TranslatelyTranslately vs Google Translate: AI Translation Compared
By Translately Team
Introduction
Translately vs Google Translate — both are free AI translation tools, but they serve different needs. This comparison helps you choose the right one.
Style Options
This is the biggest difference:
- Translately: 5 styles — Standard, Formal, Casual, Simple, Literary
- Google Translate: 1 default style
When you need a formal business translation or a casual conversational one, Translately gives you control. Google Translate produces one output and leaves style adjustments to you.
Language Support
- Translately: 20+ major languages
- Google Translate: 130+ languages
Google Translate wins on quantity. If you need Amharic, Zulu, or other less common languages, Google is your only option. For major world languages, both tools perform well.
Translation Quality
In our testing with common language pairs:
- Translately tends to produce more natural, contextually appropriate translations, especially with the formal and literary styles
- Google Translate sometimes produces literal translations that sound unnatural
Free Tier
- Translately: 500 words/request, no signup, 3-5 uses/day
- Google Translate: Unlimited, no signup
Google Translate is more generous with limits. Translately offers better quality control through styles.
Our Verdict
Use Translately when translation style matters — business emails, creative content, formal documents. Use Google Translate for quick, high-volume translations or rare languages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Translately better than Google Translate?
For style-aware translation, yes. Translately offers 5 translation styles (formal, casual, simple, literary) while Google Translate offers only one default style. For rare languages, Google Translate has broader coverage.
Is Translately free like Google Translate?
Yes! Translately is free with a 500-word limit per request and no signup needed. Google Translate is also free with no word limit, though quality can degrade with longer text.
Which is more accurate?
Both use advanced AI. Translately often produces more natural-sounding translations because you can choose the appropriate style for your context.