Comparison

TurboScan™ Pro vs FAX from iPhone

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

Head to head
About

TurboScan™ Pro

Transform your iPhone into a powerful document scanner. Quickly capture, organize, and share multipage documents, receipts, and more as high-quality PDFs or JPEGs. Advanced algorithms ensure accurate edge detection, perspective correction, and optimal contrast for clear scans.

Highlights
  • Automatic document detection
  • Perspective correction
  • High-quality PDF/JPEG output
  • Document naming and organization
  • Quick email sending
  • SureScan mode for sharp scans
  • Face/Touch ID security
Features
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TurboScan turns your iPhone into a full-featured and powerful scanner for documents, receipts, books, photos, whiteboards, and more. You can quickly and accurately scan your multipage documents in high quality PDFs or JPEGs, name, organize and send them anywhere. • Featured in The NY Times, CNN Money and The Telegraph. • “Absolutely the best... I've tried other scanner apps and this one is the only way to go. Never going back to the other apps… TurboScan sets the standard for scanning apps.” - User review. • “…Would recommend this flawless and incredibly useful and perfectly executed app” - User review. TurboScan uses advanced and fast algorithms to accurately detect document edges, straighten them (correct perspective), eliminate shadows and set a perfect contrast for black on white text. Color and photo modes are also available. TurboScan boasts a powerful yet easy to use interface. Our handy "Email to myself" feature lets you quickly send documents with one tap. TurboScan also offers SureScan, our proprietary scanning mode for sharper scans (especially useful in low-light conditions.) SureScan automatically takes three pictures of the same document, giving you a guaranteed perfect result every time. We do not collect any data from TurboScan and all scanning happens on your iPhone. The confidentiality of your data is never compromised. TURBOSCAN FEATURES: • Automatic document detection and capture with perspective correction • Features SureScan for the sharpest scans • Document naming, folder organization and smart search • “Email to myself” feature for quick, regular emails • Add and reorder pages at any time • Arrange multiple receipts or cards on a single PDF page for printing, easy viewing, etc. • Send faxes using our Turbo Fax app • Easily email & message documents or separate pages as PDF & JPEG • Save documents or pages to Photos • Face/Touch ID & passcode lock for increased security • Upload, auto-upload or backup documents to iCloud Drive • Open PDFs or JPEGs in Google Drive and other PDF cloud apps • Combine scans via Merge or copy & paste separate pages • Conveniently AirDrop documents to your Mac and other devices • Print documents via AirPrint • Ultra-fast scanning (under 3 seconds per page) • Features VoiceOver for visually impaired users • We do not collect any user data in TurboScan TIPS ON SCANNING • Make sure your document is flat. • Use flash in low light conditions, but avoid glare with glossy documents. We support Ukraine. We're constantly improving TurboScan, and we value our customers' opinions and feedback. Please email us at support@turboscanapp.com with any questions or suggestions. Thank you!

About

FAX from iPhone

Send and receive faxes directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app transforms your device into a portable fax machine, supporting multiple file formats and international sending. Enjoy a free trial to experience convenient mobile faxing.

Highlights
  • Send and receive faxes internationally
  • Support for PDF, DOC, JPG, and more
  • Scan documents with your camera
  • Cloud integration (iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox)
  • Secure fax transmissions
  • Free fax trial available
Features
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FAX FROM YOUR IPHONE SpeedyFax makes it simple to send a fax directly from your iPhone. Scan a document with your camera or import a PDF from Files, iCloud, Google Drive, or Dropbox. FAST FAX SENDING Send important documents in just a few steps: Scan or import your document Enter the fax number Tap Send BUILT FOR IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS SpeedyFax is useful for sending: • Business documents • Legal forms • Medical records • Receipts and Contracts • Office paperwork SMART DOCUMENT TOOLS • Scan documents with your camera • Import PDFs from Files, iCloud, Google Drive, and Dropbox • Create clean fax-ready PDFs • Add professional cover pages • Track real-time fax delivery status • View fax history and retry failed faxes AI HELP FOR FAILED FAXES If a fax does not go through, SpeedyFax can help you understand what went wrong. With your permission, our AI assistant can review the issue, prioritize reporting the failed transmission to the business, and help you get your document delivered successfully. SUBSCRIPTION & TERMS Payment is charged to your Apple ID account if you choose to upgrade. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://geodelic.net/Privacy.pdf Terms of Use: https://geodelic.net/Terms.pdf Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TurboScan™ Pro4 screens
FAX from iPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FAX from iPhone at Free against TurboScan™ Pro's $12.99. FAX from iPhone also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). TurboScan™ Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (297K vs 2.3K). On rating, review sentiment, ads and device support 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

FAX from iPhone is free to download; TurboScan™ Pro costs $12.99 up front. FAX from iPhone sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. TurboScan™ Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for TurboScan™ Pro against 4.8 for FAX from iPhone. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TurboScan™ Pro has 297K ratings behind it against 2.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of TurboScan™ Pro's written reviews are positive against 93% of FAX from iPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TurboScan™ Pro ships an update every 3 months, FAX from iPhone every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
TurboScan™ Pro versus FAX from iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTurboScan™ ProFAX from iPhone
Price$12.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (297K ratings) — better4.8 (2.3K ratings)
Positive reviews96.3% of reviews — better92.8% of reviews
Number of ratings297K — better2.3K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPiksoft Inc.GEODELIC, L.L.C.

Customer experience

TurboScan™ Pro

All ratings295,245 ratings
Positive98.9%
Neutral0.6%
Negative0.5%
Written reviews2,767 reviews
Positive96.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative2.2%

FAX from iPhone

All ratings2,323 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative5.2%

User reviews

TurboScan™ Pro

From 297K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy to use
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 💡 Versatile scanning capabilities
  • 🔒 Secure document handling
  • 🚀 Efficient workflow for receipts, documents, and more

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with auto-framing and cropping
  • 🔒 Lack of password protection for scanned documents
  • 🔋 Concerns about performance on older devices

FAX from iPhone

From 2.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Convenient faxing from anywhere
  • 🚀 Speedy transmission
  • 👍 Reliable service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with credits/billing
  • 🐛 Inconsistent free fax experience
  • 🐛 Unclear pricing and limitations

Bugs and requests

TurboScan™ Pro

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent behavior when scanning multi-page documents
  • Occasional crashes or freezes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to organize scans into folders
  • Direct integration with cloud storage services like OneDrive
  • Auto-scan mode for hands-free operation
  • OCR capabilities for searchable text

FAX from iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes when trying to send faxes
  • Issues with uploading/scanning documents
  • Discrepancies in credit balances

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to upload documents directly from cloud storage
  • More payment options beyond in-app purchases
  • Clearer communication on free vs. paid features

In-app purchases

None

TurboScan™ Pro

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

FAX from iPhone

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Fax Access - Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Premium Fax Service - Yearly$35.991 Year
One-time8
  • Pack of 10 Credits$0.99
  • Pack of 20 Credits$1.99
  • Pack of 50 Credits$2.99
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  • Pack of 100 Credits$4.99
  • Pack of 150 Credits$5.99
  • Pack of 250 Credits$9.99
  • Pack of 600 Credits$19.99
  • Pack of 2000 Credits$49.99

Questions

Is TurboScan™ Pro free?
TurboScan™ Pro costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is FAX from iPhone free?
FAX from iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TurboScan™ Pro or FAX from iPhone?
TurboScan™ Pro is rated higher. TurboScan™ Pro averages 4.9 out of 5 from 297K ratings, while FAX from iPhone averages 4.8 from 2.3K ratings.
Do TurboScan™ Pro or FAX from iPhone have ads?
Neither TurboScan™ Pro nor FAX from iPhone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TurboScan™ Pro or FAX from iPhone?
TurboScan™ Pro ships an update every 3 months, and FAX from iPhone every 3 weeks. Most recently, TurboScan™ Pro was updated on October 31, 2026 and FAX from iPhone on October 29, 2026.

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