Comparison

Pdf Text Search vs OpenCards

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

Head to head
About

Pdf Text Search

Easily find specific text within PDF documents. Import PDFs, convert them to searchable text, and locate exact phrases or keywords. Advanced features include AI training for similar text identification and TF-IDF analysis for document comparison.

Highlights
  • Search exact text or keywords
  • AI model for similar text identification
  • TF-IDF analysis for document comparison
  • View PDF page of search results
  • Save and share search entries
  • Augmented reality document viewing
Features
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Pdf Text Search is an app to search for text in a pdf document. Select a pdf document to import, and the app reads the text in that document and converts it into searchable text entries. As you input your search, the app finds the entries that include your search. You can search for only the exact text you enter, for one or more words you enter (in any order). You can also train an artificial intelligence model to identify similar text in a document. After conducting a search, you can click on the relevant entry and see full text for that entry and click that text to see the pdf page where that entry is located. You can also save and share entries. When you import a document, the app saves that document. You can view saved documents in a list or in augmented reality. You to select two or more pdf documents and the app will use an algorith referred to as TF-IDF (term frequency - inverse document frequency) to identify terms based on their frequency in the document compared to their frequency in the other selected documents. After the app has processed your selected documents, you can click on a document to view the top terms based on their TF-IDF score and then you can click on one of those terms, load the document and search for the selected term in that document. You can see details on our terms of use at http://piryonenterprises.com/about

About

OpenCards

Transform your Markdown notes into interactive knowledge cards. Organize, review, and access your information seamlessly across devices. Supports rich formatting, including math equations and code.

Highlights
  • Markdown cards with math and code highlighting
  • Organize cards into sections
  • Tags and likes with filtering
  • Full-screen swipe navigation
  • Global search
  • iCloud sync
  • GitHub Markdown import
Features
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OpenCards — Organize Your Knowledge Turn your Markdown notes into beautiful, browsable knowledge cards. OpenCards helps you organize, review, and carry your knowledge everywhere. Organize Your Way Create sections to group your cards by topic — class notes, research papers, vocabulary, or anything you need. Browse cards in a smooth horizontal carousel or search across your entire collection instantly. Rich Markdown Rendering OpenCards renders full Markdown with support for math equations (KaTeX), syntax-highlighted code blocks, tables, and more. Your content looks great in both light and dark mode. Tag, Like & Filter Mark your favorite cards with a like. Add tags to categorize and find cards quickly. Filter any section by likes or tags to focus on what matters. Full-Screen Reading Tap any card to enter an immersive full-screen view. Swipe through cards one by one — perfect for studying and review. iCloud Sync Your cards sync automatically across all your devices via iCloud. Start on your iPhone, continue on your iPad. Import from GitHub Paste a GitHub folder URL to bulk-import Markdown files directly into any section. Great for pulling in shared notes, study materials, or documentation. Key Features - Markdown cards with math (KaTeX) and code highlighting - Organize cards into sections - Tags and likes with per-section filtering - Full-screen card feed with swipe navigation - Global search across all cards - iCloud sync across devices - GitHub Markdown import Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pdf Text Search4 screens
OpenCards4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OpenCards at 5.0 against Pdf Text Search's 3.0. OpenCards also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Pdf Text Search's advantage is iOS requirement (14.3 vs 18.6). On price, ratings volume, 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. Pdf Text Search sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and OpenCards sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OpenCards holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pdf Text Search ships an update every 2 months, OpenCards fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pdf Text Search versus OpenCards: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPdf Text SearchOpenCards
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS14.3 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPiryon Enterprises LLC礼 付

Customer experience

Pdf Text Search

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

OpenCards

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pdf Text Search

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Subscription14 Days trial$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Tip$0.99
1 purchases

OpenCards

Subscriptions1
  • OpenCards Pro$0.991 Month

Questions

Is Pdf Text Search free?
Pdf Text Search is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OpenCards free?
OpenCards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pdf Text Search or OpenCards?
OpenCards is rated higher. Pdf Text Search averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while OpenCards averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Pdf Text Search or OpenCards have ads?
Neither Pdf Text Search nor OpenCards shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pdf Text Search or OpenCards?
Pdf Text Search ships an update every 2 months, and OpenCards fortnightly. Most recently, Pdf Text Search was updated on October 4, 2026 and OpenCards on October 7, 2026.

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