# DigiScan vs AiChat

The clearest difference is monetization model: AiChat at free with in-app purchases against DigiScan's subscription. AiChat also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). DigiScan's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DigiScan sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per 7 days and AiChat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for DigiScan against 5.0 for AiChat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

DigiScan ships an update monthly, AiChat weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DigiScan | AiChat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digiscan/id1064788072/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aichat-summarize-ai/id6468960885/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 18 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LifEnabled, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1064788071) | [晨光 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447254079) |

## What reviewers say

### DigiScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digiscan/id1064788072)

This app captures 3D shapes using a compatible sensor, ideal for prosthetics, orthotics, and hobbyists. It allows for quick image creation, scaling, and direct emailing of .stl and .obj files for fabrication or manipulation.

**Highlights:** 3D shape capture, Email .stl and .obj files, Scale model reductions/additions, Clinician shape archiving, Hobbyist file export, No Wi-Fi required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7 Days Scanning and Emailing | $10.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Scanning and Emailing | $24.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Scanning and Emailing | $74.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Scanning and Emailing | $139.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year  Scanning and Emailing | $249.99 | per year |


### AiChat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aichat-summarize-ai/id6468960885)

This AI-powered assistant leverages advanced language models to help users with a wide range of writing tasks, from essays and songs to code and emails. It can also summarize text, correct grammar, and translate languages, acting as a versatile tool for creativity and productivity.

**Highlights:** Essay writing assistance, AI-powered songwriting, Story generation, Code generation, Email composition, Text summarization, Grammar correction

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| $9.99 a year | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DigiScan free?

DigiScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AiChat free?

AiChat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DigiScan or AiChat?

DigiScan and AiChat are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do DigiScan or AiChat have ads?

Neither DigiScan nor AiChat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DigiScan or AiChat?

DigiScan ships an update monthly, and AiChat weekly. Most recently, DigiScan was updated on September 25, 2026 and AiChat on October 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*