# Text Extract(文字提取) vs Scanner Air

The clearest difference is rating: Scanner Air at 4.8 against Text Extract(文字提取)'s 4.4. Scanner Air also leads on ratings volume (5.2K vs 39). Text Extract(文字提取)'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Text Extract(文字提取) sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days and Scanner Air sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scanner Air holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scanner Air has 5.2K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Text Extract(文字提取)'s written reviews are positive against 75% of Scanner Air's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Text Extract(文字提取) ships an update every 2 weeks, Scanner Air every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Text Extract(文字提取) | Scanner Air |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-extract-pdf-scanner/id1447870163/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-air-scan-documents/id1490084790/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.6% of reviews** | 75.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 179 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [净 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447870162) | [Air Apps Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1316153435) |

## What reviewers say

### Text Extract(文字提取)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-extract-pdf-scanner/id1447870163)

This app uses OCR technology to extract editable text from various sources like documents, pictures, and PDFs. It supports batch scanning, translation, editing, and export to multiple formats, enhancing office efficiency.

**Highlights:** OCR text recognition, Image to text conversion, Batch scanning, Text translation, Multi-format export (PDF, DOCX, XLSX), Excel table recognition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Text extraction for 1 week. | $0.49 | per 7 days |
| Text extraction for 1 month | $1.49 | per month |
| Text extraction for 1 week | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Text extraction for 3 months | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Text extraction for 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Text extraction for 3 months | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| Text extraction permanent VIP | $14.99 | one-time |


### Scanner Air

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-air-scan-documents/id1490084790)

Transform your phone into a powerful document scanner. Easily digitize, edit, sign, and share PDFs, IDs, and receipts from anywhere. Organize and convert files with advanced OCR and smart file management.

**Highlights:** Fast document scanning, Scan to PDF & convert, Edit and sign documents, Smart file management, On-the-go sharing & printing, OCR text extraction

**Features:** Apple Wallet, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Starter - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Welcome - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Air Apps One - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Air Apps One - 1 Month | $199.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient scanning
- 💡 Convenient for important documents
- 🚀 Accurate scanning
- 👍 Portable and accessible

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with color/focus
- 💰 Subscription model concerns
- 🔒 Security/privacy worries

**Reported bugs**

- Difficulty unsubscribing
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust color/lighting settings
- One-time purchase option
- More transparency on subscription details


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Text Extract(文字提取) free?

Text Extract(文字提取) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Scanner Air free?

Scanner Air is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Text Extract(文字提取) or Scanner Air?

Scanner Air is rated higher. Text Extract(文字提取) averages 4.4 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Scanner Air averages 4.8 from 5.2K ratings.

### Do Text Extract(文字提取) or Scanner Air have ads?

Neither Text Extract(文字提取) nor Scanner Air shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Text Extract(文字提取) or Scanner Air?

Text Extract(文字提取) ships an update every 2 weeks, and Scanner Air every 8 days. Most recently, Text Extract(文字提取) was updated on September 22, 2026 and Scanner Air on September 24, 2026.

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