Highlights vs Easyexplorer Geowizard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Highlights
This app is a fast and lightweight PDF reader designed for research. It allows users to read, highlight, and annotate documents, and then extract this information into organized notes. Advanced features include table data extraction, text recognition, and smart copying of annotations into various formats.
- Read and browse PDF documents
- Highlight, underline, and strikethrough text
- Add comments and sticky notes
- Extract annotations into organized notes
- Convert table data and recognize text
- Smart copy annotations to various formats (CSV, BibTex)
- Lookup citation metadata and DOI links
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"... an app that students, academics, and anyone who does substantial amounts of PDF-based research should try" - Macstories.net "It’s the novel approach to PDF annotation that makes this app a cut above the rest"- TapSmart.com *** "App of the Day" - App Store, US *** USE HIGHLIGHTS FOR FREE Highlights is a fast and lightweight PDF reader (under 10MB) packed with features to help you do your best research. Free users have access to standard PDF reader features including document browsing, reading and annotating. There are NO ADS, time limits or tracking. READ PDF DOCUMENTS • Open PDF documents from anywhere • Browse files using the familiar document browser • Open PDFs in Single Page or Two Page scroll mode • Double tap to Smart Zoom in on a paragraph or figure • Scrub smoothly to the desired page • Search the entire document in an instant • Navigate using any connected keyboard or mouse STORE YOUR FILES WHERE YOU WANT • Full support for "Open In Place" lets you make edits to the file where it is • Access your files from iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive or Box using the document browser • Or keep them privately on device only HIGHLIGHT AND ANNOTATE FASTER • Select text with your finger, Apple Pencil or mouse pointer • Highlight, underline, strikethrough text and make image selections • Add comments to annotations or as individual sticky notes • Annotate with fewer taps using context aware popovers • Default annotation colors prevents you from having to repeatedly setting the color for the same type of annotation every time TURN ANNOTATIONS INTO NOTES • As you markup text and images the contents are extracted and sorted into notes • Customize the formatting and contents of your notes • Sort the annotations chronologically or create your own color coding EXTRACT TABLE DATA AND RECOGNIZE TEXT • Convert images containing text or tables to actual text and tables using machine learning - letting you get to the underlying data with a single tap SMART COPY Copy annotations to the desired format with one tap: • Text markup as text • Image selections as images • Tables as CSV • Citations as BibTex LOOKUP CITATIONS • Highlights will fetch DOI-links and metadata • Markup any reference and tap the link icon to look it up • If you have read the work already or have it in your reference manager library, Highlights will link you to it EXPORT ANYWHERE • Save or share your notes as portable files: Markdown, TextBundle, HTML, WebArchive or PDF • Share them to your favorite notes app: Apple Notes, Bear, Craft, Evernote, DEVONThink, Keep It, MindNode, Notion, Obsidian, Roam Research or Ulysses • Or send them to a colleague via mail. It's your notes, you decide where they go MUCH MORE • Dark mode • Multi-window support on iPadOS • Keyboard shortcuts and navigation • Support for system Copy and Undo gestures • Alternative app icons • Custom accent colors • Apple Pencil double-tap gestures • Power annotation tools For a full list of features see: highlightsapp.net/features HIGHLIGHTS PRO The Highlights Pro subscription unlocks advanced features on your iPhone, iPad and Mac: • Export options for other apps and easily editable formats • Extract information using table and text recognition • Customize accent colors and alternative app icons • Power annotation tools • Citation lookups • Smart Copy Highlights Pro includes a 14-day free trial. You can cancel your subscription at any time. The subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off within 24-hour prior to the end of of the current period. Payments will be charged to your iTunes account and your account will be charged within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. For more information about Highlights Pro: highlightsapp.net/pro Privacy Policy: highlightsapp.net/privacy Terms of Use: highlightsapp.net/terms
Easyexplorer Geowizard
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Turn every journey into a stress-free experience with Easyexplorer Geowizard, your smart assistant for exploration and organization! Whether you need precise navigation, unit conversions, or detailed trip planning, this app provides all the essential tools. Unit Converter – Quickly convert temperature, weight, volume, speed, currency, and length in one convenient tool. Metadata Viewer – View and edit file and photo metadata, modify geolocation, and explore details on an interactive map. Compass – Find your direction with precision, share your location, and navigate seamlessly with integrated maps. Emergency Contact Widget – Keep emergency contacts at your fingertips and manage them quickly for complete safety. Travel Planner – Plan your trips efficiently with budgeting tools, itineraries, and detailed organization for transportation, accommodations, and dining. Whether you’re exploring new cities or managing your daily routine, Easyexplorer Geowizard gives you full control and peace of mind at every step. Travel smart, worry-free! Explore for Free: Convert up to 5 units at no cost. Add 5 photos and keep your memories safe. Save 2 important contacts. Track 5 expenses with ease. Want more? Unlock everything with premium! Easyexplorer Geowizard Subscription Subscribe to stay updated with the latest innovations in Easyexplorer Geowizard . Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage Settings: Adjust subscriptions anytime in your Account Settings. By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Continued use signifies your acceptance. For details, visit our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use accessible via the provided https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZipcucdyhzgORkNEDJtFfDi99iVKBMRdKPeBJGdY2MU/edit?usp=sharing link. Easyexplorer Geowizard makes travel and everyday tasks smoother and more convenient! Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZipcucdyhzgORkNEDJtFfDi99iVKBMRdKPeBJGdY2MU/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZipcucdyhzgORkNEDJtFfDi99iVKBMRdKPeBJGdY2MU/edit?usp=sharing
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Easyexplorer Geowizard at every 2 days against Highlights's fortnightly. Highlights'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
Both are free to download. Highlights sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Easyexplorer Geowizard sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Highlights ships an update fortnightly, Easyexplorer Geowizard every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Highlights | Easyexplorer Geowizard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jonas Myren Ribe | Grigore Busila |
Bugs and requests
Highlights
Reported bugs
5 issues- Highlights and annotations randomly disappearing
- Text selection issues, especially with footnotes
- Compatibility problems with certain PDF files
- Syncing issues across devices
- Export functionality not working as expected
Requested features
5 requests- Add handwriting and freeform annotation support
- Implement a table of contents or bookmarking feature
- Allow editing of notes directly in the app
- Provide a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
- Improve search capabilities with visual results and navigation
Easyexplorer Geowizard
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Highlights
- Highlights Pro: Monthly$4.991 Month
- Highlights Pro14 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Highlights Pro: Legacy Upgrade1 Year trial$29.991 Year
Easyexplorer Geowizard
- Weekly$2.997 Days
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