xZip vs PDF Scanner Assistant
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
xZip
This utility app allows users to easily decompress and extract files from various archive formats like zip, rar, and 7z. It supports previewing file information within compressed packages and offers separate extraction of individual files.
- Decompress various archive formats (zip, rar, 7z, xz)
- Extract files from compressed packages
- Preview archive file information
- Free and ad-free experience
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xZip is a lightweight archive viewer and extractor for iOS and iPadOS. Browse what's inside before you extract, pull out only the files you need, and move on — no ads, no account, no fuss. FREE FEATURES • Open ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR, XZ, GZ, TGZ archives • Browse file trees and folder structures • Extract all files with one tap • Basic compression (ZIP, 7z) • Password-protected archives supported PRO UNLOCK (one-time purchase) • Preview images, PDFs, and text without extracting • Extract individual files on demand • Encrypt compressed files with a password (ZIP & 7z) • Low-memory compression mode for large files • Split multiple files into separate or chunked archives • Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with a single purchase FORMATS SUPPORTED • Full preview: ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR • Quick extract: XZ, GZ, TGZ, TAR.GZ DESIGNED FOR iPad & iPhone • Optimized for iPad multitasking and larger screens • Open archives from Files, Mail, Safari, or AirDrop PRIVACY & PERFORMANCE • Zero ads — not now, not ever • No account, no personal data collected • All processing happens on-device • Lightweight and fast — under 30 MB • VoiceOver supported Built for people who just want to open their files and move on. Privacy Policy: https://blabla-yy.github.io/privacy/xzip-en.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
PDF Scanner Assistant
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Say goodbye to bulky scanners! PDF Scanner Assistant turns your phone into a powerful portable scanner. Instantly scan any paper document, note, or contract and convert it into a clean, high-quality PDF with just one tap. 【Key Features】 • One-Tap Scanning: Automatically detects edges and captures a perfect scan. • Smart Enhancement: Auto-corrects perspective, removes shadows & enhances readability. • Create High-Quality PDFs: Generate crisp, professional PDF files in seconds. • Organize with Ease: Rename, sort, and manage all your scanned documents effortlessly. 【Why Choose Us?】 Super Simple: No learning curve, just open and scan. 100% Offline: Your documents never leave your device, guaranteed privacy. Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone looking to go paperless. Download now and digitize your world! — Privacy Policy please visit: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DREt1SXJkbG9JYUFT * **Terms of use (EULA): * https://docs.qq.com/doc/DREdKR2ZwYUJaa1hr * **Terms of apple please visit: * https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PDF Scanner Assistant at none against xZip's 1. xZip's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. xZip sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PDF Scanner Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.
xZip ships an update weekly, PDF Scanner Assistant monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | xZip | PDF Scanner Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 跃洋 王 | 乐祥 胡 |
In-app purchases
xZip
- Pro Unlock$2.99
PDF Scanner Assistant
No in-app purchases
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