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DeepTranslate vs DeepL
DeepL is a strong general-purpose translator for major languages. DeepTranslate (deeptranslate.eu) is a translation engine for regional and minority European languages, built into broadcasters' subtitle workflows. The two are separate companies. As of October 2026, DeepL offers glossaries for 32 major languages and none for regional ones. Here is where each one fits.
Last checked 14 October 2026
How do DeepTranslate and DeepL compare?
| Topic | DeepL | DeepTranslate |
|---|---|---|
| Language focus | DeepL: Major world languages | DeepTranslate: Regional and minority European languages |
| Luxembourgish | DeepL: Listed | DeepTranslate: In daily production at RTL Lëtzebuerg |
| Romansh, Frisian, Faroese, Sámi, Sorbian, Swiss German, Nynorsk | DeepL: Not listed (2026) | DeepTranslate: In the lab or on request |
| Glossaries | DeepL: 32 major languages, none regional or minority (Oct 2026) | DeepTranslate: Every pair we run, set up per language pair |
| Quality check | DeepL: Not included | DeepTranslate: QA agent on every segment |
| Workflow | DeepL: Apps and a general API | DeepTranslate: Built into broadcast subtitle workflows |
| Hosting | DeepL: EU, US or Asia-Pacific by default; region lock as a paid add-on (2026) | DeepTranslate: EU only, with a dedicated environment option |
DeepL is a trademark of DeepL SE. Google Translate is a trademark of Google LLC. Names are used for identification only. Facts checked against public documentation on 14 October 2026.
When is DeepL the better choice?
For major languages and general documents, DeepL is fast and good. Use it.
If your content is in English, German or French and goes to other major languages, you may not need us at all.
When is DeepTranslate the better choice?
- Your audience speaks a regional or minority language.
- Subtitles go on air, so a fluent mistake is not acceptable.
- You need your names, places and house terms right every time.
- Your content has to stay in the EU, in an environment set up just for you.
Frequently asked questions
Is DeepTranslate part of DeepL?
No. DeepTranslate (deeptranslate.eu) is an independent company, deeptranslate OÜ. It is not part of DeepL SE and is not connected to deeptranslate.ai. The names are similar, the products are not.
Can we use both?
Yes. Many teams keep DeepL for major languages and use DeepTranslate for the rest.
DeepL lists Luxembourgish. Why use you?
Listed is not the same as ready for broadcast. We configure the engine per pair, check every segment, and run it in daily production at RTL Lëtzebuerg.