Comparison

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint vs CamNote

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

Head to head
About

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint

This app uses AI-powered OCR technology to scan handwritten notes and convert them into editable digital text. Easily transform paper documents into shareable Word or text files, creating a searchable digital archive. It's designed for speed and accuracy, handling various handwriting styles.

Highlights
  • Scan handwritten notes to editable text
  • Convert to Word or text files
  • Export and share digitized notes
  • Create searchable digital archives
  • Supports cursive and messy script
  • AI-powered OCR technology
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Tired of transcribing handwritten notes by hand? Pen to Print is a leading AI-powered handwriting to text scanner designed to bridge the gap between paper and digital. Our advanced OCR technology allows you to scan any handwritten document and transform it into a fully editable, shareable, and digitally stored file in seconds. Key Benefits of Pen to Print Convert to editable text: Scan any handwritten page and turn it into digital text. Once digitized, you can edit the content directly, correct errors, and format the text to suit your needs. Seamless export and sharing: Move your converted notes exactly where you need them. Export as a Word document or a plain text file, and share via email, cloud storage, or other apps with a single tap. Proper storage and searchability: Keep your physical paper clutter-free. By digitizing your notes, you can create a searchable digital archive that is easy to navigate, search, and store for the long term. Why choose Pen to Print? It is reliable, accurate, and powered by the most advanced AI and OCR technology. It is designed to be fast and intuitive, reading all kinds of handwriting - including cursive and messy script - so you can focus on your work instead of your transcription. Who is it for? Pen to Print is the essential tool for: - Students capturing lecture notes and assignments. - Teachers grading and digitizing student work. - Genealogists transcribing family history and old letters. - Business teams digitizing meeting minutes and brainstorms. - Professional writers editing their handwritten drafts. - Individuals looking for help reading messy handwriting or cursive notes. The Yearly Plan and Monthly Plan are auto-renewing subscriptions, providing an unlimited amount of text exports for a year/ a month respectively, therefore: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Check out our terms & conditions at:https://www.pen-to-print.com/terms/ Download Pen to Print today and transform your handwriting into a powerful digital asset.

About

CamNote

Easily extract, edit, and act on text from your photos. Recognize key information like dates, phone numbers, and URLs, and sync your notes across devices with iCloud. Supports multiple languages and dark mode.

Highlights
  • Extract text from photos
  • Auto-recognize key information
  • Take actions on recognized text
  • iCloud data sync
  • Dark mode support
  • Folder management
Features
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CamNote aims to saving your time from managing photos that contain texts, you can easily edit, search and even take further actions on the texts appeared in your photos. Features: 1. Extract all the texts from one or multiple photos. 2. Auto-recognize key information like date, phone numebr, location, email address, URL and QR code. 3. Further actions can be taken on key information, by different types like create calendar event or open location in Map, etc. 4. Fully support iCloud to sync your data on all your devices. 5. Fully support dark mode. 6. Support both Camera and Document Camera. 7. Support searching for note title or note content. 8. Support folder management. CamNote currently support to recognize 8 languages: 1. English 2. French 3. Italian 4. German 5. Spanish 6. Portuguese 7. Simplified Chinese 8. Traditional Chinese Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint4 screens
CamNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CamNote at 5.0 against Handwriting to Text PenToPrint's 4.4. CamNote also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). Handwriting to Text PenToPrint's advantage is ratings volume (4K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Handwriting to Text PenToPrint sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and CamNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CamNote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Handwriting to Text PenToPrint has 4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint ships an update every 2 weeks, CamNote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Handwriting to Text PenToPrint versus CamNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandwriting to Text PenToPrintCamNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (4K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSerendi LTD若宣 殷

Customer experience

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint

All ratings4,039 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral3.9%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews398 reviews
Positive56.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative39.2%

CamNote

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Text edits not saving properly
  • App crashing or freezing
  • Issues with camera orientation and alignment
  • Incorrect text conversion for certain handwriting styles

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to export or copy/paste converted text without premium
  • Handwriting customization or training options
  • Improved multi-page handling and organization
  • Syncing across devices

CamNote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint

Subscriptions2
  • Pen to Print Monthly Plan$4.991 Month
  • Pen to Print Annual Plan$24.991 Year
One-time5
  • Starter Plan$0.99
  • Yearly Plan$4.99
  • Advanced Plan$4.99
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  • Pro Plan$9.99
  • Pen to Print Lifetime Plan$74.99
2 purchases

CamNote

Subscriptions2
  • CamNote Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • CamNote Premium Yearly$5.991 Year

Questions

Is Handwriting to Text PenToPrint free?
Handwriting to Text PenToPrint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CamNote free?
CamNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Handwriting to Text PenToPrint or CamNote?
CamNote is rated higher. Handwriting to Text PenToPrint averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while CamNote averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Handwriting to Text PenToPrint or CamNote have ads?
Neither Handwriting to Text PenToPrint nor CamNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Handwriting to Text PenToPrint or CamNote?
Handwriting to Text PenToPrint ships an update every 2 weeks, and CamNote every 2 days. Most recently, Handwriting to Text PenToPrint was updated on October 29, 2026 and CamNote on October 24, 2026.

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