Comparison

Genius Scan Enterprise vs Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Genius Scan Enterprise

Transform your mobile device into a powerful document scanner. Quickly capture, enhance, and export paper documents as multi-page PDFs. Features include smart detection, batch scanning, and various export options for seamless organization and sharing.

Highlights
  • Smart document detection and correction
  • Batch scanning for multiple pages
  • Multi-page PDF creation and editing
  • On-device document processing
  • OCR text recognition
  • Secure PDF encryption
  • Cloud backup and sync
Features
Currently charting
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Genius Scan is a document scanner app in your pocket. Quickly scan your paper documents on the go and export them as multi-page PDF files. *** Apple App of the Week *** 20+ million users *** 1000s of small businesses *** Place any document in front of your device’s camera: our scanner app automatically recognizes the paper against the background, crops it, and cleans up the result. You obtain a crisp, legible scan. Batch scanning lets you scan dozens of pages in a matter of seconds. Powerful tools help you organize, share, or archive your documents. “Next time you plan to hit the road, don’t forget to download Genius Scan to make life easier for yourself and your accounting department.” - AppPicker.com “Camera apps aren’t designed for close-up text scanning, but Genius Scan is.” - The Guardian == ENTERPRISE EDITION == Genius Scan Plus Premium Plan: - All the premium features of the Genius Scan Plus Premium Plan (denoted with + below), out of the box (no upgrade needed). Managed Configuration: - Deployment to fleets of devices managed by a MDM tool - Pre-configuration of app settings on a per-user basis (eg. set default email address, WebDAV/FTP credentials) - Control of which apps and services users can export documents to - No ads == KEY FEATURES == Smart Scanning: - Document detection & background removal - Distortion correction - Shadow removal and defect cleanup - Filters (black & white, whiteboard, photo) - Batch scanning PDF Creation & Editing: - Document merging & splitting - Multiple page PDF creation - Photos and PDF import Security & Privacy: - On-device document processing + Face ID locking + PDF password encryption Document Organization: - Document tagging - Metadata and content search + Smart document renaming (custom templates, …) + Backup and multi-device sync with Genius Cloud (separate subscription) Export: - Email + Box, Dropbox, Evernote, Expensify, Google Drive, iCloud Drive, OneDrive, OneNote, FTP, SugarSync, WebDAV. + Any WebDAV compatible service such as Citrix ShareFile, NextCloud, ownCloud, Synology, Yandex. + Automatic background auto-export OCR (Text Recognition): + Text extraction + Searchable PDF creation + Business card scanning & contact creation == ABOUT US == It’s in the heart of Paris, France that The Grizzly Labs develops Genius Scan. We take pride in crafting apps that help millions of users throughout the world and hold ourselves to the highest standards in terms of quality and privacy. Get in touch with us @thegrizzlylabs if you have any questions. == PRICING & LEGAL == You can subscribe to Genius Cloud for backup & synchronization. In that case, Genius Scan’s store displays the duration and price of each subscription, updated at the time of purchase. Payment will be charged to iTunes account when the order is confirmed. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off no later than 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions, disable auto-renewal in the iTunes account settings. https://www.thegrizzlylabs.com/genius-scan/cloud/terms

About

Scanner

Easily convert documents and photos into digital PDF files in seconds. Scan, edit, crop, and share your files with a built-in scanner tool. Supports batch scanning and e-signature functionality.

Highlights
  • Convert documents to PDF
  • Scan photos to PDF
  • Edit and crop scanned images
  • Batch mode for multiple files
  • Add e-signatures to PDFs
  • Save and share digital copies
Features
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Scan any document and let AI do the rest. Scanner turns your phone into a powerful document scanner, PDF creator, file converter, and AI document assistant. Capture paperwork in seconds, summarize long reports, extract key information, and ask questions about anything you scan. SCAN ANYTHING IN SECONDS Point your camera at a page and Scanner automatically detects the edges, captures it when steady, corrects the perspective, improves the lighting, and creates a clean digital copy. • Hands-free auto-capture • Automatic edge detection and smart cropping • Perspective and lighting correction • Batch scanning for up to 50 pages • Scan receipts, invoices, notes, contracts, photos, ID cards, and passports • Scan both sides of an ID card • Built-in QR code scanner AI THAT READS FOR YOU Save time on long or complicated documents with built-in AI tools. • Summarize documents in seconds • Extract names, dates, amounts, numbers, and action items • Ask questions about scanned documents • Find specific details without reading every page • Translate scanned documents into your language AI features are optional. When you choose to use them, relevant document text or page images may be securely processed by third-party AI providers after you grant permission. AI-generated results may be inaccurate, so verify important information. CONVERT TO EDITABLE FILES Turn paper documents into files you can continue editing on your phone or computer. • Convert scans into editable text documents • Extract tables into spreadsheets • Turn documents into presentations • Export as PDF, image, editable document, spreadsheet, or presentation files • Combine multiple pages or images into one PDF • Share files through email, messaging apps, or cloud storage EDIT, SIGN, AND SHARE Prepare documents without needing a computer. • Crop, rotate, reorder, and enhance pages • Add your signature to PDF documents • Create and reuse a digital signature • Scan and save invoices as PDF files • Organize multiple pages into one document STAY ORGANIZED Keep important documents easy to find. • Smart folders for receipts, ID cards, invoices, and more • Full-text search across scanned documents • Search inside PDFs using recognized text • Filter by scans, documents, spreadsheets, or presentations • Rename and organize files in one place • Optional account and cloud sync across devices PRIVACY BY DESIGN Your scans stay on your device by default. Document capture and basic text recognition are processed locally. You can scan, save, and export without creating an account. Documents are uploaded only when you enable cloud sync or actively use a feature that requires online processing, such as AI or file conversion. AI features require permission before document content is sent for processing. Scanner does not sell your personal information or display third-party ads. HOW TO SCAN A DOCUMENT 1. Open Scanner and create a new document. 2. Point your camera at the page. 3. Scanner automatically detects and captures it. 4. Crop, enhance, reorder, or add more pages. 5. Save as PDF or convert it into another format. SCANNER PREMIUM Some features, including AI tools, file conversion, advanced PDF editing, and QR code tools, may require a Scanner Premium subscription. Available plans, prices, billing periods, and included features are shown before purchase. Payment is charged to your store account after confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription through your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.scannedapp.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.scannedapp.com/terms

Screenshots

Genius Scan Enterprise4 screens
Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Scanner at Free against Genius Scan Enterprise's $49.99. Genius Scan Enterprise's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (18K vs 210). On review sentiment, update cadence, 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

Scanner is free to download; Genius Scan Enterprise costs $49.99 up front. Genius Scan Enterprise sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Genius Scan Enterprise holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Genius Scan Enterprise has 18K ratings behind it against 210, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Genius Scan Enterprise's written reviews are positive against 85% of Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Genius Scan Enterprise ships an update every 3 weeks, Scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Genius Scan Enterprise versus Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGenius Scan EnterpriseScanner
Price$49.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (18K ratings) — better4.5 (210 ratings)
Positive reviews86.1% of reviews — better85.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18K — better210
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#62 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Grizzly Labs42 Digital

Customer experience

Genius Scan Enterprise

All ratings17,795 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews750 reviews
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative10.1%

Scanner

All ratings210 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.2%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.0%

Bugs and requests

Genius Scan Enterprise

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inability to see which documents need editing in a batch
  • Inconsistent behavior when exporting or sharing documents

Requested features

5 requests
  • Wide camera option
  • Ability to organize documents in folders
  • Improved email sharing functionality
  • Tighter integration with more cloud storage services
  • Enhanced OCR and text extraction capabilities

Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Genius Scan Enterprise

Subscriptions5
  • Genius Scan Ultra$4.991 Month
  • Genius Scan Ultra2 variants$39.991 Year
  • Genius Scan Ultra7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Genius Scan Ultra$49.991 Year
  • Genius Scan Ultra7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Generous Tip$2.99
  • Super Large Tip$9.99
3 purchases

Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • PDF Scanner Pro Trial3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • PDF Scanner Pro$7.997 Days
  • PDF Scanner Annual Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Genius Scan Enterprise free?
Genius Scan Enterprise costs $49.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Scanner free?
Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Genius Scan Enterprise or Scanner?
Genius Scan Enterprise is rated higher. Genius Scan Enterprise averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Scanner averages 4.5 from 210 ratings.
Do Genius Scan Enterprise or Scanner have ads?
Neither Genius Scan Enterprise nor Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Genius Scan Enterprise or Scanner?
Genius Scan Enterprise ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Genius Scan Enterprise was updated on September 24, 2026 and Scanner on September 23, 2026.

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