Comparison

SuperScan vs QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner

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

Head to head
About

SuperScan

Transform your phone into a portable scanner to capture, edit, and share documents as PDFs or JPEGs. Features include e-sign, OCR for text conversion, and QR code scanning. All scans are stored locally, ensuring privacy and offline access.

Highlights
  • Scan documents to PDF/JPEG
  • E-sign and annotate
  • OCR text recognition
  • QR and barcode scanner
  • Local storage
  • Multi-page scanning
  • Secure scans with Touch/Face ID
Features
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SkyBox Scanner is a scanner app that will turn your phone into the powerful tiny scanner that fits in your pocket! Scan, edit, sign and share any document in PDF or JPEG. With our scanner you don’t need an Internet connection as all scans are stored locally on your device. Become even more productive with e-sign and OCR. Add your signature to scanned documents with just a few taps in scanner pro. Use text recognition to convert any scan into text. Not only a printer app, but fast and easy QR scanner. Advanced scanner features: - Scan any QR Code and Barcode - Sign documents in a few taps - OCR (convert any scan into text) - Save your scans in black and white, grayscale or color - Highlight the key points of your scans. - Scan to high-quality PDF or JPEG - Multipage scanning - scan as many pages as you need - Automatic shutter and border detection for any scannable object - Protect your scans with Touch/Face ID or pin code Use our free scanner app to scan anything you need: - IDs, business documents, agreements, letters, invoices, order sheets, receipts - Paper notes and sketches - Any articles and book pages - Business cards - Rentals, credit notes, bills or any other printed documents Share your scanned documents via: - Email or messengers as PDF, JPEG - Print your scans with any Wi-Fi printer - Save scans to Camera Roll Premium features: - Unlimited number of scans and folders. - Text Recognition (OCR) - Signature, Watermark, Stamp, Annotation Information about the auto-renewal of subscription: - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - An account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan. Terms of Services: https://tryskybox.com/terms-of-services Privacy Policy: https://tryskybox.com/privacy-policy Contact Us: https://tryskybox.com/contact

About

QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner

Transform your phone into a portable scanner to digitize documents, notes, and images. Convert paper to high-quality digital files with professional editing tools. Unlock advanced features like OCR and e-signatures with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Digitize documents, IDs, and passports
  • Import and organize scanned files
  • Professional editing tools (filter, crop, rotate)
  • Text Recognition (OCR)
  • E-Signature functionality
  • Advanced export options (Word, print)
Features
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"Scanner App makes my operations with documents much faster and easier." — Feedback from one of our first users. Turn your iPhone into a powerful portable scanner with Scanner App: Documents to PDF! Scanner App is a versatile scanner app for documents and images that instantly converts paper documents into high-quality digital files. Whether you're scanning personal notes, business papers, or photos, you can do it quickly and effortlessly. Need to scan a QR code or barcode? Just point your iPhone’s camera at the code and let the app do the rest — what happens next depends on what’s inside. Open a link, view the text, or pull up the details behind the code, all in a couple of taps. Scan QR codes and barcodes on: • Posters and flyers • Product packaging and labels • Business cards • Tickets and receipts and much more! Perfect for scanning: • Paper notes and sketches • IDs and passports • Agreements and contracts • Book pages • Business cards • Receipts and much more! If you're running a business or simply want to stay organized, this PDF scanner app is a must-have on your smartphone. Our application includes free features and features available for users with the subscription. Enjoy the following free features: • Scan Everything: Digitize documents, IDs, and passports in seconds. • Import & Organize: Easily import documents and images from your gallery, rename files, and search by document name. • Professional Editing: Filter, rotate, straighten, and crop your scans for the perfect look. • Tools: Highlight key details, erase imperfections, and lock confidential documents. Unlock the following features with the subscription: • Text Recognition (OCR): Recognize text from documents to copy and edit. • E-Signature: Sign documents directly on your device. • Advanced Export: Share your scans, print documents, or convert them to Word. • Document Editing: Add pages, insert text or images, and apply custom watermarks. Why choose Scanner App? Because it's one of the most useful tools you can have on your phone, helping you manage documents quickly, efficiently, and anywhere you need. Don't wait — download Scanner App now and make scanning and managing documents easier than ever! Privacy Policy: https://pp.scannerapp.online/ Terms of Use: https://tou.scannerapp.online/

Screenshots

SuperScan4 screens
QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SuperScan at none against QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner's shown. SuperScan also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner's advantage is chart position (#191 vs unranked) and review sentiment (55% vs 46%). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. SuperScan sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 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 — 4.6 for SuperScan against 4.7 for QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.6K and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of SuperScan's written reviews are positive against 55% of QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SuperScan ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
SuperScan versus QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuperScanQR Code Reader & PDF Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.6K ratings)4.7 (2.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.0% of reviews55.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K2.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank—#191 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB274 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCirco, Inc.PrimeForm OU

Customer experience

SuperScan

All ratings1,579 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews137 reviews
Positive46.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative54.0%

QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner

All ratings2,467 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews314 reviews
Positive55.4%
Neutral0.6%
Negative43.9%

User reviews

SuperScan

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent scanning quality
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure
  • 💡 Helpful features
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
  • 🤖 Automatic renewal issues
  • 🤑 Deceptive free trial

QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Quick and efficient scanning
  • 💯 Reliable and accurate scans
  • 📁 Convenient document organization

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Restrictive subscription model
  • 💰 Expensive subscription fees
  • ⛔ Lack of free features
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable performance

Bugs and requests

SuperScan

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cropping issues with scanned documents
  • Inability to access saved documents
  • Subscription charges despite cancellation
  • Unresponsive app features

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow free scanning without subscription
  • Improve subscription cancellation process
  • Add more customization options
  • Enhance scanning accuracy and reliability

QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Freezing and crashing issues
  • Inability to delete scanned documents
  • Poor image quality in scanned documents
  • Subscription issues and unexpected charges

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for additional languages
  • Improved subscription management
  • Ability to cancel subscription easily
  • Free trial period for all features

In-app purchases

13 purchases

SuperScan

Subscriptions13
  • SuperScan Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • SuperScan 1-Week Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • SuperScan Weekly Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • SkyBox Scanner Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • UberScan Premium7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • SuperScan Premium (Weekly)3 Days trial$12.997 Days
  • SkyBox Scanner Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • SuperScan Yearly$19.991 Year
  • SuperScan Premium (Annual)$29.991 Year
  • SuperScan Yearly$39.991 Year
  • UberScan Premium1 Year trial$119.001 Year
  • SkyBox Scanner Premium3 Days trial$239.991 Year
  • SuperScan Premium (Annual)3 Days trial$239.991 Year
16 purchases

QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner

Subscriptions14
  • Weekly subscription$7.997 Days
  • PDF Scanner3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Weekly Subscription$9.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • App pdf scanner neat scanner3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$29.991 Year
  • Annual subscription$34.991 Year
  • Annual subscription$39.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription$59.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Annual subscription1 Year trial$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime subscription$49.99
  • One-Time Payment$199.99

Questions

Is SuperScan free?
SuperScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner free?
QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SuperScan or QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner?
QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner is rated higher. SuperScan averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.
Do SuperScan or QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner have ads?
QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner shows ads; SuperScan does not.
Which is updated more often, SuperScan or QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner?
SuperScan ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner every 3 weeks. Most recently, SuperScan was updated on September 26, 2026 and QR Code Reader & PDF Scanner on September 28, 2026.

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