Comparison

Scanner vs DocScan

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

Head to head
About

Scanner

This app offers powerful document scanning with advanced image recognition for text extraction and translation. Easily create PDFs, scan IDs, and manage files efficiently for work or study.

Highlights
  • Fast document scanning
  • Automatic edge detection and cropping
  • Perspective correction
  • High-precision OCR text recognition
  • PDF file generation
  • Photo translation
  • ID scanning
Features
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Scanner is a powerful scanning software, provides document scanning, text recognition, document scanning, create PDF, photo translation and other practical functions. Software use of advanced image recognition technology, combined with automatic edge search, automatic cutting, perspective correction, can batch, fast, efficient processing of all kinds of documents, is your work, learning super good helper. Main function - Fast document scanning, automatic trimming, perspective correction, PDF editing kit available. - High precision character recognition technology, super recognition engine, fast recognition. - PDF file generation, automatic image batch conversion to PDF. - ID scanning, 1:1 reduction to A4 paper. - Batch export, copy and move - Photo translation, multi-language support. - Powerful file management. - Free to capture text content or individual areas on the picture. - Automatic segmentation, maximizing the restoration of original typesetting. Document scan Fast scan documents, automatic edge recognition, automatic clipping, perspective correction, provide a variety of filters for you to choose, one button generation of PDF format, support to add/remove watermark, adjust page number, size, set PDF open password, etc. OCR Recognition Using advanced image recognition technology (OCR), the text in the image is turned into editable content, which you can modify, copy, export, and translate into many languages at will. PDF generation To convert pictures taken or photos in albums to PDF format, you only need to set the conversion area, you can complete the automatic conversion. You can also export the converted PDF documents to your email, mobile phone, or major sharing platforms. ID scan Automatic scanning of various documents, 1:1 reduction to A4 paper, out to handle affairs, work and study necessary. Photo Translation Direct translation of photos or photo albums in the text content, support multiple languages, you can edit, save, share. Subscription specification If you confirm the purchase of the subscription product, iTunes will directly deduct the relevant subscription fee. If the subscription is not cancelled within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, the premium account will be automatically renewed for the next period. During the current subscription period, you cannot cancel the use of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel the purchase through the Settings of your iTunes account. User Agreement: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Buffalo-tech/Buffalo-tech.github.io/refs/heads/main/UserAgreement_en Privacy Policy: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Buffalo-tech/Buffalo-tech.github.io/refs/heads/main/PrivacyPolicy_en Contact us Email address: qnscanner2021@163.com

About

DocScan

Transform your phone into a portable scanner to capture documents, receipts, and notes with high quality. Extract text using OCR, sign documents electronically, and share them in various formats like PDF, JPEG, or TXT. Securely store and manage all your important paperwork effortlessly.

Highlights
  • Instant high-quality document scanning
  • Smart OCR for text extraction
  • Export in PDF, JPEG, or TXT
  • Electronic signature for forms
  • Multi-page PDF creation
  • Document translation
  • Barcode and QR code scanning
Features
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DocScan makes scanning fast, clear, and effortless. Turn your phone into a powerful pocket scanner — perfect for receipts, notes, contracts, and anything you need to save or share. Why DocScan? • Instant scans – Point, shoot, and save high-quality documents in seconds. • Smart OCR – Extract text from photos for editing, copying, or translation. • All-in-one export – Share in PDF, JPEG, or TXT via email, chat, or cloud. • Sign & send – Add your electronic signature to forms and contracts. • Multi-page support – Scan multiple pages into one clean PDF. • Translate & share – Quickly translate documents into different languages. • Secure storage – Keep all your files safe and accessible anytime. • Barcode & QR scan – Read codes instantly with live camera view. With DocScan, you’ll never lose a document again. Whether for business, school, or personal use, it’s the easiest way to manage your paperwork. Privacy First Your documents stay private and secure. For details: • Privacy Policy: https://anhnc.me/privacy • Terms of Service: https://anhnc.me/terms Need help? Contact us: support@anhnc.me

Screenshots

Scanner4 screens
DocScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

Scanner and DocScan both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Scanner's written reviews are positive against 0% of DocScan's. Scanner also leads on ratings volume (2.3K vs 85). DocScan's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Scanner sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and DocScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Scanner against 4.8 for DocScan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scanner has 2.3K ratings behind it against 85, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Scanner's written reviews are positive against 0% of DocScan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scanner ships an update every 5 weeks, DocScan every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scanner versus DocScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScannerDocScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.3K ratings)4.8 (85 ratings)
Positive reviews90.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.3K — better85
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1313.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer阳杰 刘Anh Nguyen

Customer experience

Scanner

All ratings2,256 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive90.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.7%

DocScan

All ratings85 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.2%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Scanner

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Unable to scan documents properly
  • Charged for premium features without consent

Requested features

3 requests
  • Automatic image cropping
  • Integration with more cloud storage/email services
  • Improved OCR accuracy for different languages

DocScan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Scanner

Subscriptions7
  • Consecutive weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Consecutive monthly$2.991 Month
  • Consecutive monthly$3.991 Month
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  • Consecutive quarter$7.993 Months
  • Continuous package year$14.991 Year
  • Consecutive year$25.491 Year
  • QNScanner+Consecutive year pro7 Days trial$30.991 Year
One-time3
  • 月度VIP$4.99
  • 2 years VIP$19.99
  • 终身VIP$29.99
2 purchases

DocScan

Subscriptions2
  • DocScan Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • DocScan Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Scanner free?
Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DocScan free?
DocScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scanner or DocScan?
Scanner and DocScan are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2.3K and 85 ratings respectively.
Do Scanner or DocScan have ads?
Scanner shows ads; DocScan does not.
Which is updated more often, Scanner or DocScan?
Scanner ships an update every 5 weeks, and DocScan every 3 weeks. Most recently, Scanner was updated on October 3, 2026 and DocScan on September 27, 2026.

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