# Document Scanner · Scan to PDF vs Scanner App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scanner App at 100% against Document Scanner · Scan to PDF's 57%. Scanner App also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). Document Scanner · Scan to PDF's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (581 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Document Scanner · Scan to PDF sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Scanner App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scanner App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Document Scanner · Scan to PDF has 581 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Document Scanner · Scan to PDF's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scanner App's.

Document Scanner · Scan to PDF ships an update every 2 months, Scanner App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Document Scanner · Scan to PDF | Scanner App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (581 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/document-scanner-scan-to-pdf/id1510323192/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-app-pdf-scanner-app/id6448352761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **581** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 56.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 40 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lazy Solutions OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780376754) | [宝锋 吴](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639886745) |

## What reviewers say

### Document Scanner · Scan to PDF

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/document-scanner-scan-to-pdf/id1510323192)

Transform your mobile device into a portable scanner. Digitize documents quickly and easily, extract text with OCR, and create professional PDFs. Organize, edit, and securely share your files from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Fast, clear document scanning, Smart OCR text extraction, Convert to professional PDFs, Effortless file editing, Cloud sync integration, Secure files with passwords/biometrics, Easy sharing options

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PDF Scanner Premium: weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| PDF Scanner Premium: monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| PDF Scanner Premium: monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| PDF Scanner Premium: yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| PDF Scanner Premium: yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PDF Scanner Premium: yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| PDF Scanner Premium: yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PDF Scanner Premium | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gift premium for ScanIO | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 📄 High-quality document output
- 🎨 Modern design with smooth animations
- ⚡ Simple and straightforward operation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription for basic features
- 🚫 Export/download blocked without payment
- ⚠️ Misleading free trial with hidden charges
- 🔐 Excessive permissions requested
- 📋 Poor document organization and sorting

**Reported bugs**

- Scans not saved properly
- Multi-page documents cut off or cropped incorrectly
- Cannot scan consecutive pages
- Export functionality fails
- Photo album access issues

**Requested features**

- Screen lock/brightness control during scanning
- Ability to re-scan individual pages
- German cloud provider integration
- iCloud synchronization support
- Custom folder structure with cloud sync


### Scanner App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-app-pdf-scanner-app/id6448352761)

This app offers advanced document scanning with automatic edge detection, OCR text extraction, and image enhancement. It allows for multipage scanning, signing, markup, and easy sharing of documents in PDF or JPEG format. Users can also print scans directly from their device.

**Highlights:** Automatic document edge detection, OCR text extraction, Multipage scanning (Batch mode), Digital signature and markup tools, QR code reader, Wi-Fi printing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scanner Pro Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Scanner Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Scanner Premium Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Scanner App Premium | $17.99 | per year |
| PDF Scanner App Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Scanner Pro | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Document Scanner · Scan to PDF free?

Document Scanner · Scan to PDF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Scanner App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Document Scanner · Scan to PDF or Scanner App?

Scanner App is rated higher. Document Scanner · Scan to PDF averages 4.8 out of 5 from 581 ratings, while Scanner App averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Document Scanner · Scan to PDF or Scanner App have ads?

Scanner App shows ads; Document Scanner · Scan to PDF does not.

### Which is updated more often, Document Scanner · Scan to PDF or Scanner App?

Document Scanner · Scan to PDF ships an update every 2 months, and Scanner App every 9 days. Most recently, Document Scanner · Scan to PDF was updated on October 27, 2026 and Scanner App on October 18, 2026.

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