StreamTranslateDababel app: what it does and what is free
Looking for the Dababel translator or wondering whether it is free? Here is what the official app listings confirm, plus the practical differences when you want translated captions on your own stream.
Free Plan: 3 active streaming hours every month. Card required; no payment unless you upgrade.
What does Dababel do?
The developer describes text translation, voice dubbing and Universal Mode for understanding live or recorded content on a device. Its examples include conversations, travel, business calls and gaming. Both Apple’s listing and Google Play describe those uses.
Those features cover several different jobs. Hearing translated speech in an app and placing readable subtitles over an OBS broadcast need different setups. Before choosing a tool, decide whether you want translated audio for yourself, captions for your viewers, or both.
Is Dababel free?
The download is free; the listing also includes paid purchases. The US App Store shows the following options. These are listed purchase prices, not a verified monthly price comparison.
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| Purchase | Listed price in USD |
|---|---|
| Dababel – Starter | $4.99 |
| Dababel Pro | $8.99 |
| Dababel Premium | $14.99 |
| Credit top-ups | Separate in-app purchases |
The public list does not establish each plan’s renewal interval, included credits or free usage allowance. Check the purchase screen for those terms and your region’s price before subscribing. Source: Dababel’s official US App Store listing.
Choose the output your stream needs
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| Tool | Workflow | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Dababel | Mobile voice and text translation, with dubbing and Universal Mode. | Supported language pair, device routing and the in-app usage terms. |
| StreamTranslate | Live subtitles in 65 languages, with a Browser Source overlay and an official Twitch extension. | Your audio input, target language, subtitle layout and streaming hours. |
| LocalVocal | An OBS plugin with speech recognition and translation support. | Installation, model selection and the load on your streaming computer. |
LocalVocal can run on a CPU; a GPU is optional. Its official repository documents local transcription and translation. Dababel’s app capabilities come from its developer listing; the comparison is about workflow, without a speed or accuracy ranking.
For StreamTranslate, an overlay becomes part of your broadcast image. The official Twitch extension is a separate player experience. Neither should be confused with the platform’s native CC button.
Rehearse with your own language pair
Use the words your audience will hear
Read a short introduction, a fast sentence and a few names or gaming terms. Test the exact spoken and target languages you need.
Check the output in context
For translated audio, listen for clarity and timing. For stream captions, make a local OBS recording with your usual game, alerts and microphone active.
Read it at viewer size
Replay the recording on a phone. Keep subtitles clear of the game HUD and leave enough space for longer translations.
Compare the result you can read and hear, then choose the setup you can manage while streaming. This rehearsal is more useful than assuming one app works better for every language pair.
StreamTranslate plans for live captions
Free Plan: 3 hours every month. Card required; no payment unless you upgrade. Starter is $14.99/mo for 25 hours; Pro is $34.99/mo for 50 hours; Elite is $149/mo with unlimited streaming hours. Stream Pass is $12 one-time for 12 hours. The $1 first-month Starter offer is for first-time customers. Compare plans and current offers.
Questions about this setup
What is the Dababel app?
Dababel is a voice and text translation app. Its official listings describe dubbing and Universal Mode for understanding live or recorded content on a device.
Is Dababel free to use?
Dababel is free to download and offers in-app purchases. The public App Store listing does not confirm an unlimited free translation plan or the amount of free usage.
Are the listed Dababel prices monthly?
The public purchase list shows prices but does not establish the billing interval. Check the in-app purchase screen for renewal terms and included credits.
Does LocalVocal require a GPU?
No. Its official repository documents CPU support as well as optional GPU acceleration, and it supports translation.
How many languages does StreamTranslate support?
StreamTranslate supports 65 languages for live captions. Its Browser Source overlay and official Twitch extension are separate ways to display captions.
Official references
- Dababel: official US App Store listing
- Dababel: official Google Play listing
- LocalVocal: official repository and installation guide
Reviewed October 12, 2026. Provider features and offers can change; use the linked provider pages for current details.
Put captions on your next stream
65 live translation languages. A Browser Source overlay and an official Twitch extension.