# PDF Doc Scanner vs Nextline

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nextline at 79% against PDF Doc Scanner's 0%. Nextline also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.9) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). PDF Doc Scanner's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Doc Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Nextline sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Nextline holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nextline has 9.5K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of PDF Doc Scanner's written reviews are positive against 79% of Nextline's.

PDF Doc Scanner ships an update every 3 months, Nextline every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Doc Scanner | Nextline |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-doc-scanner-scan-cloud/id1510253938/reviews) | **[4.7 (9.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextline-second-phone-number/id1618200738/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 238 | **9.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **79.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#189** |
| Size | 62 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SHARE YAZILIM LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513600012) | [GRAND APPS YAZILIM VE TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618200740) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Doc Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-doc-scanner-scan-cloud/id1510253938)

Transform your device into a powerful scanner to capture documents, receipts, and notes. Save them as PDFs or JPGs, organize them in the cloud, and even add your signature. Optimize scans and share them easily.

**Highlights:** Scan documents, receipts, and notes, Save as PDF or JPG, Cloud storage and organization, Automatic border detection, Add digital signatures, Share via email, PIN and Face ID protection

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Trial Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Trial Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Misleading advertisements
- 💸 Expensive subscription costs
- 🚫 App functionality not as advertised
- ⏳ Unskippable ads/paywalls
- 📉 Poor user experience

**Reported bugs**

- App logo flashing and not loading
- Cannot access app without paying
- Missing measurement features
- Rubik's cube solving feature not present

**Requested features**

- Make app free
- Fix app to work as advertised
- Remove subscription requirement
- Provide actual Rubik's cube solving functionality
- Implement accurate measurement features


### Nextline

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextline-second-phone-number/id1618200738)

**Currently charting:** #189 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Get instant global connectivity with an e-SIM in over 120 countries, avoiding roaming fees. This app also provides a second phone number for enhanced privacy and convenience, with unlimited calls and texts.

**Highlights:** Global e-SIM connectivity in 120+ countries, Second US phone number, Unlimited calls and texts, No roaming fees, Privacy protection, Easy e-SIM installation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| 40 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 120 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 150 Credits | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Reliable and easy to use
- 🕰️ Quick setup and activation
- 📞 Good call quality
- 💳 Affordable subscription options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of transparency around pricing and features
- 🚫 Unexpected charges and hidden fees
- 🔌 Unreliable connectivity and service disruptions
- 🔒 Account and number management issues
- 🤖 Poor customer support and unresponsive to user feedback

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and errors
- Inability to send/receive messages
- Problems with account restoration and number porting

**Requested features**

- Ability to change phone numbers easily
- Improved messaging capabilities including picture/video support
- Option to disable in-app purchases
- Detailed usage tracking and analytics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Doc Scanner free?

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

### Is Nextline free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PDF Doc Scanner or Nextline?

Nextline is rated higher. PDF Doc Scanner averages 2.9 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while Nextline averages 4.7 from 9.5K ratings.

### Do PDF Doc Scanner or Nextline have ads?

Neither PDF Doc Scanner nor Nextline shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Doc Scanner or Nextline?

PDF Doc Scanner ships an update every 3 months, and Nextline every 2 weeks. Most recently, PDF Doc Scanner was updated on October 22, 2026 and Nextline on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*