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SmartOCR Text Reader

SmartOCR Text Reader

Fast multilingual OCR tool

154 ratings
60 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 24 Feb 2026)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 11, 2012
  • October 18, 2017

Features

Developer

AMAXIM APPS, INC
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About

This app uses advanced OCR technology to accurately scan and digitize documents. It allows for text editing, copying, and emailing as PDFs, with all processing done offline for enhanced privacy.

✓High-accuracy OCR (95%+)
✓Multilingual text recognition
✓Offline document processing
✓Edit and copy recognized text
✓Email documents as PDFs
✓Automatic document edge detection
✓SuperScan mode for sharp images
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What's New in SmartOCR Text Reader

3.0.1

October 18, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Bug fixes UI improvements iOS 11 ready

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In-App Purchases

$2.99

SmartOCR Premium

Unlimited OCR

User reviews

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Poor quality implementation

Poor quality app, had failed 3 attempts at scanning a document, then wanted payment to carryon. Very poor app
Love amazeballsLove amazeballs

Missing Instructions: How to Use❓— Developer website in Chinese NOT English…

Usage instructions are missing in the app and the Developer provided link takes one to a blogspot that is in some variation of Chinese — not English — and translator widgets don’t provide a clear translation. How are English speakers supposed to get help understanding how2use this app?? ** Developers, please provide instructions and let me know — then I might be able to actually review this app. **
ALSO, the text from image grabber is riddled with mistakes that make it very awkward to, for example, accurately extract a lengthy website address from a screenshot of the website address —might as well just use pen and paper… FAIL - PLEASE FIX ❗️❗️❗️
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sjm49sjm49

Major issues

First I’m not sure how it opens all your photos the first time when you did not give the app permission to view your photos the first time you ever use the app.. but besides that. Basics, in edit of either type of upload/photo, there is no undo button/option. Also, basic like cropping and moving dimensions doesn’t work. It gives an overlay over a blank screen, but if you move it around and return to the photo, you see it must’ve moved around according to this overlay w corner points.

Anyway lots of basic problems and I guess I need to change my iCloud account passwords now.
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MashkaNYCMashkaNYC

Can’t read text

Doesn’t do the basic job it’s designed for
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Proper review

Could be a great app but it messes a lot of words
And misspells quite a few as well
Wish to see some improvements and possibly an email from the creator of the app so I can share some details and thoughts, as I’m reading challenged and could use this app for work
dan74qdan74q
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FAQ

What does SmartOCR Text Reader do?

SmartOCR Text Reader is a mobile application that uses optical character recognition (OCR) technology to scan and digitize physical documents. It allows users to recognize text from letter-size or A4 documents with high accuracy, edit the recognized text, copy it to the clipboard, and email documents as searchable PDFs.

What are the key features of this OCR app?

Key features include high-accuracy OCR (95% or more) with an accuracy indicator, support for multiple languages (English, French, Spanish, German, and more), automatic document edge detection and perspective correction, text editing and copy-to-clipboard functionality, and an offline processing mode for enhanced privacy. It also offers a 'SuperScan' mode for sharper images and the ability to email documents as PDFs.

Is SmartOCR Text Reader free to use?

The app is available for free download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means that while you can download and utilize its core functionalities, certain advanced features or expanded capabilities might require a purchase.

What kind of documents can SmartOCR Text Reader scan?

The app is designed to scan letter-size or A4 documents. It performs best with flat, well-lit documents and can recognize printed text. However, it may not correctly recognize handwritten text, very large or very short text, or underscored text. Glossy paper may also cause glare issues.

How accurate is the text recognition?

The app boasts an accuracy of 95% or more for letter-size or A4 documents. It also provides an accuracy indicator to help users gauge the quality of the recognition. For best results, it's recommended to follow the OCR tips provided within the app, such as ensuring good lighting and holding the phone steady.