# Text Extract(文字提取) vs Documents Translator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Text Extract(文字提取) at 79% against Documents Translator's 54%. Text Extract(文字提取) also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Documents Translator's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, ratings volume, 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 Documents Translator sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Documents Translator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 71 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Text Extract(文字提取)'s written reviews are positive against 54% of Documents Translator'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, Documents Translator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Text Extract(文字提取) | Documents Translator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-extract-pdf-scanner/id1447870163/reviews) | **[4.7 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-translator/id1566993561/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **71** |
| Positive reviews | **78.6% of reviews** | 54.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [净 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447870162) | [Denk Alexandru](https://appshunter.io/developer/551756299) |

## 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 |


### Documents Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-translator/id1566993561)

Instantly translate text, documents, photos, and voice conversations in over 140 languages. Navigate foreign environments with real-time camera translation, communicate offline, and translate websites or messages directly from your keyboard.

**Highlights:** Translate 140+ languages, Real-time camera translation, Offline translation mode, Voice conversation translation, Website translation extension, Keyboard translation integration, Save favorite translations

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $12.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and quick translation processing
- ✅ Accurate translations across multiple languages
- 👍 Easy and intuitive user interface
- 📱 Seamless keyboard integration for in-app translation
- 🌍 Supports numerous languages and dialects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription pricing model
- 🔐 Aggressive paywall and frequent upgrade prompts
- 📱 Inconsistent translation quality between phone and desktop versions
- 🚫 Very limited free tier functionality
- ❌ Misleading free app claims with hidden costs

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when typing or entering text
- Unexpected force closes and crashes
- Camera/document scanning feature not working
- Touch ID support not properly implemented
- App freezing during long text selection

**Requested features**

- Swap/exchange button for quick language switching
- Dark mode for better user experience
- Sound/pronunciation feature for all languages
- Favorite language shortcuts for quick selection
- Dictionary function for vocabulary learning


## 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 Documents Translator free?

Documents Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Text Extract(文字提取) or Documents Translator?

Documents Translator is rated higher. Text Extract(文字提取) averages 4.4 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Documents Translator averages 4.7 from 71 ratings.

### Do Text Extract(文字提取) or Documents Translator have ads?

Neither Text Extract(文字提取) nor Documents Translator shows ads.

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

Text Extract(文字提取) ships an update every 2 weeks, and Documents Translator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Text Extract(文字提取) was updated on September 22, 2026 and Documents Translator on September 23, 2026.

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