Bob
A macOS translation and OCR software for quick, efficient text translation and image recognition in any app.
Score
60
User Rating
3.0
Free/Trial Support
Supported
Starting Price
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Last Updated
Aug 14, 2026
Overview
What is Bob?
Bob is a macOS application that provides translation and OCR capabilities, allowing users to translate text via selection, screenshot, or input, and perform OCR on images with offline support and smart segmentation.
What is Bob used for?

Top Features
- Translation via selection, screenshot, or input
- OCR with offline recognition and smart segmentation
- Support for 30+ translation services
- Flexible plugin system for extended functionality
How to use Bob?
Install Bob from the Mac App Store, then use it to translate text by selecting, taking screenshots, or typing, and perform OCR by capturing images or selecting files, with support for multiple translation services and plugins.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Fast and efficient
- Works in any application
- Offline OCR support
- Extensive translation service options
Cons
- Limited to macOS platform
Use Cases
- Translating documents or web content quickly
- Extracting text from images or screenshots
- Enhancing productivity for multilingual tasks
Bob Pricing
Free Plan
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