Both are translation tools. DeepL has the higher Solthar Score, 89 to 81. DeepL is free to start, with paid plans; Lokalise is paid only.
| DeepL | Lokalise | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Translation · Language | Translation · Language |
| Pricing | Freemium | Paid |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Solthar Score | 89/100 | 81/100 |
DeepL: what it does
Translation many professionals prefer for nuance and tone. DeepL is free to start, with paid plans, with a free trial. Solthar Score: 89/100.
Key features
- Translates text, documents and whole web pages
- Writing help that polishes your wording
- Browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox and Edge
Strengths
- Natural-sounding translations
- Paid plans never use your text to train AI
Trade-offs
- Free plan stops at 50,000 characters a month
- Only a few document translations a month on the cheapest plan
Lokalise: what it does
Localization platform with AI translation and in-context editing for product teams. Lokalise is paid only, with a free trial. Solthar Score: 81/100.
Key features
- AI translation that uses your product's context
- Picks the best AI model for each translation
- Edit translations in context inside your app
Strengths
- Built for software and app teams
- 14-day free trial, no card
Trade-offs
- No free plan
- Expensive for small projects
Which should you choose?
Choose DeepL if natural-sounding translations matters most to you. Choose Lokalise if built for software and app teams matters more. If you only try one, DeepL scores higher overall.