Comparison

PDF Scanner vs Merge files PDF

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

Head to head
About

PDF Scanner

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• HOW IT WORKS Upon opening PDF Scanner, you can scan your documents by placing them within the camera frame, with auto/manual capture adjustment options at the top of the screen. The app will scan your document within seconds once it is properly aligned. • OUR AWESOME FEATURES – Export documents to PDF & JPEG – Merge PDF files – PDF editing and annotations – Password-protected documents – Encrypt documents for safety – Document organizer – OCR scanning – Extract document contents – Translate document contents • WORK WITH DOCUMENTS – All scanned documents in JPEG and PDF can be stored in the same folder for better organization. – Adding your own signature in PDFs is easier and faster than ever. – The PDF Scanner editing tool allows you to conveniently highlight, add notes, and draw on documents. – Existing PDF documents can be modified easily — delete, add, or reorder pages with convenience. • OUR GOAL PDF Scanner aims to continuously improve usability and deliver more value than users expect from a PDF scanner — providing a seamless and convenient document management experience. • TALK TO US We at PDF Scanner are always open to suggestions, opinions, and any issues you face while managing your daily documents. Feel free to contact us through the app’s CONTACT US section. • PERMISSIONS PDF Scanner requires your permission to fully enable its features: – Camera access to perform scanning actions. – Photos/Gallery access to save, export, and import documents and images. – Face ID or Touch ID access to enable the app lock security feature. • MEMBERSHIP The PDF Scanner app operates on a subscription-based membership model with a free trial. Download the app for free and try it out for 3 days without registration or restrictions. After the trial period ends, a weekly or monthly subscription fee will apply for full access to all Pro features. Pro subscription includes: – No advertisements – Encrypt and decrypt PDF files – Edit and annotate documents – No watermark on documents – Unlimited document scanning Subscription prices may vary by region and currency. Subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy & EULA: https://pdfscanner.kruso.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://pdfscanner.kruso.app/terms Contact Us: silverapp19@gmail.com

About

Merge files PDF

Combine multiple PDF documents into a single file with ease. Select your desired PDFs and merge them quickly. Unlock advanced features like sharing, renaming, and unlimited merging with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • Merge multiple PDF files
  • Easy to use interface
  • Display merged PDF
  • Share merged PDF
  • Rename merged PDF
  • Unlimited merging (premium)
Features
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merge pdf files. easy use and you can merge multi file pdf. how to use : Select multi file pdf from files and merge . features : you can after merge and subscription (Display file pdf ,Share file pdf , rename ). - - - - - - - - - - - Premium unlimited subscription : - With Premium unlimited subscription, you have access to all features (share file , rename files, unlimited merge pdf files). - Premium unlimited subscription is billed weekly or monthly or annually at the rate corresponding to selected plan . - Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Subscription may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s account settings after purchase. - Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/mergepdf-home - Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/dev-abdullah-apps Fell free to contact us : dev.abadi2015@gmail.com Your problem or suggestions are important to us!

Screenshots

PDF Scanner4 screens
Merge files PDF4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Merge files PDF at none against PDF Scanner's shown. Merge files PDF also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. PDF Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Merge files PDF sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Scanner ships an update monthly, Merge files PDF every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PDF Scanner versus Merge files PDF: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF ScannerMerge files PDF
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (347 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—25.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—347 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCW LeeAbdullah Albalawi

Bugs and requests

PDF Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Merge files PDF

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Subscription issues
  • Incompatible with free usage

Requested features

2 requests
  • Allow free sharing and saving of merged files
  • Improve free functionality

In-app purchases

4 purchases

PDF Scanner

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription 20233 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription 20223 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Month
3 purchases

Merge files PDF

Subscriptions3
  • weekly subscription$0.997 Days
  • monthly subscription$3.991 Month
  • yearly subscription$14.991 Year

Questions

Is PDF Scanner free?
PDF Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Merge files PDF free?
Merge files PDF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PDF Scanner or Merge files PDF have ads?
PDF Scanner shows ads; Merge files PDF does not.
Which is updated more often, PDF Scanner or Merge files PDF?
PDF Scanner ships an update monthly, and Merge files PDF every 2 weeks. Most recently, PDF Scanner was updated on November 11, 2026 and Merge files PDF on November 11, 2026.

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