Comparison

TextMaker vs MobiScan

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

Head to head
About

TextMaker

This app offers a complete word processing experience for your documents, bringing desktop-level features to your mobile device. It ensures seamless compatibility with Microsoft Word files and provides intuitive controls for editing and formatting on the go. Save your work locally or directly to cloud storage services.

Highlights
  • Microsoft Word DOCX compatibility
  • Desktop-level editing and formatting
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Intuitive mobile interface
  • Extensive graphics functions
  • Spell check and complex document features
Features
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■ TextMaker ► The only complete Office word processor for your Word files ► Work on your Word documents wherever and whenever you want. ► When working on the go, take advantage of a feature set that you would otherwise only know from your PC or Mac. ► Almost all features can be used permanently free of charge. The complete set of features that you know from Microsoft Word or TextMaker on your Mac or PC is now offered by TextMaker on your iPhone and iPad. Compatibility without compromise: TextMaker uses the Microsoft Office format DOCX as its native format. This guarantees seamless data exchange. You can open your documents directly in Microsoft Word without having to convert them. Intuitive operation on iPhone and iPad: TextMaker always provides an ideal user experience, regardless of whether you're using it on your iPhone or an iPad. On an iPhone, you can use the practical toolbars with just one finger. On an iPad, you work with ribbons similar to those on your Mac or PC. Save locally or in the cloud: TextMaker not only enables you to open and save documents stored on your device, but it also allows you to access your files in iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive and all other cloud storage services. The TextMaker user interface is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and more than 20 other languages. TextMaker brings the features of a desktop word processor to your iPhone and iPad. You shouldn't settle for less. ■ Working with files ► Documents can be losslessly exchanged with TextMaker for Windows, Mac and Linux. ► Open and save DOCX and DOC files with full fidelity from Microsoft Word 6.0 to 2021 and Word 365, also with password protection ► Open and save OpenDocument files (compatible with OpenOffice and LibreOffice), RTF and HTML ■ Editing and formatting ► Numerous templates enable you to rapidly create attractive Office documents. ► Insert fields such as date/time, page number, consecutive numbers, etc. ► Borders, shading, drop caps, paragraph control ► Paragraph and character styles ► Format painter for the rapid transfer of formatting ► Tables ► Calculations in text and tables ► Automatic numbering of lines, paragraphs, lists and headings ■ Comprehensive graphics functions ► Draw and design directly in the document ► Microsoft-Word-compatible AutoShapes ► Insert pictures in a range of file formats ► Crop pictures, change brightness, contrast and gamma ► TextArt function for striking font effects ■ Spell check ► Automatic spell checking in numerous languages ► You can add any Hunspell dictionary. ■ Features for complex documents ► Comments ► Cross references, footnotes, endnotes, indexes, tables of contents, bibliographies ► Forms with input fields, dropdown lists, calculations, etc. ■ Other features Almost all features of TextMaker for iOS can be used free of charge. The following additional features are available to you via an inexpensive subscription: ► Printing ► Export to PDF, PDF/A and to the e-book format EPUB ► Sharing documents directly from TextMaker ► Outliner ► Multilingual thesaurus ► 2D and 3D charts ► Comments and tracked changes ► Free customer support A single subscription unlocks these features simultaneously in TextMaker, PlanMaker and Presentations for iOS. License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

MobiScan

This app transforms your device into a portable scanner for documents, IDs, and more. It offers unlimited free scanning with built-in editing and advanced OCR to extract text. Organize, export, and share your digitized files with ease.

Highlights
  • Unlimited document scanning
  • Multi-purpose scanning (IDs, cards, books)
  • Built-in editing tools (crop, rotate, enhance)
  • Advanced OCR for text extraction
  • Simple file management with folders
  • Export to PDF and TXT
  • Secure sharing via cloud services
Features
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Enjoy unlimited document scanning for free with MobiScan - the intuitive, feature-rich scanning app designed to simplify your life. No ads, no in-app purchases - totally free. Stay organized, increase productivity, and save time anywhere with a powerful mobile scanner always in your pocket. Whether you're a busy professional, a diligent student, or simply looking to declutter your paper-filled world, MobiScan transforms your iOS device into a high-quality, portable scanner that you can use to scan contracts, receipts, business cards, ID cards, passports, or even books at a moment’s notice. KEY MOBISCAN FEATURES • MULTI-PURPOSE SCANNING Scan a variety of content formats, including ID cards, passports, business cards, notes (even handwritten), and books - all in one app. • UNLIMITED DOCUMENT SCANS – FREE Digitize as many documents as you want with crisp clarity using our HD scanning feature. No limits, no hidden caps - just simple, reliable scanning at no cost. • BUILT-IN EDITING TOOLS Crop, rotate, and enhance your scans in seconds. Reorder pages, apply filters for better readability, or sign documents directly inside the app. • ADVANCED OCR TECHNOLOGY Extract text from images instantly with smart Optical Character Recognition (OCR). Make your scans searchable, editable, and easy to share. • SIMPLE FILE MANAGEMENT Organize your documents effortlessly with folders, custom names, and search functionality. Switch between grid or list view for quick navigation. • EASY EXPORT & SHARING Export to PDF or TXT and share securely via cloud services or messaging apps. Copy and paste text in a single tap for faster collaboration. Try MobiScan today - enjoy unlimited scanning for free and experience the power of mobile scanning at your fingertips. Privacy Policy: https://mobisystems.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://mobisystems.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

TextMaker3 screens
MobiScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

TextMaker and MobiScan both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of MobiScan's written reviews are positive against 76% of TextMaker's. MobiScan also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). TextMaker's advantage is ratings volume (492 vs 30) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. TextMaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and MobiScan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.7 for TextMaker against 4.6 for MobiScan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TextMaker has 492 ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of TextMaker's written reviews are positive against 100% of MobiScan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TextMaker ships an update every 2 months, MobiScan monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TextMaker versus MobiScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTextMakerMobiScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (492 ratings) — better4.6 (30 ratings)
Positive reviews76.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings492 — better30
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB123 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoftMaker Software GmbHMobiSystems, Inc.

Customer experience

TextMaker

All ratings492 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews114 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral3.5%
Negative20.2%

MobiScan

All ratings30 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

TextMaker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues with replacing images in documents
  • Inconsistent behavior when saving documents
  • Compatibility problems with older iPad models

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved Apple Pencil support
  • Ability to manage footnotes as a whole
  • Better integration with cloud storage services
  • More customization options for dark mode

MobiScan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TextMaker

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock all features7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Unlock all features7 Days trial$13.491 Year
3 purchases

MobiScan

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Unlimited Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Unlimited Access7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Unlimited Access$29.991 Year

Questions

Is TextMaker free?
TextMaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MobiScan free?
MobiScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TextMaker or MobiScan?
TextMaker is rated higher. TextMaker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 492 ratings, while MobiScan averages 4.6 from 30 ratings.
Do TextMaker or MobiScan have ads?
Neither TextMaker nor MobiScan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TextMaker or MobiScan?
TextMaker ships an update every 2 months, and MobiScan monthly. Most recently, TextMaker was updated on September 24, 2026 and MobiScan on September 27, 2026.

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