# SmartOCR Text Reader — Fast multilingual OCR tool

> Mobile document scanner and text recognition tool with offline processing. (iPhone/iPad app by AMAXIM APPS, INC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartocr-text-reader/id531288096 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AMAXIM APPS, INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/488569471)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 154 App Store ratings · 60 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartocr-text-reader/id531288096/reviews.md

## What is SmartOCR Text Reader?

SmartOCR lets you recognize your letter-size (or A4) documents with an accuracy of 95% or more. You can also edit, copy and store recognized text, and email your documents as PDF files with text or images.  
 NOTE: It is important to follow the OCR tips (below).

Our innovative SuperScan mode ensures the sharpest possible pictures taken from the iPhone's camera and the most accurate scanning results.

Our handy “Email to Myself” feature lets you send documents quickly to a predefined email address, greatly simplifying your workflow.

Unlike other apps on the market, all processing happens inside your iPhone, and your data stays confidential. NO INTERNET access is needed to scan or perform OCR.

Smart OCR features:
 Letter-size or A4-size page OCR with accuracy of 95% or more with accuracy indicator
 OCR languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian and Russian
 Automatic document edge detection and perspective correction
 Text editing and copy-to-clipboard operations
 Built-in OCR text archive with file sharing via iTunes
 "Email to Myself" feature
 Email text and image files (.txt + .jpg), or save image to library
Instantly send your file to Dropbox or other Cloud services installed on your iPhone
 Searchable PDFs with document images
 Preserves simple text formatting
 Auto-remove line breaks option

We tried to make the UI-design as simple as it is possible. Did we achieve? Your decision! Try it today, now! 

Also, check the reviews from around the world! 

"Love this App! It makes scanning a breeze...." 
 
"Fast and Nice..." 
 
"This scanner is so easy to use..." 

  TIPS FOR OCR: • Make sure your document is flat and well lit. Hold your iPhone still while shooting. Turn the flash On (but beware of glare).
• Scan using "SuperScan 3x" mode.
• Glossy paper may not work well (avoid glare).
• When scanning books keep the pages as flat as possible.
• SmartOCR cannot recognize handwritten, very large (or very short) or underscored text correctly.
• Make sure to select the right language for OCR.

 If you have problems or are not completely satisfied with SmartOCR, please don't rush to leave bad feedback. Just contact us through app Support (info screen) and we will help you to solve the problem. Thank you.
Amaxim Apps Team

## Key features

- 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

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SmartOCR Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 60)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartocr-text-reader/id531288096/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Poor quality implementation

*2021-12-03, version 3.0.1*

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

### 1/5 — Missing Instructions: How to Use❓— Developer website in Chinese NOT English…

*2021-11-03*

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 ❗️❗️❗️

### 1/5 — Major issues

*2021-10-08*

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.

### 1/5 — Can’t read text

*2021-07-22, version 3.0.1*

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

### 2/5 — Proper review

*2021-05-13, version 3.0.1*

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

### 5/5 — Works well

*2020-11-10*

Tried it on picture of text and this app did OCR very good.

### 1/5 — Expensive

*2020-03-15, version 3.0.1*

Only get 2 free scans, then it costs $4.95. That’s not enough scans to see if it’s worth it.

### 2/5 — Not intuitive

*2018-08-09*

A bit hard to navigate and won’t save the picture of scanned documents along with the text it saves. There are likely better options; don’t waste your time with this one.

### 1/5 — 95% accurate is just not true

*2018-04-07, version 3.0.1*

Very poorly done and the recognition of the text and accuracy is more like 10% not 95%

### 5/5 — ممتاز

*2017-10-20, version 3.0.1*

برنامج جدا جميل و ممتاز
أن شاء الله يتم دعم اللغة العربية في البرنامج.

## Frequently asked questions about SmartOCR Text Reader

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.1 — 2017-10-18

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

Bug fixes
UI improvements
iOS 11 ready

### 2.2 — 2014-05-21

Cursor bug fixed.
Separator issue fixed.
Send E-mail as text fixed.

### 2.1 — 2014-05-16

Speed improvements
Bug fixes

### 2.0 — 2013-08-14

iPhone 5 support
Interface improvements

### 1.2 — 2012-07-04

User interface improvements
Bug Fixes

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