Lokalise

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The most user-friendly localization platform

How to Replace Lokalise

Overview

Lokalise is a continuous localization platform that helps tech teams automate and collaborate on translation and localization projects. It enables companies to reach global markets by automating workflows, managing multiple projects in one place, and accelerating international growth with AI-powered translation capabilities.

Features

68 features across 14 categories

AI(9)

AI ScoringAIPremium

AI-powered scoring of translation quality

AI Style Guide ContextAIPremium

Add a style guide to give the AI context for more accurate translations

Auto-Translate with AIAI

Set up automation rules with a few clicks to auto-approve and reuse translations

Context-aware AI TranslationAIPremium

AI translation with context awareness for better accuracy

Custom AI Profiles (RAG)AIPremium

Create custom AI profiles using retrieval-augmented generation

Lokalise AI TranslationAIPremium

Translate 8X faster with AI and no loss in quality, saving up to 70% in costs

Multi-LLM SupportAIPremium

Support for multiple language models for translation

Niche Terminology TranslationAIPremium

Correctly translate niche terminology with AI

Smart RoutingAIPremium

Intelligent routing of translations based on content type

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

API(4)

Pre-made SDKs

10 pre-made SDKs to jump-start multilingual projects without custom solutions

RESTful API

Industry-leading API with 95 endpoints and clear documentation for faster implementation

SDKs and OTA

Translate apps without building and submitting a new release with OTA updates

Webhooks

33 webhooks to get notified about updates in localization projects

Analytics(5)

Granular Tasks Data Export

Download detailed task data for analysis

Lokalise Analytics

Analyze localization and translation data to optimize processes and get ROI

Project Activity Tracking

Monitor all activities within projects

Translator Statistics

Track and analyze translator productivity and performance metrics

Vendor Rate Profiles

Manage and track rates for external translation vendors

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(4)

Automated Workflow Imports

Automate translation imports, updates, and exports

Continuous Localization Workflows

Create automated localization workflows to reduce manual tasks and empower developers

Workflow Templates

Pre-built workflow templates for common localization scenarios

Workflow Triggers

Automated workflow triggers for event-based actions

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Collaboration(6)

Auto SnapshotsPremium

Automatic snapshot creation for version tracking

Collaborative Web Editor

Real-time collaborative translation editor for teams

Document Versioning

Version control for translation documents

Git-like Version Control

Track changes and revert them if needed with version control for localization

Multi-branch Project Support

Work on multiple branches of your project simultaneously

Tasks and Task Locks

Create translation tasks with the ability to lock tasks for specific translators

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

File Support(2)

Paged Documents (Adobe Formats)Premium

Support for Adobe InDesign and other Adobe formats

Paged Documents (Microsoft, HTML)

Support for Microsoft Office and HTML paged documents

Integration(3)

Figma Integration

Connect Figma designs to translate UI copy directly

GitHub Integration for Localization

Jump-start localization with GitHub by connecting code repositories

Jira Integration

Connect Jira for translation project management

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Platform Support(5)

Documentation Translation

Translate guides and FAQs into every language

Game Localization

Localize games for players in every market

Marketing Content Localization

Connect content tools to localize blogs, campaigns, and emails

Mobile App Localization

Localize design and UI copy for iOS and Android apps

Website Localization

Connect code repo, Figma, and CMS to localize websites

QA(2)

QA ChecksAI

13 built-in QA checks and AI-powered QA reports

Spelling and Grammar Checks

Automatic spelling and grammar checking

Security(6)

Audit Logs

Comprehensive audit logs for compliance and security

Permissions Management

Control user access and permissions at granular level

Secure Password Configuration

Enhanced password security settings and policies

Single Sign-On (SAML)

SAML-based SSO for enterprise authentication

Two-Factor Authentication

2FA support for enhanced account security

User Groups

Create user groups for easier permission management

Support(10)

24/7 Customer Support

Round-the-clock customer support

Dedicated Customer Success ManagerPremium

Dedicated CSM for enterprise customers

Developer Hub

Access clear documentation, API tutorials, changelogs, and tech support

Digital Success Services

Onboarding and success services for teams

Premium Success ServicesPremium

Premium success tier with enhanced support

Priority SupportPremium

Priority support queue for faster resolution

Private Communication ChannelPremium

Private dedicated communication channel

Regular Business ReviewsPremium

Scheduled reviews with support team

Solutions EngineerPremium

Access to solutions engineers for technical guidance

Workflow AuditsPremium

Audit and optimize localization workflows

Translation(1)

Bulk Translation

Translate in bulk into 30+ languages

Translation Management(7)

Glossary Management

Create and manage shared glossaries for consistent terminology

In-context EditorsPremium

Web and mobile in-context editors for translating content

Screenshots SupportPremium

Add screenshots for context during translation

Style Guide ManagementPremium

Create and manage brand style guides for translations

Translation History

Track and review translation history

Translation Memory

Store and reuse translations across projects

Translation Memory ManagementPremium

Advanced management of translation memory with full control

Workflow(4)

Branching Support

Work with project branches for parallel localization workflows

Chained Tasks

Create dependent tasks that trigger sequentially

Custom Translation Statuses

Define custom statuses for translation workflow stages

Custom Workflows

Create fully customized workflows tailored to your process

Pricing

Free

Free
  • Use Lokalise for free, forever
  • Collaborative web-based editor
  • Basic translation management
  • Translation memory
  • Glossary
  • Permissions management
  • 24/7 support

Explorer

$144/mo
  • Everything in Free, plus
  • Increased hosted words
  • Standard AI/MT translated words
  • Multiple projects
  • Multiple languages
  • Standard seats
  • Processed words
  • Integrations
  • Automations
  • OTA calls
  • Tasks
  • Task locks
  • Custom translation statuses
  • Versioning of documents
  • Translation history
  • Spelling/Grammar checks

Growth

$499/mo
  • Everything in Explorer, plus
  • Pro AI translated words
  • Advanced seats
  • Paged documents (Microsoft, HTML)
  • Paged documents (Adobe Formats)
  • In-context editors (web, mobile)
  • Screenshots
  • Shared Glossary
  • Translation memory management
  • Styleguide
  • Auto snapshots
  • Chained tasks
  • Branching
  • Workflow triggers
  • Workflow templates
  • Custom workflows
  • Analytics
  • Translator statistics
  • Project activity
  • Audit logs
  • Vendor rate profiles
  • Ability to download granular tasks data
  • Priority support
  • Digital success services

Advanced

Popular
$999/mo
  • Everything in Growth, plus
  • Context-aware AI
  • AI Scoring
  • Multi-LLM
  • Smart Routing
  • Custom AI profiles (RAG)
  • Dedicated CSM manager
  • Regular business reviews
  • Private communication channel
  • Solutions engineer
  • Premium success
  • Workflow audits

Enterprise

Custom
  • Everything in Advanced, plus
  • Bespoke security and support needs
  • Custom implementation
  • Premium success services

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Lokalise

Monthly$144/mo
Yearly$1.7k/yr
5-Year Total$8.6k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~8 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyEasy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $1.5k
SaaS
$1.7k
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $4.5k
SaaS
$5.2k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $7.4k
SaaS
$8.6k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 68 features at easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Lokalise alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 68 features.

Buy Lokalise

Better Value
Monthly cost$1,440/mo
3-year total$51,840
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$60,000
Maintenance$900/mo
3-year total$92,400
Dev time~5 months

Buying Lokalise saves ~$40,560 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 68 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

5 known integrations

AWS MarketplaceFigmaGitHubGitLabJira