Apps |
| Best for | Free speech translation across devices | Voice translation across mobile and desktop |
| Pricing model | Free | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Community, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Google Translate 0/3 · iTranslate 0/3 | ||
| Offline translation | Not published | Not published |
| Camera translation | Not published | Not published |
| Conversation history | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Supported languages | Not published | Not published |
| Conversation mode | Not published | Not published |
| Platforms | Not published | mobile |
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| Our verdict | Google Translate is a free consumer translation service for people who need to translate speech and other content on the web or mobile devices. It handles typed text, speech with spoken output, handwriting, images, documents, and website… Read the review → |
iTranslate brings text, voice, camera and website translation together for travelers, students and professionals who need language help across devices. Text translation covers more than 100 languages, while voice-to-voice translation,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Google Translate — where it wins
- Translates speech with spoken output, plus conversation and transcription features
- Works on web, iOS, and Android, with offline language downloads
- Adds camera, document, website, handwriting, and typed-text translation
Where it doesn't
- The consumer service is distinct from the separate metered Cloud Translation API
- Support channels are community and documentation
- Its broad translation tools may be more than needed for speech-only use
iTranslate — where it wins
- Translates text in more than 100 languages and supports voice-to-voice translation
- Offline mode uses downloadable language packs
- Available on web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan highlights text translation only
- Pro pricing is listed at 99.99, with no currency specified
- Live conversation details are not supplied
- Google Translate9.2/10 · Free plan
A free speech translator with conversation and transcription features across web and mobile.
Try Google TranslateFull verdict → - iTranslate8.4/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A broad translation app with voice mode, offline packs and web, desktop and mobile access.
Visit iTranslateFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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