Comparison

PDF Scanner vs 3d Scanner App™

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

Head to head
About

PDF Scanner

Instantly scan multi-page documents, receipts, business cards, and more using your device's camera. Easily crop, adjust brightness, and save scans in color or grayscale. Share your documents via email or print them wirelessly.

Highlights
  • Scan multi-page documents
  • Crop and adjust brightness
  • Save in color or grayscale
  • Share via email
  • Print via AirPrint
  • Create unlimited documents
Features
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DocScan-Free lets you instantly scan multi-pages document and send out when there is no scanner nearby. By having it, you can scan not only documents in sight, but also whiteboards, receipts, business cards, posters, coupons, books ...etc. -Scanner work with any doc and make fit with screen size -Crop doc and remove unnecessary part -Adjust brightness if taken in low light. -Save copy two way color or grey scale -Easy to use with cam and existing Photo gallery -Share via email also print via air print -Take up to 10 pages in single doc -Create unlimited number of doc

About

3d Scanner App™

Transform your device into a powerful 3D scanner using LIDAR or TrueDepth technology. Capture spaces and objects in full-color 3D, edit scans, and share them in various popular formats for professional workflows or personal projects.

Highlights
  • LIDAR and TrueDepth scanning
  • Full-color 3D capture
  • Multiple export formats (OBJ, GLTF, STL, etc.)
  • Geo-referenced LAS export for GIS
  • On-device editing tools
  • Augmented reality viewing
  • Photo Mode for detailed models
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Transform your device into a powerful 3D scanner using LIDAR or TrueDepth technology. 3D Scanner app, downloaded by 11+ Million users, effortlessly makes you capture spaces and objects in full-color 3D and explore them in stunning, high-quality detail. Easily share your 3D scans Share your 3D models via iMessage or AR QuickLook in USDZ format, or export them in popular formats like OBJ, GLTF, GLB, DAE, and STL. Export in advanced formats Beyond standard exports, you can save your models as raw point clouds (PTS, PCD, PLY, XYZ, LAS) or floor plan images in DXF format, giving you full flexibility for professional workflows. Seamless integration with professional software Export geo-referenced LAS point clouds to GIS tools like ArcGIS or transfer raw scan data (including photos) to photogrammetry software such as Pix4D or Reality Capture. Edit directly on your device Refine, crop, and perfect your scans directly on your device for maximum control and precision. Accurate scans for any space or object Capture your home, garden, or any environment in 3D with LIDAR support. Easily import your scans into 3D modeling software like Blender, 3ds Max, SketchUp, Maya, and more. Use RoomPlan mode for quick floor plans, or TrueDepth mode for smaller, detailed objects. Capture ultra-detailed scans with Photo Mode Leverage our advanced "Photo Mode" to create highly detailed models using Apple’s Object Capture photogrammetry API. Intuitive sharing and measuring tools Share your 3D models effortlessly with the new "Share to Web" feature. Measure your scans with a virtual ruler or create bounding boxes to precisely calculate dimensions such as width, length, and height. Discover the power of the LIDAR sensor Transform your device into a real-time LIDAR scanner and unlock next-level accuracy and detail. View your scans in AR Visualize all your saved scans in an immersive augmented reality viewer for a truly interactive experience. 3D Scanner App is the perfect companion to Sweet Home 3D, enabling you to design, capture, and visualize your dream home with precision and ease. Its 3D scanning technology is supported in Sweet Home 3D, as the generated models can be easily imported and integrated into your projects. Subscribe to access to premium app features; subscription details are the following: - Length: weekly, yearly - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase - Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription 3D Scanner App has been developed by Laan Labs Consulting, a company specialized in AR, CV, and ML algorithms. Visit https://labs.laan.com/ to learn more about Laan Labs Consulting. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PDF Scanner4 screens
3d Scanner App™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PDF Scanner at 5.0 against 3d Scanner App™'s 4.5. PDF Scanner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). 3d Scanner App™'s advantage is review sentiment (45% vs 10%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 52 months). On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. 3d Scanner App™ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. PDF Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PDF Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3d Scanner App™ has 16K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 10% of PDF Scanner's written reviews are positive against 45% of 3d Scanner App™'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Scanner ships an update every 52 months, 3d Scanner App™ monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PDF Scanner versus 3d Scanner App™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF Scanner3d Scanner App™
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (16K ratings)
Positive reviews10.0% of reviews44.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings116K — better
Update frequencyEvery 52 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB208 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperAishvarya SadasivamAI Photo Editor Lab SRL

Customer experience

PDF Scanner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive10.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative90.0%

3d Scanner App™

All ratings16,193 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.9%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews1,017 reviews
Positive44.9%
Neutral5.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

PDF Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

3d Scanner App™

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when trying to texture or refine scans
  • Scans sometimes become corrupted or lose data
  • Issues with scanning in low light conditions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to retouch or edit scans
  • Improve compatibility with CAD/3D software
  • Introduce more customization options for scanning
  • Provide better documentation and tutorials
  • Add support for measuring distances and volumes

In-app purchases

None

PDF Scanner

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

3d Scanner App™

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Weekly premium$4.997 Days
  • Yearly premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly premium$29.991 Year
  • Yearly premium7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Yearly premium$69.991 Year

Questions

Is PDF Scanner free?
PDF Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3d Scanner App™ free?
3d Scanner App™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PDF Scanner or 3d Scanner App™?
PDF Scanner is rated higher. PDF Scanner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while 3d Scanner App™ averages 4.5 from 16K ratings.
Do PDF Scanner or 3d Scanner App™ have ads?
Both PDF Scanner and 3d Scanner App™ show ads.
Which is updated more often, PDF Scanner or 3d Scanner App™?
PDF Scanner ships an update every 52 months, and 3d Scanner App™ monthly. Most recently, PDF Scanner was updated on November 2, 2026 and 3d Scanner App™ on November 11, 2026.

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