# Scan Things

> Extract objects and text from images and PDFs on-device. (iPhone/iPad app by Operates Spaceships LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-things/id6742055495 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Operates Spaceships LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587485668)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 222 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-04-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-things/id6742055495/reviews.md

## What is Scan Things?

With Scan Things, you can extract objects, people, pets, artwork and just about anything else from any image, image URL, or PDF document. 

Scan Things can also capture books and documents with the original images intact and the text extracted and embedded. You can save your scan as a single- or multi-page PDF with all its text fully searchable and selectable.

You don't need an account to use Scan Things. You don't need internet access. Your scans never leave your iPhone or iPad as Scan Things does all of its processing on-device. Because your privacy is important (not to mention none of our business), we collect no data whatsoever and we don't use any third-party code. Your privacy is yours, and we think it should stay that way.

You can get Scan Things for a one-time purchase and share it with your family at no extra cost. No subscriptions. No adds. No shenanigans.

Privacy Policy: https://scanthing.app/privacy-policy/
Terms of Use: https://scanthing.app/terms-of-use/

## Key features

- Extract objects from images
- Extract text from images and PDFs
- Save as searchable PDF
- On-device processing
- No account required
- Offline functionality

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Scans | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-things/id6742055495/reviews.md

### 1/5 — One star

*2026-07-17, version 1.0.1*

Didn’t show me the money that the things I scanned were 😡

### 1/5 — Erneut zur Kasse bitten?

*2026-07-17, version 1.0.1*

Gekauft vor einigen Jahren. Nun lässt sich der Kauf nicht wieder herstellen.

### 5/5 — Whoa!!

*2026-03-15, version 1.0.1*

Thank you!.. I have the old version in my old iPhones (I still do), but this version is fenomenal! Thanks for not having the nonsense monthly subscription; one payment is exceptional! I use the application to make pdf’s (automotive vin# stickers among others) and there’s no other application that can do what this application do.. thanks again 😊

### 2/5 — Bought it many years ago

*2025-10-25, version 1.0.1*

Still the same good app, but I won't buy it a 2nd time. I still have the old, now unsupported, version and there is now strong and free competition.

### 1/5 — Underwhelming. Unprofessional. & Unacceptable.

*2025-08-23, version 1.0.1*

so you say you scan things, didn’t you use-to call yourself Scan Thing ?  
Did you happen to scan my receipt? 

Because I’ve emailed Support. 
&
I’ve already made multiple frivolous attempts to restore the In-App purchases… 
I’ve given you the document ID. The date and purchase confirmation code after going through the trouble to find the receipt from almost 2years ago. 
yet 
for some reason- 
before I can continue to use the application, and or what I’ve already 
Scanned into this Thing
before I can file.. 
i’m prompted 
repeatedly 
incessantly and the failure to recognize my account is 
frustratingly consistent. 
The prompt 
demands only that I purchase something I’ve already purchased..  

FOR THE RECORD.
I didn’t mind purchasing when I did, I appreciated the lack of a subscription model and patronizing your developer account 
Was no problem. 
Am I under appreciated as a longtime customer? Yes. 
Despite that,
I still don’t mind the fact 
that I paid, 
despite the plethora of enumerated scanning ‘OCR’ optical character recognition applications currently available. 

I thought the app was innovative, and I appreciated the clever approach.

What does have me sidetracked -
to the degree that I’ve spent the time 
in paragraphs 
for a review and feedback 
is

Not getting what I’ve already paid for. I wouldn’t waste yours and I don’t appreciate you wasting mine if I hadn’t already tried to contact the developer about this. Four times without a response.- 

Unprofessional. Unacceptable.

### 5/5 — scan thing (updated) best privacy focused scan app

*2025-06-26, version 1.0.1*

been using this app for years before the dev sold it and the new owners abandoned it. so glad it’s back

### 1/5 — Bugs

*2025-05-22, version 1.0*

Ändert man die pdf-Qualität in den Einstellungen, werden diese Änderungen nicht übernommen.
Ein Bug, sagt der Support

### 5/5 — Absolutely the Best!

*2025-05-07, version 1.0*

This is one of those apps I have no idea how I managed without it! Having ALL the options for easily scanning and saving those scans in one place is reason enough for me to get it, but the one time (under $10!) cost for unlimited scans (no in-app purchases!), no account setup (which means no personal data collection!!), and NO ads makes this app a no brainer!! Definitely get this app; you’ll love it!!

## Frequently asked questions about Scan Things

### What can Scan Things extract from images?

Scan Things can extract objects, people, pets, artwork, and virtually anything else from any image, image URL, or PDF document. It also extracts text from books and documents.

### Does Scan Things require an internet connection?

No, Scan Things does not require an internet connection. All processing is done on-device, meaning you can use it offline and your data never leaves your device.

### Is Scan Things free to use?

Yes, Scan Things is free to download and use. It is a one-time purchase and can be shared with family at no extra cost, with no subscriptions or ads.

### How does Scan Things protect user privacy?

Scan Things prioritizes user privacy by performing all processing on-device, collecting no data whatsoever, and not using any third-party code. Your scans and data remain yours.

### What devices is Scan Things available on?

Scan Things is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to use its features across multiple Apple devices.

### How often is Scan Things updated?

The latest version of Scan Things is 1.0.1, and it was last updated on June 10, 2025. This indicates active development and support for the application.

### Can I export my scans from Scan Things?

Yes, you can save your scans as a single- or multi-page PDF. These PDFs have all their text fully searchable and selectable, making them highly functional.

### What is the age rating for Scan Things?

Scan Things has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children, for educational or organizational purposes.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2025-06-10

This version adds the following features:
- turning of automatic image enhancement when capturing objects;
- choosing an image size when creating a background.

A bug that broke custom icons for iPads is no more.

### 1.0 — 2025-04-28

No release notes.

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