Top best browser tools to translate websites

Here are some browser-based translation tools to help you navigate the World Wide Web seamlessly.

1. Reverso Translation

Reverso stands out from many other translation tools thanks to its focus on context. This AI-powered translation tool uses huge linguistic data sets to identify how word meanings can vary in many cases. Instead of just translating individual words, Reverso will examine entire sentences or text to determine the most suitable translation.

This contextual approach is not just for written text. Reverso can accurately translate video subtitles in real-time when you use video streaming services like Netflix and YouTube. If subtitles are not available in your preferred language, Reverso will replace them.

In addition to translation, Reverso also offers features that enhance users' language learning abilities. With a Reverso account, free or paid, you can save your favorite words and most-used phrases, sync translations between all your devices, and access flashcards, quizzes, and games.

Of course, no tool is perfect. Reverso only supports about 26 languages, much fewer than some of its competitors. You also need a paid account to translate longer texts. Without an account, you can only translate about 150 characters on the website at once.

If you don't want to upgrade to a premium account, you can click See more to translate selected text on the Reverso website.

Reverso browser extension is only available on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. However, dedicated apps for Mac and Windows are also available, so you can still use Reverso in the browser because they allow text to be selected in the same way.

2. DeepL Translator

Launched in 2017, DeepL has now become one of the leading free browser translation tools. Similar to Reverso, DeepL uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems trained on large language data sets, giving the tool an edge over its competitors in terms of accuracy.

With a pro account, you get unlimited text translations, full page translations, and more customization options, but the free version is usually enough for most people. You can select and translate text up to 1,500 characters in your browser without creating an account. This tool supports more than 30 languages.

The clean interface presents translations without registration prompts or any other distractions. You can change the translation language, copy the translation to the clipboard, listen to the translation or the original text, or look up an entry in the dictionary (if you're only translating one word). If you want the translation to appear larger, you can also click Open in DeepL.com .

The DeepL translation app for Mac and Windows enables highlighting and translation directly within web pages so DeepL can be used in any of your favorite browsers. Additionally, you can install the DeepL extension in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.

3. Mate Translate

The purpose of installing translation extensions is to remove any obstacles in the translation process. If you're a Safari fan, Mate Translate is the best and most frictionless option for you as it's one of the few tools with a Mac app that has a built-in Safari extension.

Mate offers an intuitive interface that lets translations flow without distraction. You can translate entire pages or select text with just one click on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge, and Safari.

Right on the website, you can change your preferred language to one of the 100+ languages ​​Mate supports. You can also listen to the original text or the translation and save the translation to your phrasebook for later use.

Customization options include dark mode, keyboard shortcuts, tooltip size, context menu, etc. - all of which can be edited on the Mate Translate Settings page.

With a paid subscription, you can unlock advanced tools like phonetic translation and other language learning features. But the free version is enough if you just want to translate websites or parts of websites you visit.

Samuel Daniel

Update 21 August 2024