# VIN Scanner vs Adobe Scan

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VIN Scanner at none against Adobe Scan's 13. VIN Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Adobe Scan's advantage is ratings volume (1.6M vs 2.2K) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Adobe Scan sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. VIN Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for VIN Scanner against 4.9 for Adobe Scan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Adobe Scan has 1.6M ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 83% and 83% positive.

VIN Scanner ships an update every 2 months, Adobe Scan fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VIN Scanner | Adobe Scan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vin-scanner/id351899465/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.6M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adobe-scan-pdf-and-ocr-scanner/id1199564834/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K | **1.6M** |
| Positive reviews | **83.4% of reviews** | 82.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#11** |
| Size | 15 MB | 398 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Laser Appraiser, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/351899468) | [Adobe Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331646274) |

## What reviewers say

### VIN Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vin-scanner/id351899465)

This app provides automotive professionals with data-driven insights for used car appraisal and decision-making. It offers VIN scanning, valuation data from multiple sources, and vehicle history reports to help maximize profit margins.

**Highlights:** VIN barcode scanning, Vehicle valuation data (J.D. Power, KBB, etc.), CARFAX & Experian AutoCheck reports, Retail sales data analysis, Auction market reports, Dealer tools for sharing and syncing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Anywhere scanner
- 💰 Great pricing
- 📚 Ability to store many VINs
- 🛒 Helpful for auto professionals
- ⚡ Fast and accurate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and crashes frequently
- ⏱️ Slow performance and loading times
- 📱 Outdated user interface
- 💰 Overpriced compared to alternatives
- 🔁 Annoying rating prompts

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Slow loading of vehicle information
- Inconsistent mileage data
- Refresh issues when selecting options

**Requested features**

- Improved stability and reliability
- Faster scanning and data retrieval
- More modern and intuitive UI design
- Competitive pricing options
- Ability to view auction details and history


### Adobe Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adobe-scan-pdf-and-ocr-scanner/id1199564834)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Grossing · Business, #34 Top Free · Business (US App Store)

Transform your mobile device into a powerful document scanner. Easily convert paper documents, receipts, and IDs into professional-looking PDFs or JPEGs. Enhance scans with automatic straightening, stain removal, and editable text conversion.

**Highlights:** High-speed bulk scanning, Convert paper to PDF/JPEG, Automatic straightening, Magic eraser for cleanup, Extract pages, Image to text OCR, Organize into folders

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adobe Scan Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Adobe Scan Plus - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Adobe PDF Pack | $9.99 | per month |
| Adobe Scan Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Adobe Scan Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Scan premium - monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Adobe Scan Plus - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Adobe Scan Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Adobe Scan Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Adobe Scan Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Adobe Scan Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Adobe PDF Pack | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Quick scanning
- 👍 Convenient for on-the-go
- 🚀 High-quality scans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🐛 Issues with auto-cropping and alignment
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around cloud storage
- 💰 Expensive premium features

**Reported bugs**

- Scans not saving properly
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Problems with multi-page document scanning

**Requested features**

- Add option to save scans locally without cloud sync
- Improve edge detection and auto-cropping accuracy
- Implement multi-language OCR support
- Allow manual control over scan settings and adjustments


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VIN Scanner free?

VIN Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Adobe Scan free?

Adobe Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VIN Scanner or Adobe Scan?

Adobe Scan is rated higher. VIN Scanner averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Adobe Scan averages 4.9 from 1.6M ratings.

### Do VIN Scanner or Adobe Scan have ads?

Adobe Scan shows ads; VIN Scanner does not.

### Which is updated more often, VIN Scanner or Adobe Scan?

VIN Scanner ships an update every 2 months, and Adobe Scan fortnightly. Most recently, VIN Scanner was updated on September 23, 2026 and Adobe Scan on September 24, 2026.

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