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Simple Translate vs Mate Translate: catalog facts
Simple Translate	Mate Translate
Free Free to install.	Freemium Can be tried for free; paid options are offered.
Browser extension	macOS, iOS, Browser extension
Translates a selection in place with little interruption Toolbar popup for typing text to translate	248 languages Extensions for all major browsers plus Mac and iOS apps
Needs a network connection to translate Fewer options than full translation suites	Proprietary, with some features behind payment No Windows, Linux or Android apps
Browser extension	Downloadable app, Browser extension
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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