# Leafscan — Measure leaf surface area

> Mobile leaf area meter for instant measurement and data logging. (iPhone/iPad app by Carlos Anderson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leafscan/id1254892230 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Carlos Anderson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1095157042)
- Category: Productivity, Education
- Price: $19.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-11-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leafscan/id1254892230/reviews.md

## What is Leafscan?

Leafscan is a leaf area meter in your pocket! Use your mobile device to take a picture of a leaf and instantly get its area. Keep track of your measurements in a notebook and export it as a CSV file via AirDrop, email, and more.

You’ll only need a white background with reference markers, which you can make yourself or download free from our website (http://www.leafscanapp.com).
 
Features:

- Measure leaf surface area with high accuracy
- Log your measurements and export them as a CSV file
- Measure multiple leaves in one photo at once
- Take pictures using the camera or load them from the photos library
- Holes, tears, and missing tissue can be excluded from the total area
- Automatically correct for photos taken at an angle
- Customize the measurement units (mm, cm, or in)
- Customize the reference length and detection thresholds

Some of the icons in this app were provided by https://icons8.com.

## Key features

- Measure leaf surface area
- Log and export measurements
- Measure multiple leaves per photo
- Import photos from library
- Automatic angle correction
- Customizable units and thresholds

## Chart rankings

- #182 in Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leafscan/id1254892230/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Really excited to have found this app

*2021-11-06*

Great support staff too!

### 5/5 — Incredibly Helpful!

*2019-04-29*

I used this app to finish a biostatistics project. Honestly a lifesaver!

### 5/5 — Nailed it!!!!!!!!

*2018-03-25*

I was skeptical to buy this app with no reviews.

Checked out the website and everything seemed legit.

Got it, used it, and I must say this app exceeded my expectations. Everything worked flawlessly, everything. Not a single issue sending the CSV files around and the user interface is so friendly I couldn’t believe it. I didn’t even need the instructions cause everything worked just like they said it would.

I am using this app in a NASA, STEM research project and the amount of time this app is saving me is priceless. To manually do these readings....don’t even want to think about it.

Thank you guys so much

**Developer response:** Hi Doug,

Thank you for your review! We're so happy that our app is helping you in your research project. If you have time, we'd love to hear about your research and how you're using our app. Feel free to contact us with any questions or comments (support@leafscanapp.com).

## Frequently asked questions about Leafscan

### What is Leafscan?

Leafscan is a mobile application that allows users to measure the surface area of leaves using their smartphone camera. It provides instant measurements and allows for data logging and export.

### How accurate is Leafscan?

Leafscan is designed to measure leaf surface area with high accuracy. For optimal results, users should utilize a white background with reference markers, which can be downloaded from the app's website.

### What are the requirements for using Leafscan?

To use Leafscan, you will need a mobile device with a camera. A white background with reference markers is also required for accurate measurements. These markers can be created by the user or downloaded for free.

### Can Leafscan measure multiple leaves at once?

Yes, Leafscan has the capability to measure multiple leaves within a single photograph, streamlining the data collection process for users.

### What export options does Leafscan offer?

Measurements logged in Leafscan can be exported as a CSV file. This data can be shared via AirDrop, email, and other common sharing methods.

### What devices is Leafscan compatible with?

Leafscan is compatible with iPhones, iPads, and iPods. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Leafscan updated?

The latest version of Leafscan is 1.3.21, released on November 20, 2017. Information on update frequency beyond this is not available in the provided data.

### Does Leafscan have ads?

No, Leafscan does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application with no in-app purchases or ads.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.0.0 — 2026-05-30

This version (3.0.0) has been redesigned from the ground up. It improves the visual interface, simplifies the leaf detection algorithm, and adds new features.

### 1.3.21 — 2017-11-20

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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## More apps by Carlos Anderson

- [NEOscan](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neoscan/id1384305727)
- [Neo Baby](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neo-baby/id6758536362)

All apps by Carlos Anderson: https://appshunter.io/developer/1095157042

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