{"id":2430,"date":"2024-11-14T08:00:18","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T15:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/?p=2430"},"modified":"2025-08-27T13:02:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T20:02:52","slug":"deepl-vs-google-translate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate","title":{"rendered":"DeepL vs Google Translate: Which Is Better?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you undecided between choosing DeepL vs Google Translate for your translation tasks? Since they are two of the most popular machine translation tools, there are recurring arguments about the better option. But how do they compare to each other?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many language professionals have insisted that DeepL&#8217;s features make it more suitable for translating technical documents. However, some users consider Google Translate more accessible based on its features.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure how they compare, read on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/rubaitul-azad-qqV7i39Ekj0-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"The Google Translate icon on a white button.\n\" class=\"wp-image-2431\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/rubaitul-azad-qqV7i39Ekj0-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/rubaitul-azad-qqV7i39Ekj0-unsplash-300x203.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fb71ebd79e3\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fb71ebd79e3\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#What_Is_DeepL\" >What Is DeepL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#What_Is_Google_Translate\" >What Is Google Translate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#Comparing_DeepL_vs_Google_Translate\" >Comparing DeepL vs Google Translate<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#1_Translation_Accuracy\" >1. Translation Accuracy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#2_Supported_Languages\" >2. Supported Languages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#3_Tools_and_Integrations\" >3. Tools and Integrations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#4_Pricing\" >4. Pricing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#5_Data_Security_and_Privacy\" >5. Data Security and Privacy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#DeepL_vs_Google_Translate_vs_ChatGPT\" >DeepL vs Google Translate vs ChatGPT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#How_To_Get_the_Best_Results_With_DeepL\" >How To Get the Best Results With DeepL<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#How_To_Use_Google_Translate_Effectively\" >How To Use Google Translate Effectively<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#Get_Certified_Human_Translations_With_Rapid_Translate\" >Get Certified Human Translations With Rapid Translate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#Which_machine_translation_platform_supports_more_languages\" >Which machine translation platform supports more languages?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#Is_ChatGPT_better_than_DeepL\" >Is ChatGPT better than DeepL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#Do_professional_translators_use_DeepL\" >Do professional translators use DeepL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/deepl-vs-google-translate\/#Are_DeepL_and_Google_Translate_free_to_use\" >Are DeepL and Google Translate free to use?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_DeepL\"><\/span>What Is DeepL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DeepL is an artificial intelligence-based machine translation service. This tool emerged in 2017 and is popular as one of the most reliable machine-learning translation systems available. A German company, DeepL GmB, has developed this online service.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DeepL&#8217;s popularity comes from its ability to create comparatively more accurate, contextually relevant translations. As a result, many businesses, individuals, and brands use this tool for their various translation needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DeepL is useful for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/documents\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/documents\">translating documents<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/website-translation\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/website-translation\">websites<\/a> and communicating with people who speak different languages. The tool constantly expands its language capabilities, adding newer features that make it more useful across different language areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/brett-jordan-B_j4LJbam5U-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"The Google app icon on a mobile device\u2019s screen.\n\" class=\"wp-image-2432\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/brett-jordan-B_j4LJbam5U-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/brett-jordan-B_j4LJbam5U-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Google_Translate\"><\/span>What Is Google Translate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Translate is a machine translation tool that supports over 100 languages. Launched in 2006, it is one of Google\u2019s applications. This tool combines machine learning and artificial intelligence to provide automatic language translations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a highly accessible and widely used tool that provides translation services to a wide client base. These include individuals trying to interpret foreign text and businesses communicating with international customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/why-is-google-translate-so-bad\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/why-is-google-translate-so-bad\">Google Translate\u2019s translation quality<\/a> varies widely depending on the language pair and the context of the source text. Yet, many people use this tool for their translation needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-cottonbro-7350906.jpg\" alt=\"A person holds an iPad with the Google homepage open\n\" class=\"wp-image-2433\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-cottonbro-7350906.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-cottonbro-7350906-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparing_DeepL_vs_Google_Translate\"><\/span>Comparing DeepL vs Google Translate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>General research shows that most people consider DeepL better for technical translation. On the other hand, people mostly favor Google Translate for their general translation needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are five aspects that will give you insight into DeepL Translator vs Google Translate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Translation_Accuracy\"><\/span><strong>1. Translation Accuracy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When comparing DeepL Translate vs Google Translate, your most significant concern should be their accuracy. This is a major factor when choosing between DeepL and Google Translate. General studies and user opinions point to the accuracy levels of each tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the most accurate tool can be difficult since it depends significantly on the specific language pair. However, several blind tests have indicated that DeepL creates more accurate translations than Google Translate. This disparity is most obvious when translating European languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Researchers translated 119 paragraphs of text with DeepL, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft translators. Several professional translators then blindly rated the translations. Ultimately, the results showed that DeepL had the most accurate translations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on general thoughts, people still consider DeepL\u2019s translations more natural and accurate. While the tool works better for translation projects in European languages, stats show it is arguably better with idioms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Supported_Languages\"><\/span><strong>2. Supported Languages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to the number of supported languages, Google Translate is clear of DeepL. DeepL initially started as a service for translating European languages but has since grown to support other common languages worldwide.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, its collection of languages is still smaller than that of Google Translate. Both machine translation engines support all the popular languages around the globe, but Google&#8217;s translation tool covers smaller languages more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Translate supports translations in about 130 languages, while DeepL only supports about 30. Both tools are useful for translating common languages like English, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, and Portuguese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you\u2019re looking for less popular languages like Hebrew, Hindi, Vietnamese, and Thai, Google Translate is your best bet. Still, consider accuracy since both tools translate different languages to different accuracy levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-jacky-ma-177644463-28987069.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2434\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-jacky-ma-177644463-28987069.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-jacky-ma-177644463-28987069-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Tools_and_Integrations\"><\/span><strong>3. Tools and Integrations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your current needs, Google Translate and DeepL offer different ways to translate your content. If you&#8217;re looking for quick translations, they have web interfaces that allow you to work on text or documents.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also translate websites using Google Translate by inputting their URLs. Conversely, DeepL does not support website translation. However, it has a desktop application for MacOS and Windows. These apps are more convenient for people with large translation tasks. DeepL also has mobile apps for iOS and Android.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Translate has iOS and Android mobile apps but no desktop applications. Most users use the web version anyway. In addition to their apps, these translation services have Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can connect your site or service to these machine translators with these API services. This way, you can allow people to use their translation capabilities without visiting the translation service. The DeepL API works hand-in-hand with the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Google Translate\u2019s API, the Google Cloud Translation API, is part of the Google Cloud. You&#8217;ll find these features useful if you&#8217;re a developer. Plugins like TranslatePress help you connect these APIs to your product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Pricing\"><\/span><strong>4. Pricing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pricing is an important factor to consider if you&#8217;re torn between Google Translate vs DeepL. Their free web-based versions are effective for translating basic text or simple documents. You&#8217;ll only need to paste or upload the files.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, advanced features like access to the API require subscriptions, and both tools offer similar pricing plans. They provide a free API tier that allows users to translate up to 500,000 characters monthly without paying.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll need a paid subscription if you translate more than 500,000 characters monthly. In this case, Google Translate and DeepL use slightly different strategies. Google Translate charges based on your usage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you&#8217;ve exhausted your free 500,000 characters, you\u2019ll have to pay $20 per one million characters. You\u2019ll need over one billion characters monthly; you may have to contact a sales representative for discount pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When using DeepL, you\u2019ll pay a flat rate of $5.49 monthly to gain access to the API. Afterward, you\u2019ll pay $25 per one million characters. The flat fee does not apply if you\u2019re using the free tier. Overall, DeepL\u2019s plan costs 25% more than Google Translate\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Data_Security_and_Privacy\"><\/span><strong>5. Data Security and Privacy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DeepL offers high-level privacy and data security, especially for users with subscriptions. The machine translator\u2019s privacy practices align with the European Union\u2019s compliance regulations. Google Translate offers solid security protocols.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Google&#8217;s security policies for the free service are less specific. Still, the platform adheres to international data protection standards. The translation follows Google\u2019s overall privacy and security policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jonathan-kemper-N8AYH8R2rWQ-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A computer screen displays the ChatGPT website.\n\" class=\"wp-image-2435\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jonathan-kemper-N8AYH8R2rWQ-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jonathan-kemper-N8AYH8R2rWQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DeepL_vs_Google_Translate_vs_ChatGPT\"><\/span>DeepL vs Google Translate vs ChatGPT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides machine translation tools like DeepL and Google Translate, AI tools like ChatGPT are useful for translation. In fact, ChatGPT is becoming more popular since males insist that its results are arguably more accurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since they have unique features, they serve different purposes as well. For instance, DeepL creates high-quality translations, especially in European languages. It is quite effective at capturing complex phrases and creating a more natural tone compared to the others. Since it supports fewer languages, it is not as versatile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, Google Translate is quite accessible, supporting over 130 languages. Since it offers features like real-time conversation translation and image recognition, it is useful to various people. Whether traveling or requiring basic daily translations, it comes in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite not being exclusively a translation tool, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/how-good-is-chatgpt-at-translation\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/how-good-is-chatgpt-at-translation\">ChatGPT provides detailed translations<\/a>. The tool also handles complex requests like paraphrasing and explaining the cultural nuances of a language. Still, it is slower and less accurate for real-time translation tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chat-7767693_640.jpg\" alt=\"An illustration of someone chatting with a Chatbot.\n\" class=\"wp-image-2436\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chat-7767693_640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chat-7767693_640-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Get_the_Best_Results_With_DeepL\"><\/span>How To Get the Best Results With DeepL<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding how to use DeepL effectively can significantly affect your translation results. You must first figure out what the features are and how they work. But here are helpful tips on getting the best out of this translation tool:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use alternative word choices:<\/strong> Clicking on individual words when using DeepL will show you their alternatives. This feature helps you refine the context, tone, and level of politeness and maintain accuracy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optimize your text for better translation:<\/strong> DeepL allows you to simplify your text by breaking down complex sentences. This way, you can get shorter sentences for better translation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use DeepL\u2019s formality feature:<\/strong> If you have a DeepL Pro subscription, you can adjust how formal you want your translation to be. Since other languages use formal and informal speech, this helps to contextualize your translation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add text to glossaries:<\/strong> If you\u2019re targeting consistency in your translation, consider adding some terms to your glossary. For instance, if you\u2019re using technical terms, you may need to save them for later.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Format your document:<\/strong> When uploading documents for translation, maintain a simple formatting. While DeepL Pro handles complex formats, the free tier does not.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-cottonbro-7350921.jpg\" alt=\"A person uses the Google Chrome app on a laptop.\n\" class=\"wp-image-2437\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-cottonbro-7350921.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-cottonbro-7350921-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_Google_Translate_Effectively\"><\/span>How To Use Google Translate Effectively<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must understand how to navigate the app to get the best translation from Google Translate. This app offers several advanced features that most users are unaware of. Here is how to use it effectively:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Select alternative sentences:<\/strong> Google Translate allows users to choose alternative translations of their sentences. Unlike DeepL, which allows alternative word choices, this is usually for entire sentences.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tap to translate on mobile:<\/strong> The translation tool\u2019s <strong>Tap to Translate<\/strong> feature lets you translate in any app on your mobile device. This feature helps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/how-to-translate-text-messages\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/how-to-translate-text-messages\">translate text messages<\/a> and other text-based information. To use it, enable the feature, highlight text in any app, and click the floating Google Translate icon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Translate real-time conversations:<\/strong> Google Translate\u2019s conversation mode allows you to translate real-time conversations and live dialogues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use voice inputs:<\/strong> If you\u2019re unsure how to spell a word when typing text for translation, use Google Translate\u2019s voice input. Click the <strong>microphone <\/strong>icon to say the word, and the app will immediately input it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save phrases for later access:<\/strong> This translation tool lets you save phrases. To do this, click the <strong>star <\/strong>icon beside the translated text. You can access these phrases later in your <strong>saved <\/strong>tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Handwritten special characters:<\/strong> Google Translate allows you to use handwriting input for languages with special characters, such as Japanese and Chinese.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/dictionary-2317654_640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2438\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/dictionary-2317654_640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/dictionary-2317654_640-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Certified_Human_Translations_With_Rapid_Translate\"><\/span>Get Certified Human Translations With Rapid Translate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides using automated tools for your translation needs, consider hiring human translators for your official and legal translation needs. Since official processes and applications require <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/certified-translation\">certified translations<\/a>, you can&#8217;t use machine translators for these tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rapid Translate, our reliable online translation company, offers accurate services. Since we only hire certified translators, you\u2019ll surely get high-quality services. The agency provides the fastest turnaround times, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/24-hour-translation-services-get-results-within-a-day\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/resources\/24-hour-translation-services-get-results-within-a-day\">delivering orders within 24 hours<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This agency offers notarization and rushed mail options for an extra fee. In addition to legal and medical translation, you can get immigration and business translations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you&#8217;ve understood the DeepL vs Google Translate comparison, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.rapidtranslate.org\/order-now\">get accurate human translations today<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve compared DeepL with Google Translate, here are some frequently asked questions about these machine translators!<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730951102247\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_machine_translation_platform_supports_more_languages\"><\/span><strong>Which machine translation platform supports more languages?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Google Translate supports more languages, allowing users to translate over 130. This tool covers many popular and less common languages, making it a versatile option for different kinds of users. DeepL and ChatGPT support fewer languages but offer higher quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730951109686\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_ChatGPT_better_than_DeepL\"><\/span><strong>Is ChatGPT better than DeepL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>ChatGPT and DeepL play different roles; therefore, one translator is not exactly better. DeepL offers formal and technical translations, while ChatGPT offers flexible and contextually accurate results. Although ChatGPT is not a dedicated translator, it offers more nuanced results.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730951121575\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_professional_translators_use_DeepL\"><\/span><strong>Do professional translators use DeepL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Professional translators often use DeepL due to its nuanced translations, especially for European languages. These professionals use it with human editing to ensure accuracy and cultural relevance. It is useful for translating business communications, academic papers, and documents.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730951131089\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_DeepL_and_Google_Translate_free_to_use\"><\/span><strong>Are DeepL and Google Translate free to use?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>DeepL and Google Translate offer free versions. Google Translate is mostly free and provides access to its features without limits. On the other hand, DeepL&#8217;s free tier offers limited features, while its premium version permits more features. DeepL offers priority access and document editing capabilities, making it more suitable for professional use.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you undecided between choosing DeepL vs Google Translate for your translation tasks? Since they are two of the most popular machine translation tools, there are recurring arguments about the better option. But how do they compare to each other? 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