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LILT alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll translation tools

Top picks

  • Phrase logo

    Best overall

    Phrase

    Starting price: $27 per month, billed annually (Freelancer)

  • DeepL logo

    Best free option

    DeepL

    Starting price: €7.49/month billed annually (Individual)

Common reasons people leave LILT: no published prices; every plan goes through sales, and built for enterprise programmes, too heavy for small teams or one-off jobs. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces LILT, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Phrase currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Phrase logoPhrasePaid$27 per month, billed annually (Freelancer)NoWeb6 of 679.8
2DeepL logoDeepLFree plan + paid€7.49/month billed annually (Individual)NoWeb, Windows, macOS +37 of 774.4
3Smartling logoSmartlingFree plan + paid—NoWeb6 of 668.8
4Lokalise logoLokalisePaid$149 a month (Explorer)NoWeb3 of 367.0
5Smartcat logoSmartcatPaid$1,200 a year, billed annually (Adapt)NoWeb4 of 461.8
6Gengo logoGengoPaidFrom $0.09 per word (Standard)NoWeb5 of 555.9
  1. Phrase logo

    1. PhraseTop pick

    Best for: Enterprises and language service providers running high-volume translation programs

    PaidWeb

    79.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from LILT

    Full localization suite with a TMS, machine translation hub and strong developer tooling.

    Pros

    • Covers documents, content and software strings in one suite
    • Strong vendor and workflow management
    • AI quality estimation and machine translation routing

    Cons

    • Expensive for small teams
    • Several products to learn and configure
    • Most plans billed annually
    Visit Phrase Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Phrase a good LILT alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free trial
    14 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026phrase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Support
    24/7 on all plans
    Checked Nov 8, 2026phrase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    Figma, Slack, WordPress and more
    Checked Nov 8, 2026phrase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $27 per month, billed annually (Freelancer)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026phrase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional plan
    $525 per month, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026phrase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team plan
    $1,245 per month, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026phrase.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. DeepL logo

    2. DeepL

    Best for: People and teams who want fluent translations of documents and email in widely spoken languages

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    74.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from LILT

    High-quality machine translation with self-serve plans, for teams that don't need managed workflows.

    Pros

    • Translations often read more naturally than other engines
    • Translates whole Word, PowerPoint and PDF files with layout kept
    • Glossaries and formality controls for consistent terminology
    • Paid plans exclude your texts from model training

    Cons

    • Supports fewer languages than Google or Microsoft
    • Free tier limits text length and file translations
    • Advanced team features need the pricier plans
    Visit DeepL Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is DeepL a good LILT alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Starting price
    €7.49/month billed annually (Individual)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team price
    €24.99 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Individual character limit
    300,000 characters/month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team plan
    €24.99 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business plan
    €49.99 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026deepl.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Smartling logo

    3. Smartling

    Best for: Enterprises that want software, content and human translation services from one vendor

    Free plan + paidWeb

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from LILT

    Enterprise translation management with machine and human translation services under one contract.

    Pros

    • Software platform and human translation from one vendor
    • Website proxy translation without code changes
    • Many enterprise connectors

    Cons

    • Main plans are quote-based and enterprise-priced
    • Complex for small teams
    • Free entry plan covers only basic document translation
    Visit Smartling Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Smartling a good LILT alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, Core plan is free to start
    Checked Nov 1, 2026smartling.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    50+ software platforms
    Checked Nov 8, 2026smartling.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Analyst recognition
    Leader, Forrester Wave Localization Services Q3 2026
    Checked Oct 29, 2026smartling.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Machine translation
    From $0.0075 per word
    Checked Nov 1, 2026smartling.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI translation
    From $0.06 per word
    Checked Nov 1, 2026smartling.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Human translation
    From $0.20 per word
    Checked Nov 1, 2026smartling.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Lokalise logo

    4. Lokalise

    Best for: Product teams localizing apps who want tight Figma, Git and mobile SDK workflows

    PaidWeb

    67.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from LILT

    Localization platform popular with software teams, with self-serve pricing and many integrations.

    Pros

    • Strong Figma, GitHub and mobile over-the-air integrations
    • Clean, approachable editor for translators
    • Built-in AI translation and QA checks

    Cons

    • No free plan beyond the trial
    • Pricing climbs quickly for growing teams
    • Advanced workflows require the top tiers
    Visit Lokalise Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.1563
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Lokalise a good LILT alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Starting price
    $149 a month (Explorer)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026lokalise.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Growth plan
    $379 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026lokalise.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days, no card required
    Checked Nov 8, 2026lokalise.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Smartcat logo

    5. Smartcat

    Best for: Companies wanting AI translation plus on-demand human reviewers in one platform

    PaidWeb

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from LILT

    AI translation platform with a built-in marketplace of freelance linguists and lower entry cost.

    Pros

    • AI translation and human linguist marketplace in one place
    • Handles documents, websites, video and software content
    • Translation memory and glossaries built in

    Cons

    • Entry pricing is high for small teams
    • Product framing changes frequently
    • Annual billing only on published plans
    Visit Smartcat Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Smartcat a good LILT alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    $1,200 a year, billed annually (Adapt)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026smartcat.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Linguist marketplace
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026smartcat.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026smartcat.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Accelerate plan
    Custom pricing
    Checked Nov 8, 2026smartcat.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Gengo logo

    6. GengoAcquired

    Best for: Businesses translating product listings, reviews or support content by the word without a contract

    PaidWeb

    55.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from LILT

    Pay-per-word human translation without a platform contract, for smaller or occasional volumes.

    Pros

    • Clear per-word prices with no minimum spend or setup fee
    • Large pool of pre-tested translators who start jobs quickly
    • API with sandbox and client libraries for automated orders

    Cons

    • Service is moving to Lionbridge technology from January 2027
    • Crowd translators are less suited to legal or highly technical text
    • No translation memory or localization workflow like a full TMS
    Visit Gengo Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Gengo a good LILT alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Starting price
    From $0.09 per word (Standard)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gengo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Minimum order
    None
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gengo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Translators
    21,000+ pre-tested
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gengo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes, with sandbox
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gengo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Lionbridge
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gengo.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best LILT alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Phrase logo

Best LILT alternative for most people

Phrase

Full localization suite with a TMS, machine translation hub and strong developer tooling.

DeepL logo

Best LILT alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

DeepL

High-quality machine translation with self-serve plans, for teams that don't need managed workflows.

DeepL logo

Best LILT alternative for Mac

DeepL

High-quality machine translation with self-serve plans, for teams that don't need managed workflows.

DeepL logo

Best LILT alternative for Windows

DeepL

High-quality machine translation with self-serve plans, for teams that don't need managed workflows.

DeepL logo

Best LILT alternative for iPhone and Android

DeepL

High-quality machine translation with self-serve plans, for teams that don't need managed workflows.

Smartling logo

Best LILT alternative for working in the browser

Smartling

Enterprise translation management with machine and human translation services under one contract.

LILT alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to LILT?

Phrase ranks first right now. Full localization suite with a TMS, machine translation hub and strong developer tooling. DeepL and Smartling follow it in our ranking.

LILT vs Phrase: what's the difference?

Both LILT and Phrase are paid products. Both run on Web.

Is LILT free?

LILT is a paid product.

How much do LILT alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked LILT alternatives: Phrase, $27 per month, billed annually (Freelancer); DeepL, €7.49/month billed annually (Individual); Lokalise, $149 a month (Explorer); Smartcat, $1,200 a year, billed annually (Adapt); Gengo, From $0.09 per word (Standard). Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to LILT?

Yes. DeepL (free plan + paid) and Smartling (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to LILT?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from LILT?

The complaints we hear most: no published prices; every plan goes through sales; built for enterprise programmes, too heavy for small teams or one-off jobs; human verification is billed on top of the platform fee.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces LILT, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.