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Lokalise is loved by localization teams at 3000+ global companies
Here’s why Lokalise is the #1 Crowdin alternative
Industry-leading support
Get unbeatable support, available 24/7 on Slack and via email, with a focus on true resolution.
Transparent pricing
Support is included and you won’t go over budget as you grow, thanks to our scalable pricing structure.
Easy to set up and use
Lokalise is known as the easiest-to-use localization platform in the industry, making it simple and quick for anyone to learn.
Lokalise
Crowdin
Free plan
Pricing structure
Keys hosted (unlimited words/key)
We charge only for the base language string, keeping costs even as your content grows
Words hosted
(can get costly quickly as the number of languages increases)
Over the-air (OTA) updates
We only charge for bandwidth
They charge per request and bandwidth
Over-the-air delivery quota included
Unlimited projects
Available on all plans
Only available on higher tier plans
Ease of setup
8.8/10 on G2
8.4/10 on G2
24/7 support on Slack, email
Included in all plans, with a CSAT score of 97%
Only available on higher-tier plans
1:1 support
Dedicated success manager
Technical support to troubleshoot issues
Documentation and resources
Comprehensive documentation, developer hub, API playground, and Academy with free jump-start courses
Documentation for integrations is lacking and there’s no API playground
Security
Highest security standards
SOC 2 Type 2 certified, ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27017 certified, and HIPAA-compliant
Not SOC 2 Type 2 certified
ISO/IEC 27001 and HIPAA-compliant only available on the Enterprise plan
User-friendly for non-technical teams
“We managed to find everything we needed [inside Lokalise], something we couldn't do with Crowdin."
“Confusing and cluttered UI”
Automated workflows
Available from lower-tier plans upwards
Only available on higher tier plans
Workflow scheduling
Group localization tasks into one workflow to avoid minimum translation fees.
Workflows cannot be scheduled (they only run when new content is imported).
Filter content that doesn’t need to be translated
Built-in AI translation tool with multiple LLMs
Software localization
File localization
CLI
Design plugins
CMS plugins
Glossary
Translation memory
Localize at scale with an industry-leading API
Lokalise RESTful API is supported by clear how-to documentation and script templates for faster implementation.
6 API calls per second
33 Webhooks
7 pre-made SDKs
95 endpoints
Don’t fall for Crowdin’s pricing
Crowdin might look cheaper initially, but once you’ve paid extra for missing essential features, words, and support, you’ll end up paying double your initial quote!
What Lokalise offers that Crowdin doesn’t
More control and predictability in your budgeting. Keep costs to a minimum even as your team and content grow
Flexible pricing based on hosted keys, not words. Add unlimited words to each key and translate into as many languages as you like without extra costs (we only charge for the base language string)
Industry-leading support on all plans, including troubleshooting with technical experts
Unlimited projects on all plans
More features on lower-tier plans, like integrations, automations, and customization options
What about unlimited translator seats on Crowdin?
It’s true, Crowdin offers unlimited translator seats, but with limited features and permissions for translators. They can’t approve strings or access private projects, so you’ll end up sharing your credentials with them! While Crowdin focuses heavily on translation features (G2 reviews reveal ours are better), translators find Crowdin unintuitive, leading to more time spent on tasks.
Customer satisfaction exceeds industry standards
Our customer support team is hands-on and will work through problems with you, making Lokalise feel like a true partner, not just a platform. Crowdin’s support team is half the size of Lokalise’s, with users saying that communication and support from Crowdin are limited leading to unnecessary delays.
What you can expect with Lokalise
24/7 support and free live chat
Average response time of under 2 minutes
Advanced troubleshooting with technical experts
Clear and comprehensive documentation
Dedicated onboarding
The painful lack of support from Crowdin led to lost time
“The problem we had with Crowdin was communication problems. They didn't understand, they kept changing. They didn’t pass on the info and we had to explain everything again. So support for us is crucial.”
Head of Localization in SaaS
Mid-market (501-1000 emp)
Need a localization platform that you can find your way around?
Lokalise is voted the most user-friendly localization platform by G2. Users find keys, features, and functionalities inside Lokalise with ease, and complete tasks in just one step, not five. You won’t have to worry about system slowdowns on more complex projects either. We built our platform to scale with your needs.
What Lokalise offers that Crowdin doesn’t
User-friendly interface that all teams can use
Flexible infrastructure that suits key-based and file systems
Easy-to-filter-out content that doesn’t need translating
No-code automations built into workflow templates
Option to update a string once for all languages
It takes time to do simple tasks with Crowdin but not with Lokalise
“Every change, even if it's just a letter, you need to do a lot of things until you change that one letter. So it takes time—even if you need to do a new release. But with Lokalise, the working flow we are creating with the developers, designers, makes it very easy to work with other teams.”
Localization manager,
SMB (101-250 emp)
A lot of manual work with Crowdin
“Crowdin’s not that comfortable to use because if you want to make any changes, you need to download the file separately, then you need to add your changes into the file, then make the changes in GitHub. So it's like a lot of manual work from the project manager side.”
Project Manager in healthcare
Small-Business business in healthcare
Crowdin’s hard-to-use interface makes simple tasks hard
“The interface is hard to use, even after years of experience. Syncing tools like Zendesk is slow and complicated, and simple tasks like finding new articles, requesting translations, or setting up automatic updates take too much effort.”
User in Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Choose quality over quantity
Although Crowdin boasts a large number of integrations, not all are essential or well-maintained. We provide the most popular and relevant integrations for development tech stacks, ensuring seamless workflows without the clutter of unnecessary or poorly maintained options.
What Lokalise offers
Easy-to-set-up and well-maintained integrations
Robust API/CLI for custom integrations
The most reliable and secure localization platform
We have a higher level of security compliance than Crowdin. We’ve also heard that our platform is more stable and less buggy, ensuring a smoother, more reliable experience.
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