Comparison

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader vs Scan.Plus

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

Head to head
About

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

Edit, create, and secure PDF documents on your mobile device. Scan paper documents to editable PDFs, recognize text with OCR, and fill or sign forms. Convert between PDF and other formats, and protect sensitive files with passwords.

Highlights
  • Scan documents to editable PDFs
  • Recognize text with OCR
  • Edit text, images, and signatures
  • Fill and sign forms
  • Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ePub
  • Protect PDFs with passwords
  • Organize and merge PDF pages
Features
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MobiPDF is a complete mobile PDF suite that helps freelancers, remote workers, and small business owners scan, edit, sign, convert, and protect PDF files — also ideal for students and anyone needing a powerful yet simple PDF tool — all from one intuitive app on iPhone and iPad. KEY CAPABILITIES • Edit PDFs like a pro — modify text, images, and formatting directly in any PDF, and fully control your pages: rearrange, insert, delete, extract, duplicate, rotate, and merge PDFs into one • Scan paper documents to PDF with your camera — receipts, contracts, invoices, IDs, passports, and more • Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ePub while preserving original layout and formatting — and convert Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ePub, PNG, and JPEG files to PDF for easy sharing • Fill out and sign PDF forms and contracts on the go — draw or reuse saved electronic signatures • Recognize text from scans and images using OCR technology and share instantly • Read PDFs your way — multiple reading modes including distraction-free reading, night mode, and Read Aloud to listen to any PDF hands-free while driving, commuting, or on the go • View, highlight, annotate, and mark up PDFs — add comments, stamps, drawings, and attachments • Protect sensitive documents with passwords, encryption, and digital certificates • Store and sync via 5GB free cloud storage on MobiDrive, plus Google Drive and Dropbox USE CASES • Edit the text, images, or layout of a PDF contract or report directly on your iPhone or iPad — no desktop needed • Convert a PDF to Word to make extensive edits, then save back to PDF for sharing • Scan a paper document, recognize its text with OCR, and convert it into a fully editable PDF • Scan a paper contract, sign it on your iPhone or iPad, and send it back — without printing • Fill out a client form or invoice PDF on the go, directly from your phone • Have a PDF report, contract, or document read aloud during your commute or drive • Merge multiple PDFs into one organized proposal, report, or portfolio • Protect a sensitive business document with a password before sharing with a client • Students: scan handwritten notes or assignments and submit them as PDFs instantly • Review, annotate, and mark up PDF documents on iPad's larger screen for a near-desktop experience WHY MOBIPDF • Advanced mobile PDF editor — edit text, images, formatting, and pages directly in any PDF • Complete PDF converter — reliably convert PDFs to and from Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ePub, PNG, and JPEG • All-in-one solution — edit, scan, sign, convert, protect, read, and organize without switching apps • Purpose-built for iPhone and iPad — intuitive mobile-first experience • Read Aloud turns any PDF into audio — stay informed while commuting or multitasking • Advanced OCR turns any scan or image into searchable, shareable text • Electronic signatures and fillable forms — no printing or faxing needed • Simple and intuitive — accessible for all ages and experience levels • Trusted by millions of MobiSystems users worldwide PREMIUM • Full PDF editing — modify text, images, and formatting in any PDF • Full PDF conversion suite — PDF to and from Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ePub, PNG, JPEG • 50GB cloud storage on MobiDrive • Advanced annotation, markup tools, and night mode • Password protection and digital certificate support TL;DR MobiPDF is the go-to mobile PDF suite for freelancers, remote workers, and small business owners — offering powerful PDF editing, reliable conversion to and from all major formats, scanning, signing, and Read Aloud, all in one intuitive app optimized for iPhone and iPad. Help Centre: https://support.mobisystems.com/hc/en-us/sections/20794399449757-iOS Privacy Policy: https://mobisystems.com/en-us/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://mobisystems.com/en-us/terms-of-use

About

Scan.Plus

This app uses AI to provide high-quality mobile document scanning. It offers intelligent text extraction, translation, summarization, and editing capabilities. Securely manage, organize, and share your scanned documents with advanced features.

Highlights
  • AI-powered scanning and enhancement
  • OCR for text extraction and editing
  • AI translation and summarization
  • Magic Eraser for unwanted elements
  • Secure PDF and JPG management
  • E-signature and fax integration
Features
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Scan.Plus – The AI Document Scanner & Mobile Scanning App Experience crystal-clear scans with AI-enhanced precision! Scan.Plus is the ultimate mobile scanning app, offering exceptional scan quality, intelligent text extraction, and seamless document management. Whether you're scanning contracts, receipts, notes, or business documents, our AI document scanner ensures sharp, distortion-free scans every time. SMART AI SCANNING & IMAGE ENHANCEMENT Powered by advanced AI, Scan.Plus automatically detects documents, removes background clutter, and enhances text clarity. Fix distortions, remove fingers, and straighten curved pages effortlessly for professional-grade results. The Magic Eraser lets you eliminate stains, unwanted text, or watermarks for clean, polished scans. AI FEATURES: SCAN, EXTRACT, TRANSLATE & SUMMARIZE • AI-Powered Image to Text (OCR) – Instantly extract and edit text from scanned documents. • Translate & Summarize – Convert text to different languages or generate AI-powered summaries. • Smarter AI Tools – Finger Removal, Curvature Fixing, and Smart Eraser for flawless scans. EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN A AI DOCUMENT SCANNER • OCR (Text converter) and Search – Seamlessly Extract and Edit Text Scan.Plus includes OCR for quick text extraction, making scanned documents searchable and editable. Search within your documents or copy and modify text to enhance your productivity. • Smart Organization and Secure PDF Management Effortlessly organize and categorize your documents with Scan.Plus. Save as PDF or JPG. Enjoy better quality than camscanner with seamless organization and secure storage options. • Robust data encryption – Secure your confidential information Your privacy is our top priority in this invoice scanner and document scanner app. Scan.Plus ensures complete data encryption, safeguarding your sensitive information from unauthorized access. • Send for E-Signature and Fax – Complete Document Handling Send documents for digital signatures or in-person sign instantly through Sign.Plus or use Fax.Plus to fax documents right from the app, providing end-to-end solutions for your professional needs. Start with Scan.Plus for free and enjoy powerful scanning capabilities with no ads or distractions. Scan.Plus Key Features Include: - AI-powered scanning with auto-enhancement and cropping - OCR for converting images to searchable, editable text - AI translation and summarization for quick insights - Finger removal, distortion correction, and curvature fixing - Magic Eraser to remove unwanted elements - Save as PDF or JPG for flexible file options - Direct e-signature with Sign.Plus and faxing via Fax.Plus - Robust data encryption for privacy and security - Multi-page scanning and file merging DOWNLOAD SCAN.PLUS TODAY – THE AI-POWERED MOBILE SCANNING APP! Explore Scan.Plus today and discover the professional-grade features that make it the ideal AI mobile scanner app for PDF scanning, OCR text conversion, and seamless e-sign and fax options. Boost your document management and streamline your workflow with the trusted, AI-powered Scan.Plus. • Subscriptions - Renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. - Privacy Policy: https://www.alohi.com/privacy-policy - Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader4 screens
Scan.Plus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader at 7.3K against Scan.Plus's 747. MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader also leads on chart position (#120 vs unranked). Scan.Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Scan.Plus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader against 4.8 for Scan.Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader has 7.3K ratings behind it against 747, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader's written reviews are positive against 86% of Scan.Plus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader ships an update monthly, Scan.Plus every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader versus Scan.Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・ReaderScan.Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (7.3K ratings)4.8 (747 ratings)
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews85.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.3K — better747
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#120 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size186 MB191 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobiSystems, Inc.Alohi

Customer experience

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

All ratings7,295 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews517 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral3.3%
Negative14.9%

Scan.Plus

All ratings747 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.2%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

User reviews

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

From 7.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient and productive
  • 💡 Good scanner feature
  • 🚀 Helpful for work and school

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes
  • 🔒 Sneaky pricing tactics
  • 🔒 Subscription scam

Scan.Plus

From 747 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
  • 🔒 Secure and privacy-focused
  • 💡 Innovative AI-powered features
  • ⭐ Excellent overall performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔒 Subscription model concerns
  • 📦 Limitations in free/beta version

Bugs and requests

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Text editing issues
  • Image fields in forms don't work
  • Incompatible with dynamic PDFs
  • Activation issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add snap tool for cleaner documents
  • Improve font sync
  • Offer one-time purchase option
  • Develop a Mac OS version

Scan.Plus

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera not flipping to show document
  • Inability to reconnect after update issues
  • Unexpected app behavior after iOS 18 update

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to purchase unlimited AI credits
  • More flexible payment options (one-time purchase)
  • Improved camera controls (e.g., flip camera option)

In-app purchases

13 purchases

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

Subscriptions13
  • PDF Extra Premium$7.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium Weekly$7.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium 2023 Weekly7 Days trial$7.997 Days
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  • PDF Extra Premium Weekly7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium2 variants$9.991 Month
  • PDF Extra Premium 2023 Weekly7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Unlimited Access7 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium 2023 Monthly$12.991 Month
  • PDF Extra Premium Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • PDF Extra Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • PDF Extra Premium Yearly3 Days trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • PDF Extra Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Unlimited Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
3 purchases

Scan.Plus

Subscriptions3
  • Scan.Plus Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Scan.Plus Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Scan.Plus Pro Annual$29.991 Year

Questions

Is MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader free?
MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scan.Plus free?
Scan.Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader or Scan.Plus?
MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader and Scan.Plus are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7.3K and 747 ratings respectively.
Do MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader or Scan.Plus have ads?
Neither MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader nor Scan.Plus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader or Scan.Plus?
MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader ships an update monthly, and Scan.Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader was updated on September 27, 2026 and Scan.Plus on September 25, 2026.

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