# QuickScan vs PDF to Text Extractor

The clearest difference is ads: QuickScan at none against PDF to Text Extractor's shown. QuickScan also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (4.1K vs 2). PDF to Text Extractor's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuickScan sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and PDF to Text Extractor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for QuickScan against 5.0 for PDF to Text Extractor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickScan has 4.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QuickScan ships an update every 2 weeks, PDF to Text Extractor every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuickScan | PDF to Text Extractor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickscanpdf-ocr-text-scanner/id1513790291/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-to-text-extractor/id6727011664/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 98.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iSolid apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1215383083) | [Muhammad Awais Younas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771187232) |

## What reviewers say

### QuickScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickscanpdf-ocr-text-scanner/id1513790291)

This app offers a powerful yet simple way to scan documents using your device's camera or import existing files. It features advanced OCR for text recognition, allows digital signatures, and automates export processes. All data is processed locally for enhanced privacy.

**Highlights:** Scan documents with automatic detection, Import PDFs and images, OCR for text recognition and searchability, Add digital signatures, Automated file naming and export, Siri Shortcuts and Widgets integration, Export to cloud services and local storage

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donation: 1 good coffee | $4.99 | per month |
| Donation: 1 good lunch | $12.99 | per 6 months |
| Donation: 1 book for my kids | $19.99 | per year |
| Donation: 1 book for my kids | $24.99 | per year |
| Donation:1 healthy family meal | $29.99 | per year |
| Donation: One good coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1 Small Thank You | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1 Medium Thank You | $9.99 | one-time |
| Tip: One good sandwich | $14.99 | one-time |
| Donation: One book for my kids | $15.99 | one-time |
| 1 Big Thank You | $19.99 | one-time |
| Donation: One good lunch | $19.99 | one-time |
| Donation:1 healthy family meal | $24.99 | one-time |
| Donation: One book for my kids | $24.99 | one-time |
| Donation: 6 Years Anniversary | $34.99 | one-time |
| Donation:1 healthy family meal | $49.99 | one-time |
| Donation: 1 toy for my kids | $49.99 | one-time |
| Donation: One toy for my kids | $59.99 | one-time |
| Donation: 1 day off w/ family | $89.99 | one-time |
| Donation: Real app value | $99.99 | one-time |
| Donation: Real app value | $139.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 No data collection
- 💡 Excellent OCR capabilities
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with edge detection and cropping
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔍 Unintuitive file saving process
- 💰 Requests for donations can be frequent

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when exporting JPG files
- Issues with WebDAV integration

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust brightness, contrast, and sharpness
- Option to save scans directly to a local folder
- Handwriting and sketch conversion capabilities


### PDF to Text Extractor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-to-text-extractor/id6727011664)

Effortlessly convert PDF, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel files into editable text. This tool uses advanced OCR technology for fast and accurate extraction, supporting batch processing and offline use. It offers a clean interface and localization for global accessibility.

**Highlights:** Extract text from PDF, Word, PPTX, XLSX, Advanced OCR technology, Batch processing for multiple files, Offline document conversion, Retains layout and formatting, Multi-language interface

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Year | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuickScan free?

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

### Is PDF to Text Extractor free?

PDF to Text Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QuickScan or PDF to Text Extractor?

PDF to Text Extractor is rated higher. QuickScan averages 4.9 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while PDF to Text Extractor averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do QuickScan or PDF to Text Extractor have ads?

PDF to Text Extractor shows ads; QuickScan does not.

### Which is updated more often, QuickScan or PDF to Text Extractor?

QuickScan ships an update every 2 weeks, and PDF to Text Extractor every 5 months. Most recently, QuickScan was updated on October 28, 2026 and PDF to Text Extractor on October 27, 2026.

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