Google Translate
by Google
Free translation for text, speech, images, documents and websites, with Gemini-powered live translation
PricingFree
Starts at—
Free tierYes
Platformsweb, ios, android
Models usedGemini 3.5 Live Translate (for Live translate speech-to-speech); other Gemini translation capabilities
Best for
Anyone who needs quick translation of text, signs, documents or live conversations, including while traveling.
Overview
Google Translate is Google's free translation service on the web and mobile. It translates typed text, speech, handwriting, camera images, documents and websites, and works offline for downloaded languages. Since June 2026 its Live translate feature uses Gemini 3.5 Live Translate for continuous speech translation in 70+ languages.
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Strengths and limits
- Many input types: typing, voice, handwriting, camera, documents and full websites
- Live translate uses Gemini 3.5 Live Translate for near real-time speech translation in 70+ languages
- Offline translation after downloading a language
- Machine translation can miss tone and context in long or specialized texts
- Some Live translate modes roll out by platform (the earpiece listening mode started on Android)
What the free plan includes
Free to use: text, voice, camera, conversation, document and website translation, offline language downloads, and Live translate in the mobile apps.