Pocket Docs vs COMPASS PathWaves
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pocket Docs
Securely store and manage your documents and QR codes locally on your device. Scan, upload, and organize PDFs with custom fields for easy data retrieval. Access everything offline and share documents via email or other platforms.
- Local device storage
- Offline access
- Built-in scanner
- Custom document fields
- QR code storage
- PDF export and sharing
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- SAFE - We don't use servers to store data, your documents are stored only on your device. For extra security, you can set a password and use TouchId or FaceId to quickly unlock. - OFFLINE - Create and view documents offline, the app works without an internet connection. - DOCUMENT UPLOADING -. You can add a document to the app in several ways. Scan with the built-in scanner, upload a pdf from your device, or upload photos of a document. Documents are stored in PDF format. - DOCUMENT FIELDS - In the app you can create fields for each document. This way you can record the most frequently used data and not have to search through the entire PDF document. Saved fields can easily be copied to use where you need them. You can copy individual fields or all fields at once. - QR DOCUMENTS - A new section of the app allows you to store qr codes. So you can scan movie tickets, transport tickets and any other information which is stored as a QR code. - QR-codes - Save qr codes for quick access. Here you can also create fields to quickly copy important information. For example, you can store ticket information, qr and any other information available as qr. - SENDING DOCUMENTS - Send PDF documents via email, social media, and other available methods.
COMPASS PathWaves
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Compass PathWaves records audio of clinician-client conversations. The recorded audio can be analyzed for use in clinician training, client psychological safety monitoring, and clinical trial research projects. PLEASE NOTE: Compass PathWaves is currently only available for use by partner organizations. Please contact support@compasspathwaves.com for more information on how to become a partner.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: COMPASS PathWaves at none against Pocket Docs's 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Pocket Docs sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. COMPASS PathWaves asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pocket Docs | COMPASS PathWaves |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (40 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 40 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Evgeniy Konev | Compass Pathfinder Limited |
In-app purchases
Pocket Docs
- One-time offer$5.99
- Pocket Documents Pro$7.99
COMPASS PathWaves
No in-app purchases
Questions
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