Translation Solutions for Conferences & Events
Translation Solutions Assessment
These translation solutions have been organized into the following categories: Enabled, Trialed and Explored.
Enabled
Fully vetted for security and ready for immediate use. Accessible to organizers under existing licenses or event management agreements.
Trialed
These tools have either been used at IEEE events or are ready to be trialed. They are available for individual events and may require a new contract.
Explored
These have not yet been vetted by IEEE IT but have been reviewed by our Subject Matter Experts for potential use.
Translation Platforms: Summary & Key Features
The following translation solutions have been identified by CEE Subject Matter Experts as quality options for use. This list is non-exhaustive, and other solutions may exist that are not here. If you have a translation solution that you have used or are interested in exploring, please send it to the CEE team for potential sharing with the IEEE organizing community.
Boostlingo
An AI‑powered interpreting and translation platform that delivers real‑time speech translation, live captions, and transcripts for meetings and events.
Assessment Status: Explored
Best For: Ideal for virtual events, but also supports in-person and hybrid events of any size.
- Provides real-time AI translation and live captions in 130+ languages for in-person, hybrid, and virtual events.
- Offers live transcripts and downloadable session summaries after events.
- Attendees can scan a QR code to join and follow along in their preferred language.
- Accessible on both web and mobile platforms, working with tools like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and browser‑based meetings.
- Subscription and usage‑based pricing, with custom quotes based on services, users, and event needs.
>> Visit Boostlingo
Interprefy Now
A mobile AI speech translation tool that delivers real‑time spoken translation and live captions for meetings and events. It runs on attendees’ smartphones with no extra hardware or complex setup.
Assessment Status: Enabled
Best For: Small to medium‑sized in‑person meetings (up to 100 participants)
- Supports 80+ languages with automatic on‑demand selection with no need to pre‑configure languages before the event.
- Works on smartphones with the Interprefy app with no additional equipment required.
- Organizers share a QR code for attendees to join and choose their preferred language.
- Users can hear translated audio and view captions, with controls to toggle original speaker audio.
- Customizable monthly packages based on usage, only the organizer needs a subscription.
*Please Note: Interprefy and Interprefy Now are separate offerings. Interprefy provides managed remote interpretation, while Interprefy Now delivers instant AI-powered translation and captions via smartphone.
>> Visit Interprefy Now
KUDO
A platform that combines real-time AI translation with optional professional human interpreters for meetings, webinars, and live events.
Assessment Status: Trialed
Best For: In-person and virtual events of all sizes
- Provides real‑time speech translation and captions using AI and/or professional interpreters.
- Supports 60+ languages with AI and 200+ languages via human interpreters.
- Integrates with major platforms including Teams, Zoom, Webex, and more.
- Attendees join sessions via a shared link or QR code to select their language.
- Offers multilingual transcripts and session recordings after events.
- Translated audio available in multiple language options.
- Usage-based pricing with optional interpreter services.
>> Visit KUDO
Mixhalo
A real‑time audio platform that streams event audio and AI‑powered interpretation directly to attendees’ smartphones.
Assessment Status: Explored
Best For: Larger-scale in-person events with 1,000+ attendees.
- Supports real-time interpretation and transcription in 50+ languages
- Streams live audio and AI translation directly to attendees’ devices without extra hardware.
- Attendees access audio and language options via a link or QR code on their device.
- Users can select between multiple live audio streams during sessions.
- On-site technician support to handle the tool and ensure a smooth event experience.
- Event-based pricing with customizable options to meet scale and needs.
>> Visit Mixhalo
Stenomatic
An AI‑powered live translation platform that delivers real‑time voice‑to‑voice interpretation and translated captions for meetings, events, and calls.
Assessment Status: Explored
Best For: Virtual and hybrid events of any size.
- Supports 130+ languages and dialects for simultaneous multi‑language translation.
- Provides real‑time voice‑to‑voice interpretation and translated captions using AI technology.
- Attendees access live translations via a web link on mobile or desktop with no app download required.
- Works with major meeting platforms including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webex, and more.
- Offers pay‑as‑you‑go pricing and custom event pricing based on scale and support needs.
>> Visit Stenomatic
Wordly
An AI‑powered translation platform that delivers real‑time translation, captions, transcripts, and summaries for meetings and events.
Assessment Status: Enabled
Best For: Events of all sizes for virtual, hybrid or in-person.
- Provides real-time voice-to-voice AI translation and captioning in 50+ languages.
- Attendees join via QR code or URL on phones, tablets, or computers with no download required.
- Provides live transcripts and post‑event summaries for documentation and review.
- Offers custom glossary tools to improve translation quality for specific terms over time
- Works with major video conferencing and event platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webex and more.
>> Visit Wordly
Comparison of Platforms
| Features | Boostlingo | Google Live Translate | Interprefy Now | KUDO | Mixhalo | Stenomatic | Wordly |
| Price Range | $$ | Free | $ | $$‑$$$ | $$-$$$ | $-$$ | $$ |
| Supported Languages | 130+ | 23+ | 80+ | 60+ | 50+ | 130+ | 60+ |
| Best For | Virtual but can support in-person, hybrid | In-person informal conversation | In-person but can support virtual, hybrid | In-person, virtual, hybrid | In-person | Virtual and hybrid but can support in-person | In-person, virtual, hybrid |
| Event Size | All sizes | Individual or small group | Up to 100 participants | All sizes | 1,000+ | All sizes | All sizes |
| Self-Service | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Limited (on-site support) | Yes | yes |
| Integrations | Zoom, Teams, Webex | - | Zoom, Teams | Zoom, Teams, Webex | Event app/SDK | Zoom, Teams, Webex | Zoom, Teams, Webex |
| # of Simultaneous Translations | 6 | 1-2 | Unlimited | 32 | 50 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Device Access | Mobile, desktop | Mobile, tablet (iOS & Android) | Mobile, desktop | Mobile, desktop | Mobile | Mobile, desktop | Mobile, desktop |
| Custom Terminology | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Limited | Limited | Yes |
| Captions | Yes | Limited | Yes | Yes | Limited | Yes | Yes |
| Transcripts | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Vetted By IEEE IT & Security | Pending | - | Yes | Yes | Pending | Pending | Yes |
Built-In Meeting Platform Features & Add-Ons
| Feature | Google Meet (Free) | Microsoft Teams Meetings (Paid) | Webex (Paid) | Zoom (Paid) |
| Add-On Requirement | Live captions; translated captions via Workspace AI add-ons | Teams Premium or Microsoft 365 Copilot | Real‑time translation add‑on; Webex Assistant included | Translated captions add‑on or certain paid plans |
| Translation Type | Live captions and translated captions | Live translated captions + transcription | Real‑time translation & transcription | Automated captions + translated captions; interpretation channels |
| Languages Supported | 87 captions; 69+ translated | 30+ translated & caption languages | 15 spoken, 100+ captions with license | 12 automated, 35 translated captions; 25 interpretation channels |
| Max Languages Per Meeting | Multiple selectable | 6-10 | Up to 5 simultaneously | 25 interpretation channels; translated captions selectable |
| Post-Meeting Transcripts | Available; translated depends on add-on | Available | English by default; expanded with license | Captions included; translated captions in transcript |
Note: It is recommended to visit the vendor website for more information on the latest updates to tool capabilities and functionality, ensuring they meet the needs of your event.
Case Studies
IEEE Tech Frontiers: Currents in Conferences: Power, Photovoltaics, & AI
Event Format: Virtual (Tailored to Mandarin Speaking Audiences)
Supported with Interprefy
In December 2024, CEE hosted a virtual event called IEEE Tech Frontiers: Currents in Conferences: Power, Photovoltaics, & AI, tailored for a Mandarin Chinese-speaking audience. With 2,500 attendees, the event highlighted three distinguished IEEE conferences covering hot topics ranging from power, photovoltaics, and artificial intelligence. By incorporating an interpretation component into the virtual event, CEE made the content accessible to individuals who benefit from listening to information in their native language. This effort helped keep the Mandarin Chinese-speaking audience engaged and connected to the IEEE global conference community. It also strengthened relationships with regional experts and partners, highlighting the value of offering content in multiple languages.
IEEE Region 9 Rising Stars 2025
Event Format: In-Person
Supported with Wordly
In August 2025, CEE supported the Rising Stars Latin America Conference event by implementing Wordly, a real-time translation platform, for both Main stage and multiple concurrent breakout sessions. Attendees accessed translations via QR codes, enabling seamless participation in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. This approach enhanced accessibility for a diverse audience, fostering inclusive engagement and ensuring all attendees could follow the content in their preferred language. Positive feedback from attendees, organizers, and the A/V team highlighted Wordly’s impact, demonstrating the value of multilingual support and generating interest in future meetings and events with translation capabilities.