ALLU vs meScanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ALLU
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ALLU Mobile Application provides an intelligent digital solution for ALLU customers to get accurate and timely information regarding to safe operations at jobsites and use of the ALLU product. The application provides information closest to the customer -even on line at the jobsite whenever mobile online service is provided- in order to provide information and safeguard the customer’s investment. This service enables the ALLU customer access information that is relevant to the serial number of the attachment in his/her possession. ALLU Mobile Application provides safety instructions that will guide you through safe working method when using ALLU attachment throughout the whole process. In order to get the very best performance from your ALLU product this mobile application also provides specific information about the different jobsite applications where you can utilize the ALLU product. Quick guides to installation ease the operation at the jobsites and the instruction manual is always on hand – irrespective of where you are or when you need the information. ALLU Mobile Application enables you seek advice on equipment performance, even to troubleshoot possible problems, and connect you with the nearest ALLU office or distributor if further support is needed. Get more information how to utilize your ALLU product – efficient and safe.
meScanner
This app offers comprehensive PDF scanning, organization, and management features. It includes OCR for text extraction, digital signatures, and secure cloud backup options. Designed with privacy in mind, it keeps your documents local and offers robust security measures.
- High-quality camera scanning
- Automatic edge detection and perspective correction
- Multi-page capture
- Smart OCR text extraction
- Full-text search
- Digital signatures
- Password-protected folders
- Cloud backup and restore
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meScan — Scan, Sign & Organize Documents Privately meScan is the privacy-first document scanner that keeps everything on your device. No cloud processing, no analytics, no ads — just fast, powerful scanning. SCAN & CAPTURE * High-quality camera scanning with auto edge detection and perspective correction * Multi-page capture in a single session * Import up to 20 photos at once from your Photo Library * Share Extension import from other apps (PDF, images, text, RTF) * Add pages to existing documents anytime * 10 PDF page sizes: Letter, A4, Receipt, Business/ID, Legal, Tabloid, Index, Photo, A3, A5, A6 FULLSCREEN PDF VIEWER * Immersive fullscreen mode with pinch-to-zoom * Page-by-page navigation with floating controls * Quick share and print access from the viewer SMART OCR TECHNOLOGY * Automatic text extraction using Apple Vision * Full-text search across all documents * Smart Scan Auto-Naming generates titles from extracted text * Customizable naming with date formats, separators, and word count POWERFUL ORGANIZATION * Unlimited folders with optional password protection * Move folder contents between folders * 16 built-in categories plus unlimited custom categories with SF Symbol icons * Multi-tag support for flexible organization * Lightning-fast search across titles, OCR text, and tags DIGITAL SIGNATURES * Draw and save reusable signatures * Place, resize, and reposition on any page * Legal metadata: timestamp, GPS, device name, and document hash * Black or blue ink GPS LOCATION FEATURES * Automatic GPS tagging for documents and signatures * Full address capture and display * Manual location editing * Customizable GPS display formatting iCLOUD EXPORT & IMPORT * Export folders and documents to iCloud Drive with full metadata * Import folders from iCloud Drive on any device * Select individual folders or export all * Real-time progress tracking SHARING MADE EASY * Share via email, text, or any compatible app * Save family and friends contacts for quick sharing * Smart page pre-selection based on your current view * AirPrint, AirDrop, export as PDF or JPG, copy to clipboard BACKUP & RESTORE * iCloud Drive and Google Drive backup support * Scheduled backups: auto, weekly, or monthly * Fresh Backup option for clean backups * Restore with Replace All or Merge options * Progress tracking with estimated time SECURITY & PRIVACY * Local-first storage — your documents stay on your device * Master password protection * Face ID / Touch ID unlock * Per-folder and per-category password protection * No analytics or advertising TERMS & PRIVACY Terms of Service: https://www.meScanner.com/terms-of-service.php Privacy Policy: https://www.meScanner.com/privacy-policy.php SUPPORT: support@meScanner.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ALLU at none against meScanner's 4. ALLU also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). meScanner's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 months). On price 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. meScanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ALLU asks for nothing beyond the download.
ALLU ships an update every 11 months, meScanner every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ALLU | meScanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 60.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Avenla Oy | LandWorks Services LLC |
In-app purchases
ALLU
No in-app purchases
meScanner
- meScan Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- meScan Premium Yearly$19.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$29.99
- Premium Lifetime with Family$49.99






