BioStep vs PLS Scan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BioStep
This app allows medical professionals to easily submit custom orthotic orders with detailed descriptions and images. It enables users to scan patient feet directly within the application.
- Submit custom orthotic orders
- Detailed product descriptions
- Image uploads for customization
- Patient foot scanning
- Secure professional access
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The BioStep app is a professional ordering tool that allows licensed healthcare providers to capture 3D foot scans and submit orders for custom foot orthotics and AFOs fabricated by BioStep Inc. Providers can customize orders with complete product descriptions and images of every product. This app is intended exclusively for use by licensed healthcare professionals, including Podiatrists, Orthotists, Prosthetists, and Chiropractors. It is not intended for patient self-use and does not provide diagnoses, health measurements, or treatment advice. All clinical specifications are determined and entered by the treating provider. BioStep custom foot orthotics and AFOs are Class I devices, exempt from FDA premarket notification under 21 CFR 890.3475, and are intended for distribution within the United States. Disclaimer: This app is a professional ordering tool and is not a substitute for professional medical judgment. Patients should always seek the advice of a physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition and before making any medical decisions. Note: A User Name and Password issued by BioStep is required to access the app.
PLS Scan
This app uses advanced camera technology on specific Apple devices to create precise 3D scans of feet and lower extremities. It's designed for medical professionals to aid in the creation of custom orthotics.
- 3D scanning of feet and lower extremities
- Utilizes FaceID forward-facing camera
- High-precision scanning
- Seamless integration with PLS ordering platform
- Designed for medical practitioners
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PLS Pedorthic Lab Specialties new PLScan is a powerful digital scanning tool designed specifically for lower extremity practitioners that leverages FaceID forward facing cameras on iPad Pro and select iPhone models. Developed by PLS, this companion app integrates into the PLS ordering platform, giving you an easy and seamless iOS 3d Scanning experience. The app leverages the forward facing FaceID camera, taking an ordinary iPad Pro or iPhone X or newer into a high-precision 3D scanner. Practitioners can capture accurate foot and lower extremity scans quickly and easily. PLS Pedorthic Lab Specialties is committed to supporting clinicians in their patient care journey. By prioritizing your needs as clinicians, we empower practitioners to provide exceptional orthotic services.iPad Pro or iPhone X or newer into a high-precision 3D scanner. Practitioners can capture accurate foot and lower extremity scans quickly and easily. PLS Pedorthic Lab Specialties is committed to supporting clinicians in their patient care journey. By prioritizing your needs as clinicians, we empower practitioners to provide exceptional orthotic services. NOTE: PLScan app doesn’t do assessment or medical treatment. The Practitioner will be making any medical decisions and the app is merely a help to capture the geometry of the patient's feet. No patient identifiable data will be saved to the PLScan app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BioStep at 5.0 against PLS Scan's 1.0. On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BioStep holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
BioStep ships an update fortnightly, PLS Scan monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and June 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BioStep | PLS Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | BioStep Inc | Taika3D Oy |
Customer experience
BioStep
PLS Scan
In-app purchases
BioStep
No in-app purchases
PLS Scan
No in-app purchases








