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For most trips, a phone app is enough. Dedicated devices win in a few specific cases.
| Option | Strength | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Google Translate app | Free, offline packs, camera translation | Google Translate |
| Pocketalk | Built-in data, no phone needed | Pocketalk |
| Timekettle earbuds | Hands-free two-way conversation | Timekettle |
Get a device if
- You need to hand it to the other person.
- You translate all day, for work.
- You don’t want to use your phone’s data abroad.
Earbud options: live translation earbuds .
More guides on the Translators hub .