# A Needle Pulling Thread vs PDF Scanner & Converter

The clearest difference is rating: A Needle Pulling Thread at 4.3 against PDF Scanner & Converter's 3.0. A Needle Pulling Thread also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). PDF Scanner & Converter's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 70%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 13 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. A Needle Pulling Thread sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year and PDF Scanner & Converter sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

A Needle Pulling Thread holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of A Needle Pulling Thread's written reviews are positive against 100% of PDF Scanner & Converter's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

A Needle Pulling Thread ships an update every 13 months, PDF Scanner & Converter every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | A Needle Pulling Thread | PDF Scanner & Converter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-needle-pulling-thread/id432313495/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scanner-and-converter/id1570963513/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.2** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magazinecloner.com US LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/421104749) | [Followal Infotech LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460210464) |

## What reviewers say

### A Needle Pulling Thread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-needle-pulling-thread/id432313495)

This app delivers a quarterly magazine focused on various needlework crafts like quilting, knitting, and embroidery. It features detailed projects, photography, and articles on trends and techniques. Users can purchase individual issues or subscribe for access to all content.

**Highlights:** Quarterly needlework magazine, Projects with full instructions, Stunning photography, Articles on trends and techniques, Needlework show reviews, Covers quilting, knitting, crochet, and more

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Needle Pulling Thread | $29.99 | per year |
| ANPTmag Quilting Book 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Summer 2011(ID:679370) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Fall 2011(ID:679372) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Festive 2011(ID:679379) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2012(ID:679381) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2011(ID:679368) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2013(ID:679389) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2016(ID:679412) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 63 (id:817796) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 64 (id:817794) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 65 (id:817792) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 66 (pp:1044804) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 68 (pp:1044794) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 69 (pp:1044789) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 67 (pp:1044799) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 71 (pp:1119886) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 70 (pp:1119888) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Issue 72 (pp:1126729) | $8.99 | one-time |
| A Needle Pulling Thread 4 back issue bundle | $19.99 | one-time |


### PDF Scanner & Converter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scanner-and-converter/id1570963513)

Transform your mobile device into a robust PDF scanner and converter. Easily capture documents, convert images and Word files to PDF, extract text with OCR, and digitally sign your documents. Manage all your document needs efficiently.

**Highlights:** Scan documents, receipts, and notes, Convert images and Word files to PDF, Extract text using OCR, Digitally sign PDFs, Merge and split PDF files, Securely save and share PDFs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $4.49 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| yearly subscription | $10.49 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $109.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A Needle Pulling Thread free?

A Needle Pulling Thread is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PDF Scanner & Converter free?

PDF Scanner & Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, A Needle Pulling Thread or PDF Scanner & Converter?

A Needle Pulling Thread is rated higher. A Needle Pulling Thread averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while PDF Scanner & Converter averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do A Needle Pulling Thread or PDF Scanner & Converter have ads?

PDF Scanner & Converter shows ads; A Needle Pulling Thread does not.

### Which is updated more often, A Needle Pulling Thread or PDF Scanner & Converter?

A Needle Pulling Thread ships an update every 13 months, and PDF Scanner & Converter every 2 weeks. Most recently, A Needle Pulling Thread was updated on September 2, 2026 and PDF Scanner & Converter on August 23, 2026.

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