Smooth your way
through China
The free AI app every foreigner needs in China — translate menus, talk to locals, navigate cities, no download needed.
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Built different. Built for China.
Not another translation app. A complete survival toolkit designed from the ground up for foreigners in China.
Just Speak. Instantly Solved.
No typing, no searching. Tell us what you need by voice — in any language — and get the answer in seconds. Whether you're lost, hungry, or confused, just talk.
A Brand New Way to Communicate.
Forget copy-paste translation. Put your phone on the table, speak naturally, and have a real conversation — face to face, in real time. No interpreter needed.
The AI That Truly Knows China.
Even if you need us to find a public restroom with a sit-down toilet on the street — we've got you covered.
You're Not Alone Here.
A community of foreigners living in China — sharing tips, warning each other, and helping out. The kind of advice you can't find on Google, from people who've been there.
One App. Everything Handled.
Order food, read signs, find places, talk to locals, survive emergencies — all in one app. No more switching between 5 tools. Just open SmoothCN and go.
6 Languages. One App.
English, Korean, Japanese, Russian, French, German — and Chinese on the other side. We don't just serve English speakers. We serve everyone who comes to China.
Everything you need, one app
Five powerful tools to navigate daily life in China.
China Buddy
Your AI friend who knows China. Ask anything — payments, subway, food, visas — and get real answers instantly.
Smart Camera
Point at Chinese text — menus, signs, documents. Get instant translation with context, prices, and allergy warnings.
Face to Face
Real-time conversation translator. You speak English, they hear Chinese. Put the phone on the table and just talk.
AI Tour Guide
Audio tours at 50+ attractions. History, photo spots, fun facts — narrated by AI. Better than a hired guide.
Survival Cards
Show your phone, get help. Pre-made cards for taxis, hospitals, allergies, emergencies — in clear Chinese.
China Intelligence
The only AI purpose-built for life in China. From WeChat Pay to hospital visits, subway navigation to visa questions — trained on real China scenarios that generic AI simply doesn't know.
China is calling
144-hour visa-free entry for 54 countries. There's never been a better time to visit.
Walk the Great Wall
One of the Seven Wonders of the World
Shanghai by Night
Where tradition meets the future skyline
Yuanyang Rice Terraces
1,300 years of sculpted landscapes in Yunnan
Kanas Lake in Autumn
Xinjiang's hidden paradise of turquoise and gold
But there's a catch — almost everything is in Chinese. That's where we come in.
What travelers say
“I showed the allergy card to the waiter and he immediately understood. This app literally saved me from a hospital trip.”
“The Face to Face translator is magic. Put it on the table and just talk. The taxi driver was so impressed.”
“China Buddy told me things my Chinese friends didn't even know. Like which subway exit to take for the hospital.”
About SmoothCN
We're building the toolkit we wish we had when we first came to China.
Our Story
China is incredible — ancient history, amazing food, cutting-edge technology. But for foreigners, it can feel like landing on another planet.
Everything is in Chinese. Google doesn't work. Cash is useless. Ordering food is a guessing game.
We built SmoothCN to change that — using AI to handle translation, navigation, and survival, so you can focus on enjoying China.
Our Mission
Make China accessible to everyone.
Whether you're a student in Beijing, a tourist in Shanghai, or a business traveler in Shenzhen — SmoothCN is your AI companion that speaks your language and knows China inside out.
The 144-hour visa-free policy is just the beginning. Millions will discover China, and we want every journey to be smooth.
What We Believe
Open Borders
Travel should be easy, not stressful. We remove the barriers.
AI for Good
AI should help real people solve real problems, not just demo well.
Cultural Bridge
Understanding builds connection. We help foreigners understand China.
Let's work together
Open to partnerships with universities, travel agencies, and content creators.
hello@smooth-cn.comPartnerships · Media · Feedback — all welcome
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