Manual Reads vs PDFBeam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Manual Reads
Manually input meter readings without needing specific hardware. This utility app simplifies data entry for submetering systems.
- Manual meter reading entry
- No hardware installation required
- Data input for submetering systems
- User-friendly interface
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The Manual Read App by NextCentury allows users to manual enter reads for meters without installing NextCentury equipment.
PDFBeam
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PDFBeam makes it easy to convert PDF documents into shareable QR codes. Upload your PDF, generate a unique link, and instantly create a QR code that can be scanned from any device. Whether you're sharing manuals, brochures, presentations, menus, catalogs, or documents, PDFBeam provides a simple and fast workflow. FEATURES • Upload PDF files securely • Generate QR codes for uploaded documents • Access and manage your uploaded files • Sign in with Email or Apple ID • Simple and clean user interface • View and manage your account profile • Fast cloud-based processing PDFBeam Premium is available as a monthly auto-renewable subscription. Subscription pricing may vary by region and is displayed within the app before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://pdfbeam.onrender.com/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Manual Reads at none against PDFBeam's 1. Manual Reads also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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. PDFBeam sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Manual Reads asks for nothing beyond the download.
Manual Reads ships an update every 3 weeks, PDFBeam every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Manual Reads | PDFBeam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Next Century Submetering Systems | AHMET SEZER FIDANCI |
In-app purchases
Manual Reads
No in-app purchases
PDFBeam
- Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
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