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Lokalise vs XTM Cloud

Lokalise logo

Lokalise

Translation

New packages to fuel your revenue growth

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
XTM Cloud logo

XTM Cloud

Translation

Enterprise translation management from XTM International, now the centre of a private-equity backed roll-up that also owns Transifex

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Lokalise has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Lokalise there is no free tier; the entry Explorer plan starts at $144 per month; XTM Cloud no pricing is published for any product in the range, and unlike most quoted vendors XTM does not even disclose the unit of measure, so a buyer cannot tell whether to forecast seats, words or projects before the first sales call.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Lokalise and XTM Cloud actually diverge.

Attributes where Lokalise and XTM Cloud differ
AttributeLokaliseXTM Cloud
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionquote
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebWeb, API

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Translation).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Lokalise

Nothing recorded that XTM Cloud does not also cover.

Only in XTM Cloud

  • Workflow engine
  • Translation memory and terminology
  • Browser CAT editor
  • Connector marketplace
  • XTM Rigi
  • XTRF business management

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Lokalise

  • Automating multi-product translation workflowsnot XTM Cloud
  • Integrating GitHub and GitLab for code localizationnot XTM Cloud
  • Translating Figma designs for global audiencesnot XTM Cloud
  • Maintaining consistency with translation memorynot XTM Cloud

XTM Cloud

  • A large enterprise localisation programme that needs deep workflow configuration and wide file format coverage more than it needs a quick startnot Lokalise
  • A language service provider that wants the translation platform and the business management system from one suppliernot Lokalise
  • Software localisation where translators need to see strings inside the running interface rather than in a resource filenot Lokalise
  • Organisations already inside the XTM portfolio through Transifex, Rigi or XTRF that want to consolidate onto one vendornot Lokalise

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Lokalise

  • There is no free tier; the entry Explorer plan starts at $144 per month
  • Multi-product workflow support requires the $999 per month Advanced plan
  • Enterprise security and support features are gated behind a custom quote

XTM Cloud

  • No pricing is published for any product in the range, and unlike most quoted vendors XTM does not even disclose the unit of measure, so a buyer cannot tell whether to forecast seats, words or projects before the first sales call.
  • XTM and Transifex are now the same company, so a shortlist containing both is not the competitive comparison it appears to be and the pricing pressure a buyer expects from playing them against each other does not exist.
  • The acquisition run of Rigi, Locale, Transifex and TXTOmedia between 2023 and 2025 has created overlapping capability, and which product line receives sustained investment is a question the vendor has not answered publicly.
  • Private-equity ownership since 2021 tends to show up at renewal rather than at signature, so the first-year price is a poor guide to the three-year cost and multi-year terms are worth negotiating up front.
  • Leadership has turned over repeatedly, with the chief executive appointed in January 2023 resigning in October 2025 and three directors leaving in March 2023, which is a poor signal for roadmap continuity on a multi-year platform commitment.

Pricing, plan by plan

Lokalise

Free
  • Explorer$144/month
    • Entry-level tier
    • Glossaries
    • Translation memory
  • Growth$375/month
    • Enhanced automation
    • Custom triggers
    • Templates
  • Advanced$999/month
    • Complex multi-product workflows
    • Most popular tier
    • Advanced AI capabilities
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • Custom SLA
    • Specialized security
    • Dedicated support

XTM Cloud

On request
  • XTM Platform$undefined/year
    • No price published and no pricing unit disclosed
    • Custom pricing built around organisation, scale and localisation complexity
    • Quoted after a call with the vendor sales team
  • XTM TMS$undefined/year
    • No price published
    • Vendor describes it as flexible pricing based on users, workflows and localisation needs
    • Implies a per-user axis but the unit is not confirmed anywhere public
  • XTM XTRF$undefined/year
    • No price published
    • Business management system aimed at language service providers
    • Priced against project, vendor and financial management requirements

Which should you pick?

Choose Lokalise if

  • You want to start without paying.
Lokalise review

Choose XTM Cloud if

  • You need workflow engine.
  • You work on Web, API.
  • You also want translation memory and terminology.
XTM Cloud review

Questions people ask

Is Lokalise or XTM Cloud better?
Neither clearly leads. Lokalise starts at Free and XTM Cloud at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Lokalise or XTM Cloud?
Lokalise has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Lokalise and On request for XTM Cloud.
Does Lokalise or XTM Cloud run on more platforms?
Lokalise runs on Web. XTM Cloud runs on Web, API.
Can I use Lokalise for free?
Yes. Lokalise has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. XTM Cloud starts at On request.
What is Lokalise best used for?
Lokalise is most often used for automating multi-product translation workflows, integrating github and gitlab for code localization, translating figma designs for global audiences, maintaining consistency with translation memory. Of those, automating multi-product translation workflows and integrating github and gitlab for code localization are not what XTM Cloud is typically brought in for.
What can Lokalise do that XTM Cloud cannot?
XTM Cloud covers Workflow engine, Translation memory and terminology, Browser CAT editor, Connector marketplace.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Lokalise: How much does Lokalise cost?

Lokalise offers Explorer plan at $144/month for basic translation features, Growth at $375/month for enhanced automation, and Advanced at $999/month for complex workflows. Enterprise plans require custom quotes. All pricing is for monthly billing with no setup fees.

Source
XTM Cloud: What does XTM Cloud cost?

The vendor publishes no prices and no pricing unit. Every product line on the pricing page routes to a sales conversation, so budgeting requires a scoping exercise before any comparison is possible.

Lokalise: Does Lokalise offer a free trial?

Yes, Lokalise provides a 14-day free trial for all plans with no credit card required, giving full access to evaluate features before committing to a paid subscription.

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XTM Cloud: Who owns XTM?

K1 Investment Management, an American investment firm, through XTM Holdings, Inc. The founders ceased to hold controlling stakes in January 2021. XTRF is a sister portfolio company acquired separately in 2021.

Lokalise: What features does Lokalise's Advanced plan add?

The Advanced plan ($999/month) is designed for teams with complex, multi-product workflows. It includes all Growth features plus advanced AI capabilities, 24/7 support, and a dedicated account manager.

Source
XTM Cloud: Is Transifex the same company now?

Yes. XTM acquired Transifex in January 2025. They remain separate products with separate pricing pages, but they share an owner.

XTM Cloud: Has the website moved?

Yes. xtm.cloud and xtm-intl.com now redirect to xtm.ai, and the documentation sits at help.xtm.ai.

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