#4Timekettle W4 Plus
$379$3998.9/10
- Choice between one-time purchase (all features unlocked) and cheaper subscription version
- Only 3 h continuous use per charge (18 h with case)
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Vasco Electronics
Vasco Translator E1 review
$389Price checked Oct 29, 2026 on the official store. Prices change.
Ranked #6 of 6 translator earbuds we compare, with an editorial score of 8.7/10. Strongest point on paper: no subscription needed. Weakest: offline languages (0).
Editorial score8.7/10
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
- 51Online languages
- 0Offline languages
- Not requiredSubscription
Verdict
Best for vasco handheld owners or families who want hands-free group conversations.
What we like
- Works with a phone or pairs with Vasco handhelds (85 languages with Q1/M4/V4 bundle)
- Screen-off translation saves phone battery
- LED speaker recognition and hygienic design for sharing
What we don't
- Expensive for earbuds ($389)
- No offline mode mentioned on the product page
- Battery life in hours not published
Full specs
| Online languages | 51 |
|---|---|
| Offline languages | 0 |
| Battery per charge | Not stated |
| With charging case | Not stated |
| Subscription | Not required |
| Fit | Not stated |
| Modes | automatic mode, group communication (up to 6 via Vasco handheld), screen-off translation |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Water resistance | Not stated |
Subscription and hidden costs
Price checked on Oct 29, 2026: $389.
No subscription is required according to the maker.
Who it's for
Vasco handheld owners or families who want hands-free group conversations.
Look elsewhere if
- You need to translate without a connection: no offline languages are published.
Closest alternatives
Full ranking#4
#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 Vasco Translator E1 cost?
$389 on the official store when we checked on Oct 29, 2026. Prices change: the button above leads to the current price.
Does the Vasco Translator E1 work offline?
No offline languages are published: plan on a connection.
Does the Vasco Translator E1 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, 75% 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.