#6Vasco Translator E1
$3898.7/10
- Works with a phone or pairs with Vasco handhelds (85 languages with Q1/M4/V4 bundle)
- Expensive for earbuds ($389)
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Timekettle
Timekettle W4 Plus review
$379$399Price checked Oct 29, 2026 on the official store. Prices change.
Ranked #4 of 6 translator earbuds we compare, with an editorial score of 8.9/10. Strongest point on paper: online languages (54). Weakest: battery per charge (3).
Editorial score8.9/10
Points out of 10 within the category; "n/a" = not published, left out of the score. Scale 7.8-9.5. How we score
Key specs
- 54Online languages
- 14Offline languages
- 3 hBattery per charge
- 18 hWith charging case
- Not requiredSubscription
Verdict
Best for frequent travellers and professionals who want Timekettle's latest earbuds without a subscription.
What we like
- Choice between one-time purchase (all features unlocked) and cheaper subscription version
- 54 languages / 108 accents, 14 downloadable offline packs
- Meeting summaries and terminology/context retention
What we don't
- Only 3 h continuous use per charge (18 h with case)
- Subscription version locks call/media translation behind a monthly fee after a 7-day trial
- Monthly subscription price not shown on the product page
Full specs
| Online languages | 54 |
|---|---|
| Offline languages | 14 |
| Battery per charge | 3 h |
| With charging case | 18 h |
| Subscription | Not required |
| Fit | Not stated |
| Modes | two-person conversation, on-site listening, media translation, call translation, AI meeting summaries |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Water resistance | Not stated |
Subscription and hidden costs
Price checked on Oct 29, 2026: $379 (list price $399; the lower price is the maker's current offer).
Version priced: One-time Purchase version (no recurring fees); a Subscription version is sold at $319 / promo $299.
No subscription is required according to the maker.
Who it's for
Frequent travellers and professionals who want Timekettle's latest earbuds without a subscription.
Look elsewhere if
- You need long sessions on one charge: the maker rates it at 3 h.
Closest alternatives
Full ranking#6
#3Timekettle W4 Pro
$4499.0/10
- Translates phone calls and video/media audio, not just face-to-face
- Most expensive Timekettle earbuds ($449)
Questions
How much does the Timekettle W4 Plus cost?
$379 on the official store when we checked on Oct 29, 2026, down from a list price of $399. Prices change: the button above leads to the current price.
Does the Timekettle W4 Plus work offline?
Yes, the maker lists 14 offline languages (offline packs included). The full list of 54 languages needs a connection.
Does the Timekettle W4 Plus need a subscription?
No subscription is required according to the maker.
How did you score it? Did you test it?
No lab or field testing. The score is calculated from the maker's published specs and price, with weights published on our methodology page. Here, 100% of the weighted criteria were known.
Related guide: How AI translator earbuds work — and when offline mode matters
Sources
Read on Oct 29, 2026. Specs and prices are the maker's; the score and the verdict are ours.