Comparison

Itsy Scan vs Notepad Pro

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Itsy Scan

This utility app scans various machine-readable codes, including barcodes and QR codes, from physical objects, screenshots, or your photo library. It offers advanced features beyond default readers and keeps a synchronized history of scanned information across your devices.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes and QR codes
  • Scan from camera
  • Scan from images and screenshots
  • History of scanned items
  • iCloud synchronization
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Itsy Scan reads and copies barcodes and and other types of machine readable codes from + Physical objects using your camera. + Images copied onto your pasteboard (e.g. screenshots). + Photos from your camera roll. Itsy Scan is better than the default QR code reader (from Control center) because it + Scans barcodes and all machine readable codes (not just QR codes). + Reads barcodes from previously copied images on pasteboard or existing pictures in your photo library. + Keeps a history of scanned information (which is synchronized using iCloud to your other iOS devices). All image processing is done on your iPhone using VisionKit and no data ever leaves your phone.

About

Notepad Pro

This app allows you to create, organize, and secure your notes and important data. It offers customization options for notes, iCloud synchronization, and a built-in PDF editor for document management. Stay organized with widgets and notifications.

Highlights
  • Unlimited note storage
  • Customizable note appearance
  • Secure app lock with biometrics
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Built-in PDF editor
  • Today's notes widget
  • Auto-delete notes
Features
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Notepad Pro - Smart Notes, Secure Data & PDF Manager Notepad Pro helps you save, organize, and protect your important notes, memos, and favorite data in one powerful app. Create notes with different colors, images, font styles, and font sizes to match your needs and stay organized effortlessly. With iCloud Sync, your notes are safely stored in iCloud so you can access, restore, or delete them anytime, directly from the app. Notepad Pro also includes a Today’s Notes Widget that displays the current date and gives timely notifications, helping you stay on top of your daily tasks and reminders. In addition to fast and simple note-taking, Notepad Pro now includes a built-in PDF Editor & Manager, making it easier to work with documents in one place. Key Features:- - Notes & Organization • Unlimited notes storage • Multiple note colors • Pinned & private notes • Custom font styles & font sizes • Sort notes by name or date • Auto-delete notes after a selected time • Easy note sharing • One-tap quick note creation - Security • App lock with multiple passcode options • Touch ID & Face ID support - iCloud Sync • iCloud sync for notes • Retrieve or delete notes from iCloud - Widgets & Notifications • Widget for today’s notes • Notifications for daily notes & reminders - PDF Editor & Manager • Create and manage PDF files • Edit existing PDFs • Export notes as PDF • Share PDFs easily • Add signatures and stamps to PDFs • Store and organize PDFs in one place Note down anything, anytime, anywhere with just one tap and never miss an important thought or reminder again with smart notifications. Note: All your data is stored locally on your device. We do not access, collect, or store your data. Your privacy is fully protected. Thank you for using this app. We’re committed to improving your experience with every update. Keep writing and stay organized!

Screenshots

Itsy Scan4 screens
Notepad Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Itsy Scan at 90% against Notepad Pro's 25%. Itsy Scan also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Notepad Pro's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On ratings volume, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Itsy Scan costs $2.99 and Notepad Pro $1.99 up front. Notepad Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Itsy Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Itsy Scan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Itsy Scan's written reviews are positive against 25% of Notepad Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Itsy Scan versus Notepad Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterItsy ScanNotepad Pro
Price$2.99$1.99 — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.5 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSai PraneethHiren Merja

Customer experience

Itsy Scan

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive90.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative0.0%

Notepad Pro

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

Itsy Scan

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Notepad Pro

One-time1
  • Notepad Pro+ Advanced Tools$4.99

Questions

Is Itsy Scan free?
Itsy Scan costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Notepad Pro free?
Notepad Pro costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Itsy Scan or Notepad Pro?
Itsy Scan is rated higher. Itsy Scan averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Notepad Pro averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.
Do Itsy Scan or Notepad Pro have ads?
Notepad Pro shows ads; Itsy Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, Itsy Scan or Notepad Pro?
Itsy Scan ships an update every 2 months, and Notepad Pro every 2 months. Most recently, Itsy Scan was updated on November 2, 2026 and Notepad Pro on November 5, 2026.

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