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Last updated: 11 January 2024
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While language translation technology is still far from perfect, it's improved considerably in recent years thanks to technological advances in cloud computing, processing power, memory and battery life.

To find out which language translators will best serve you on your next overseas trip, we compared a range of devices, assessing:

  • how accurately they translate from one language to another
  • the audio clarity of the translations
  • how easy they are to use.
 
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We tested seven translation devices assuming they would be used primarily for travelling in a country with a foreign native language. While there are also a number of professional, certified translators used for important business or legal translations, these devices are specialised and very expensive. The devices we selected are not to be depended on for those situations.

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Anfier AI Voice Translator W10

Anfier AI Voice Translator W10
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$190
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Standalone device Yes
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Number of languages 74
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Fluentalk Portable Translator T1

Fluentalk Portable Translator T1
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$491
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Standalone device Yes
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Number of languages 38
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Timekettle Translator Earbuds WT2 Edge

Timekettle Translator Earbuds WT2 Edge
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$463
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Standalone device No (smartphone required)
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Number of languages 39
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Timekettle Zero

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Standalone device No (smartphone required)
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Number of languages 39
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Translator T10

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Standalone device Yes
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Number of languages 73
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Translator T8+

Translator T8+
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Standalone device No (smartphone required)
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Number of languages 42
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Vasco Translator M3

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$571
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Standalone device Yes
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Number of languages 70
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