Comparison

EyeReader vs Image to Text [OCR]

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

Head to head
About

EyeReader

Magnify small print in low-light conditions using your phone's LED flash. Zoom in on text and even view the camera feed live on your Apple Watch. Save magnified images for later reference.

Highlights
  • LED flashlight for low-light reading
  • Adjustable zoom functionality
  • Live camera view on Apple Watch
  • Save magnified images
  • Adjustable LED brightness
  • Shake to turn LED on/off
Features
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EyeReader is a unique reading magnifier that utilizes the LED light of the the iPhone, providing a solution to the problem of reading small print in dark areas --- like reading menus in restaurants. Now optimized for iOS 11, iPhone X, and Watch OS 4.2. EyeReader camera screen can be viewed live on Apple Watch. If you have a paired Apple Watch, start EyeReader on the watch and then on the iPhone. The full camera view on the iPhone displays on the watch screen as well. You can hold the iPhone under or over something and view it on the Watch. You can even view the iPhone camera in another room. The LED light provides a bright light source which makes reading in low lit areas easy. EyeReader has a zoom capability by placing two fingers on the screen and then separating them to magnify the text the desired amount. Zoom in further by repeating the zoom. The EyeReader application is not only great for reading menus, but for prescription labels, restaurant checks, credit card vouchers, PlayBills, and is a handy tool for seniors. EyeReader provides a help button and screen which works in all screen orientations. Turn the LED light Off or On by gently shaking phone once. To Dim or Brighten the LED light, swipe one finger left or right on screen. The amount of time the LED light and EyeReader app stays on can be set in Settings/EyeReader. To take a picture, tap the screen twice to get a Save Picture button on the screen. Pressing the Save Picture button takes a picture of the current screen and saves the picture to the iPhone for viewing under Photos and Camera. This feature is great for such applications as taking a picture of a serial number in a hard to see location. Tapping the screen twice again takes the button off the screen. Tapping either the iPhone or Watch screen twice brings up a take picture button on both devices. You can also take a picture by shaking the watch vertically. Note: For better experience with EyeReader on the Apple Watch, we suggest going into Apple Watch Settings under General/Wake Screen turning off Wake Screen on Wrist Raise and setting On Tap to Wake for 70 Seconds. Keep your eye out for more from the "Silver Apps" series. Note: EyeReader 4.0 and higher requires iOS 9.2 or higher.

About

Image to Text [OCR]

Transform images into editable text with this powerful OCR tool. Extract text from photos, then edit, copy, share, or have it read aloud. Supports a wide range of languages for global usability.

Highlights
  • Image to text conversion
  • Editable text output
  • Copy and share functionality
  • Text-to-speech option
  • Multi-language support
Features
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Transform one or more photos or images into editable text effortlessly with the Image to Text (OCR) app. Whether you have documents, receipts, book pages, or any other images containing text, our app converts them into editable digital text quickly and accurately. Key Features: High Accuracy OCR: Utilize advanced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to ensure precise text extraction from images. Edit and Format: Easily edit the extracted text to suit your needs. Adjust formatting, correct errors, or add new content. Copy and Share: Copy the converted text to your clipboard for quick use in other applications. Share the text via email, messaging apps, or social media directly from the app. Text-to-Speech: Let your device read the extracted text aloud. Ideal for accessibility and hands-free usage. Multi-Language Support: Recognize and convert text in multiple languages with high accuracy. User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy a clean, intuitive interface designed for ease of use, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish. Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone needing to digitize printed text quickly and reliably. Download 'Image to Text (OCR)' now and make text extraction from images a breeze!

Screenshots

EyeReader1 screens
Image to Text [OCR]4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Image to Text [OCR] at Free against EyeReader's $1.99. EyeReader's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Image to Text [OCR] is free to download; EyeReader costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EyeReader ships an update every 7 months, Image to Text [OCR] every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
EyeReader versus Image to Text [OCR]: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEyeReaderImage to Text [OCR]
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNetSoftGeert Geerits

In-app purchases

None

EyeReader

No in-app purchases

None

Image to Text [OCR]

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EyeReader free?
EyeReader costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Image to Text [OCR] free?
Image to Text [OCR] is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EyeReader or Image to Text [OCR] have ads?
Neither EyeReader nor Image to Text [OCR] shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EyeReader or Image to Text [OCR]?
EyeReader ships an update every 7 months, and Image to Text [OCR] every 6 months. Most recently, EyeReader was updated on October 13, 2026 and Image to Text [OCR] on October 1, 2026.

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