# Doc Scan Pro vs FAX from iPhone

The clearest difference is price: FAX from iPhone at Free against Doc Scan Pro's $39.99. FAX from iPhone also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 85%) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 601). Doc Scan Pro's advantage is chart position (#25 vs unranked). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

FAX from iPhone is free to download; Doc Scan Pro costs $39.99 up front. Doc Scan Pro sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and FAX from iPhone sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Doc Scan Pro against 4.8 for FAX from iPhone. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 601 and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Doc Scan Pro's written reviews are positive against 93% of FAX from iPhone's.

Doc Scan Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, FAX from iPhone every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Doc Scan Pro | FAX from iPhone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $39.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.8 (601 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doc-scan-pro-pdf-scanner/id478861246/reviews) | [4.8 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fax-from-iphone-send-document/id1211097835/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 601 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 84.5% of reviews | **92.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#25** | — |
| Size | 279 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IFUNPLAY CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/342161243) | [GEODELIC, L.L.C.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1164866098) |

## What reviewers say

### Doc Scan Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doc-scan-pro-pdf-scanner/id478861246)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Paid · Business (US App Store)

Transform your device into a powerful pocket scanner and PDF editor. Easily scan documents, extract text with OCR, edit content, fill forms, and share files in various formats. Organize, secure, and even send faxes globally.

**Highlights:** High-quality scanning with auto-detection, OCR for text extraction, Edit and annotate PDFs, Secure documents with password encryption, Share via email, cloud, and fax, Photo collage and QR code scanner, Receive faxes

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DocScan Pro SILVER (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| DocScan Pro GOLD (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| DocScan Pro GOLD +  (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| DocScan Pro SILVER (Annually) | $44.99 | per year |
| DocScan Pro GOLD (Annually) | $57.99 | per year |
| Fax Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1 Fax Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fax Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Backup Restore | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 Fax Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fax No. For One Month | $5.99 | one-time |
| 10 Fax Credit | $7.99 | one-time |
| Fax No. For Three Months | $12.99 | one-time |
| 20 Fax Credit | $14.99 | one-time |
| Fax No. For Six Months | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great scanning tool
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 📁 Excellent for organizing documents
- 💾 Reliable and dependable
- 🔗 Convenient integration with cloud storage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with OCR accuracy
- 🔒 Concerns about security and privacy
- 💰 Complaints about recurring charges
- 📂 Frustrations with folder management
- 🔄 Sync issues across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes after recent updates
- Scanning issues with poor lighting or blurry images
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Unreliable faxing functionality

**Requested features**

- Ability to password-protect scanned files
- Improved folder organization and color-coding
- Automatic file naming and better metadata handling
- Seamless sync across all devices
- Enhanced OCR capabilities


### FAX from iPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fax-from-iphone-send-document/id1211097835)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Fax Access - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Fax Service - Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Pack of 10 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 20 Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 50 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 100 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 150 Credits | $5.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 250 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 600 Credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 2000 Credits | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Doc Scan Pro free?

Doc Scan Pro costs $39.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is FAX from iPhone free?

FAX from iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Doc Scan Pro or FAX from iPhone?

Doc Scan Pro and FAX from iPhone are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 601 and 2.3K ratings respectively.

### Do Doc Scan Pro or FAX from iPhone have ads?

Neither Doc Scan Pro nor FAX from iPhone shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Doc Scan Pro or FAX from iPhone?

Doc Scan Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and FAX from iPhone every 3 weeks. Most recently, Doc Scan Pro was updated on September 27, 2026 and FAX from iPhone on September 26, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*