Comparison

Arkio vs image to file

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

Head to head
About

Arkio

Collaborate on architectural and design projects in immersive 3D environments. Import large models, present ideas, and gather feedback with tools for markup, voice notes, and AI rendering. Offers VR and multi-device support for seamless teamwork.

Highlights
  • Import large 3D AEC models
  • Collaborative VR and MR experiences
  • AI rendering and presentation tools
  • Voice and text issue capture
  • Built-in modeling and ideation tools
  • Layer management and sun studies
Features
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Design better buildings, together. With Arkio, you can ideate, review and present your work in a powerful collaborative design environment, saving time and money. The new Arkio 2.0 elevates design collaboration to a new level with built-in AI rendering, layers, voice transcription, issue export, and more. Immerse yourself in Arkio using VR or work on your PC, Mac, tablet or phone. Import large 3D models, including Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Archicad and Navisworks projects to experience them at 1:1 scale, fully immersed, or in Mixed Reality. Mark up, comment and try new design ideas with ease. With Arkio, you can make good designs great! - Load large 3D models from your favorite AEC tools - Present your designs and guide up to 24 users around your scene - Generate beautiful renders with the Arkio AI camera that can be converted into collaborative frames - Capture notes and issues using text or voice and share them with others via Arkio Cloud - Load your models in Augmented Reality to collaborate with users in VR and other devices - Ideate together using Arkio’s built-in modeling tools and shapes, and export your work back to your favorite AEC design tool - Toggle layers, add sections, do sun studies, add maps and 3D buildings and more! Visit the Arkio website to learn more about Arkio. Some features require a paid plan. Start for free, then upgrade to Plus, Pro or Enterprise to experience the full power of Arkio. Terms of use: https://www.arkio.is/terms/ Privacy policy: https://www.arkio.is/privacy/

About

image to file

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Turn images into clean, share-ready files (eg. PDF) in seconds. Image to File is the fastest way to scan, organize and send documents right from your iPhone or iPad. Whether you’re scanning receipts for expenses, homework for school, contracts for clients or drawings from your kids, Image to File makes everything feel simple and polished. Turn Photos into Perfect PDFs - Import one or multiple photos from your camera roll; - Arrange pages with a simple drag & drop interface; - Choose how many photos per page (1 or 2 on free, up to 4 with Premium); - Add an optional title for each page to keep long documents clear; - Pick your page size: A4 (free) or A4 & US Letter (Premium). Smart Layout & Easy Sharing - See all selected photos at a glance and reorder them in seconds; - Automatically compress images for smaller PDF file sizes; - Create your PDF with a single tap, then share via Mail, Messages, AirDrop, etc.; - Keep everything tidy with automatic file naming and optional date suffix. Built for Everyday Use - History screen: quickly reopen, share or delete previously created PDFs; - Option to skip the file name dialog and use an automatic name – perfect when you’re in a hurry; - Works great on both iPhone and iPad; - No account required; just install and start converting; Free vs. Premium Use Image to File for free with: - Up to 3 PDFs per day - 1 or 2 photos per page - A small “Created with Photo → PDF (free)” watermark Upgrade to Image to File Premium for a one-time purchase and get: - Unlimited PDF creations – no daily limits; - No watermark on your documents; - Up to 4 photos per page for compact multi-page PDFs; - Extra layout options and page formats (A4 & US Letter); Stop emailing yourself photos or fighting with complex scanners. With Image to File, your documents look clean, professional and ready to share – every single time.

Screenshots

Arkio4 screens
image to file3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: image to file at every 2 days against Arkio's every 3 weeks. Arkio's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Arkio sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and image to file sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arkio ships an update every 3 weeks, image to file every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Arkio versus image to file: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArkioimage to file
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size335 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArkioGeert Stroom

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Arkio

Subscriptions4
  • Arkio Plus Montly$19.991 Month
  • Arkio Pro Subscription$44.991 Month
  • Arkio Plus 3 Months$44.993 Months
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  • Arkio Plus Yearly$119.991 Year
One-time1
  • Arkio Plus Asset Pack$9.99
1 purchases

image to file

One-time1
  • Premium for life$0.99

Questions

Is Arkio free?
Arkio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is image to file free?
image to file is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Arkio or image to file have ads?
Neither Arkio nor image to file shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Arkio or image to file?
Arkio ships an update every 3 weeks, and image to file every 2 days. Most recently, Arkio was updated on October 24, 2026 and image to file on October 28, 2026.

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