Comparison

SnapScan vs NotesGlow

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

Head to head
About

SnapScan

Features
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SnapScan - An app that does more than scanning documents. An Omni-channel document management system which allows easier management and secure access. SnapScan stands as the easy to use scanner application and best alternative to CamScanner in Geo's where it is blocked, as it is a Intelligent and an easy-to-use scanner application. With a global shift to making everything accessible online, our app helps you to Scan documents, receipts, photos, books, school notes, and anything else you need in a PDF format for easier access, to edit, view, merge and organize your documents. These scanned documents are saved in custom folders with pre-defined tags which can either be saved in your device or uploaded to Google Drive or other Cloud Storage. SnapScan allows you to share the scanned documents with a group/family which gives it a distinct competitive advantage. Within the short time frame since its release, the feedback of the users has been overwhelmingly positive on the PlayStore, which only pushes us to make SnapScan the best, convenient and secure platform for scanning documents and much more. Key Features of Snap Scan: Auto & Manual Scanning Mode: Multiple custom scanning modes for documents, passport, ID cards and more. An intelligent scanning based on document type. Auto Detect document edges. Add Signature on the Go: Need to put your signature on a scanned document? Signature on a PDF or any document? With SnapScan it’s a breeze to add your signature on the go. Hassle-Free Cloud & Drive Connectivity: Don’t clog your mobile with scanned documents. Upload your scanned document on to Google Drive or other cloud storage. Personalized Folders: Pre-defined, personalized folder for easy and organized storage of your scanned document. Find them easily when you need them. Merge Scanned PDFs: Scanning multi page documents? Snap Scan allows you to merge multiple scanned documents into single PDF. 
Cross Platform: SnapScan is one of the few scanner apps that is available cross platform. Scan your documents once and access it across all your devices. Customer Review: One of the best "Mobile Scanner" apps on App Store to Scan documents, receipts, photos, books, school notes, and anything else you need in a PDF format for easier access, to edit, view, merge and organise your documents.

About

NotesGlow

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NotesGlow is your all‑in‑one space for notes, ideas, tasks, and daily reflection β€” designed with care, crafted for speed, and built to help you stay organized without friction. Whether you're capturing quick thoughts, writing long‑form notes, planning projects, or tracking moods and checklists, Glow adapts to the way you think. With a clean interface, powerful tools, and seamless iCloud sync, your notes stay safe, searchable, and beautifully organized across all your devices.

Screenshots

SnapScan4 screens
NotesGlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NotesGlow at none against SnapScan's 1. NotesGlow also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). SnapScan's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. SnapScan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NotesGlow asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapScan ships an update every 2 months, NotesGlow every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
SnapScan versus NotesGlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapScanNotesGlow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size105 MB4 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMurthy KottaFilip Niedziolka

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SnapScan

One-time1
  • SnapScan Pro$4.99
None

NotesGlow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SnapScan free?
SnapScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NotesGlow free?
NotesGlow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SnapScan or NotesGlow have ads?
Neither SnapScan nor NotesGlow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapScan or NotesGlow?
SnapScan ships an update every 2 months, and NotesGlow every 4 days. Most recently, SnapScan was updated on October 7, 2026 and NotesGlow on October 7, 2026.

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