i1n vs Crowdin: CLI-first vs browser-first localization
Crowdin is a powerful platform, but it's browser-first and requires context switching away from your codebase.
Crowdin starts at $40/mo — i1n starts at $0/mo
Why teams switch from Crowdin to i1n
CLI-first workflow
Push and pull translations from your terminal. No browser tabs, no context switching. Your translation files stay in your repo.
AI-native translation
Built-in AI translation with brand voice enforcement. No third-party MT integration needed.
TypeScript type generation
Auto-generated i1n.d.ts gives you compile-time safety. Crowdin doesn't generate type definitions.
Native MCP server for AI agents
Native MCP server lets Cursor, Claude Code, and Windsurf execute i1n commands directly. Say 'internationalize this component' and your agent handles everything — extract strings, translate, generate types. Crowdin has no agent integration.
Ready to switch?
Migrate from Crowdin in under 5 minutes. Free forever. Pro lifetime from $199.