Comparison

QuickScanner vs Scanly

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

Head to head
About

QuickScanner

Features
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QuickScanner is a multi-mode document scanner designed for iOS and macOS. It combines smart document capture, OCR text extraction, QR/barcode scanning, and PDF generation with cloud backup. SCANNING MODES: - Document, Business Card, Receipt, ID Card, Whiteboard - Capture from camera, photo library, files, video, or screen region - Auto-shutter for hands-free capture - Auto boundary detection and perspective correction - Auto-crop with corner recognition - Flash control and continuous capture IMAGE EDITING: - 4-corner freeform crop with drag handles - Rotation (360°) and horizontal flip - Filters: Original, Magic Color, B&W, Grayscale, High Contrast - Text annotation overlay - Signature field overlay OCR TEXT EXTRACTION: - Offline OCR using Google ML Kit (no data sent to servers) - 5 language scripts: Japanese, Latin/English, Chinese, Korean, Devanagari - Extract text from scanned images and PDF pages - Extract text and QR codes from PDF and video files - Export text as TXT or Markdown files - Copy or share extracted text AI ASSIST: - AI-generated titles and tags for your scans - One-tap summary of extracted text - AI cleanup of OCR recognition errors - Structured field extraction (receipts, business cards) - Batch AI actions across multiple documents QR & BARCODE SCANNER: - Real-time detection with AR overlay - Scan QR/barcodes from camera, image/PDF files, video, or screen (macOS) - Parse WiFi, contacts (vCard), calendar events, SMS and email - One-tap actions per payload type, with warnings for sensitive data - Scan history with recent results - Auto-open URLs from QR codes - Copy and share barcode values PDF: - Searchable PDF: OCR text embedded as an invisible, searchable layer - Single and multi-page PDF generation - Password-protected PDF encryption - PDF preview with page navigation - Text extraction from PDF documents DOCUMENT LIBRARY: - Browse by type: Documents, Cards, Receipts, IDs, Whiteboards, PDFs - Folders, tags, and full-text search - Bulk selection and batch operations - Trash with soft-delete and restore CLOUD BACKUP: - Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive integration - Full library backup as ZIP archive with manifest - Settings export/import in backups - Remote backup upload and download CUSTOMIZATION: - 20+ theme colors with dark/light mode - Configurable auto-crop, perspective correction, and default filter - Responsive layout for mobile, tablet, and desktop QuickScanner Pro unlocks: - Ad-free experience - All premium features - Priority support Terms of Use: https://kakitiro.com/quickapps/quickscanner/terms/

About

Scanly

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ScanlyPDF turns your iPhone into a powerful document scanner and PDF toolkit. SCAN ANYTHING • Scan documents, ID cards, and business cards with your camera • Smart edge detection and auto-crop • Choose scan mode for the best results every time FULL PDF TOOLKIT • Reorder, delete, and add pages • Apply filters: Color, Black & White, Grayscale • Password-protect your documents • Compress PDFs up to 70% without losing quality ANNOTATE & SIGN • Highlight, underline, and add text annotations • Draw and save your signature — use it on any document • Place signatures precisely where you need them EXPORT & SHARE • Export as PDF, Word (.docx), images, or plain text • OCR-powered text extraction for accurate results • Share directly from the app STAY ORGANIZED • Create folders with custom icons and colors • Tag documents for quick filtering • Search across all your scans instantly CLOUD BACKUP • Back up to Dropbox or Google Drive • Keep your documents safe and accessible ONE-TIME PURCHASE No subscriptions. Pay once, unlock everything forever. All current and future features included. Built with privacy in mind — your documents never leave your device unless you choose to share or back them up.

Screenshots

QuickScanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: QuickScanner at 4 against Scanly's —. QuickScanner also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. QuickScanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year and Scanly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
QuickScanner versus Scanly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuickScannerScanly
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better—
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size150 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKAZUHIRO KAKIMOTOJordi Milla Catalan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QuickScanner

Subscriptions1
  • Pro - Annual$0.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro - Lifetime$4.99
1 purchases

Scanly

One-time1
  • ScanlyPDF Pro LifeTime$4.99

Questions

Is QuickScanner free?
QuickScanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanly free?
Scanly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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