Localize vs. lokalise

Two Powerful Solutions For Enterprise Translation

We are often asked how the Localize compares to Lokalise. So, we did the research with the aim to provide a fair comparison. We acknowledge there are times when Lokalise is a fit, and times where Localize is better suited.

Our Fair Comparison

This guide should help anyone seeking localization services at the highest levels to make an educated choice.

Lokalise

Multiple Industry Focused

HISTORY

Lokalise is a Latvia-based startup founded in 2017, designed originally for tech-driven startups. The product is a cloud‑based software platform that streamlines the translation & localization process and team collaboration.

CUSTOMERS

Lokalise serves customers ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Notable industries include finance, e‑commerce, SaaS, and gaming.

DEPLOYMENT

Lokalise uses file‑based transfers that are semi‑automated through their API, enabling translation workflows using repositories like Github.

KEY SIMILARITIES

Notable Client Roster
Billions of Strings Translated
Mobile app (iOS and Android file formats)

KEY DIFFERENTIATORS

* Likely Positive *
Recent influx of investment capital
Strong in mobile app translation
A focus more on human translation
Based in Northern Europe
Strong translation memory
*Likely Negative*
Hosted key limits
15 seat limit
Monthly Active Users caps

PRICE

Basic plans range from $120/mo to $585/mo with Enterprise pricing estimated at $4,200+ per month. 10-15 seats are included in most plans, with additional seats costing more. Priority support is only available at the enterprise tier.

Localize

SaaS Industry Focused

HISTORY

The Localize journey started in 2015 with the simple idea that translating websites and apps should be easier. The product is a cloud‑based software platform that automates the translation & localization process of dynamic sites and web apps.

CUSTOMERS

Localize serves primarily SMB & enterprise clients. Notable industries include SaaS, higher ed, e‑commerce, government, and agencies.

DEPLOYMENT

The Localize JavaScript SDK installs with one line of code and enables fully automatic content detection and translation delivery.

KEY SIMILARITIES

Notable Client Roster
Billions of Strings Translated
Mobile app (iOS and Android file formats)

KEY DIFFERENTIATORS

* Likely Positive *
Automatic content detection
No need for file management
Translator agnostic (machine vs human)
Based in the USA
Unlimited hosted keys/phrases
* Likely Negative *
Not as strong in gaming
Primarily servicing North American companies

PRICE

Basic plans range from $50/mo to $625/mo with Enterprise plans starting at $3,500 per-month.No setup or per‑seat fees. Additional services like machine translation services and human translators may be added to any plan a la carte.

Helping 1000+ Companies Go Global

80%
Reduction in time to market
9 in 10
Traffic increase in target languages
40%
Reduction in human translation costs

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