# PDF Scanner App, OCR vs SmartCamera

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartCamera at none against PDF Scanner App, OCR's 19. SmartCamera also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). PDF Scanner App, OCR's advantage is ratings volume (203 vs 2). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Scanner App, OCR sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. SmartCamera asks for nothing beyond the download.

SmartCamera holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Scanner App, OCR has 203 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Scanner App, OCR | SmartCamera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (203 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scanner-app-ocr-docutain/id1416707024/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartcamera/id6474854299/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **203** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 78.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 190 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [INFOSOFT Informations- und Dokumentationssysteme GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1242833508) | [Albert Kerbl GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451042468) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Scanner App, OCR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scanner-app-ocr-docutain/id1416707024)

This app transforms your device into a high-quality document scanner. It offers automatic text recognition for searchable PDFs, secure document management, and flexible storage options. Easily organize, edit, and share your scanned documents.

**Highlights:** HD document scanning, Automatic OCR text recognition, Secure document management, Cloud integration and local storage, Edit scans after saving, Full-text search, Share via email/messenger

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Docutain Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Docutain Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Docutain Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Docutain Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Docutain Premium monthly subs. | $4.99 | per month |
| Docutain Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Docutain Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Docutain Premium Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Docutain Premium | $22.99 | per year |
| Docutain Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Docutain Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Docutain Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| Docutain Premium special offer | $47.99 | per year |
| Docutain Premium yearly subs. | $49.99 | per year |
| Day Pass Document Share | $3.99 | one-time |
| Docutain Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


### SmartCamera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartcamera/id6474854299)

Monitor your Kerbl security cameras with this app. Features include motion detection, night vision, continuous recording, and live streaming. View multiple cameras simultaneously and access from various devices.

**Highlights:** Motion detection, Night vision, Continuous recording, Live streaming, Multi-camera view, Multi-device access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Scanner App, OCR free?

PDF Scanner App, OCR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SmartCamera free?

SmartCamera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PDF Scanner App, OCR or SmartCamera?

SmartCamera is rated higher. PDF Scanner App, OCR averages 4.8 out of 5 from 203 ratings, while SmartCamera averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do PDF Scanner App, OCR or SmartCamera have ads?

PDF Scanner App, OCR shows ads; SmartCamera does not.

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