Comparison

WritePDF vs Scanner App Pro

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

Head to head
About

WritePDF

Edit, annotate, and convert PDFs and other documents on your iPad. This app offers advanced modification tools, cloud integration for secure access, and global search capabilities across all your files without needing to open them. It's designed for seamless compatibility with desktop PDF viewers.

Highlights
  • Modify PDFs with shapes, text, and images
  • Fill PDF forms and add signatures
  • Annotate PDFs with highlighting
  • Global search across all files
  • Cloud-based document access and editing
  • Organize PDF pages
  • Convert PDFs and other documents
Features
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WritePDF is more than just a common annotation tool, it is a powerful PDF modification/printing tool that is usually reserved for computers. Move beyond ordinary PDF viewing, form filling, PDF modification & annotation. WritePDF is the first app that brings together both ease of use and the sophistication needed for managing PDFs, word files, spreadsheets and many other documents on the iPad. WritePDF is also the first app to be fully compatible with PDF readers on Mac & PC, any changes made to a PDF on an iPad will be reflected when opened on a computer and vice versa. With the most powerful PDF modification and viewing engine ever made, WritePDF stands heads and shoulders above the rest! One of the most powerful and security focused features of WritePDF is the ability to read, convert and annotate PDFs in the Cloud without having to download them first. This means that you can keep all of your documents and files in the Cloud and access them on demand in a very secure environment when away from the office. It also give organisations control on documents and files. WritePDF is created & bought to you by one of the top business app companies - with years of iOS app experience from 2008, EuroSmartz is unrivaled when it comes to apps for use in business. - "Being able to quickly highlight text ready for revision is awesome" - "The ability to search for a word or phrase over all of the PDFs & files I have without opening them is something I can't even do on my PC" - "Form filling is made so easy with WritePDF, I have just applied for a new bank account using my iPad" - "The ability to quickly access a document in the cloud and modify it is the #1 feature in my book" - "I can now edit my PDF and print it to my old printer that is not AirPrint enabled, just magic!" Main Features √ Modifying PDFs > Add arrows, circles, squares and other shapes to a PDF > Fill in PDF forms & add text > Use Highlighter to highlight single words or entire sections > Add web page links to words or sections of text > Transfer PDFs to & from other apps using "Open in.." > Fully compatible with most PC, Mac & iOS App PDF viewers, shows all changes > Insert pictures to a PDF > Quickly & seamlessly transfer PDFs or files from Pages, Numbers or Keynote using Open in √ Global Search > Search for keywords or phrases in ALL files stored within WPDF without opening them > Search results displayed as tapable links √ Cloud Services > Annotate, read and convert files & PDFs directly in the Cloud without downloading > Securely access documents and files and keep control of where they are stored > CloudMe, Sharefile, Box.net, Dropbox, Google Docs, iDisk, FTP, WebDAV all supported √ PDF Page Organization > Move, delete or add pages > Add, delete, rotate, copy/paste & rearrange pages > Add selected pages to an existing PDF from docs, spreadsheets or other files √ Form Filling > Easily fill in PDF forms, even with multiple fields and boxes > Save your signature in the app and reuse when needed > Email/print completed form right from within the app √ PDF Conversion & Merging View/Convert/Merge Microsoft Office files, Photos, PDFs, Contacts, Web Pages, Email & Email attachments as well as many more file formats > Create a single PDF from multiple files even if they are a different format (i.e. merge a Word file with a Pages document with an existing PDF etc) > Print or convert PDFs from other apps using Open in or other methods √ Full featured Printing > Print direct to most existing WiFi or shared printers, or use the free printer software for ALL printers. > Print from Pages, Numbers or Keynote extremely quickly & easily without the need for an AirPrint printer using Open in > Print remotely via 3G/EDGE or Google Cloud Print √ Reminders & Keywords > Set a reminder for a file, PDF or document > Add keywords to any file for easy searching

About

Scanner App Pro

Digitize and manage documents with powerful scanning, OCR, and editing tools. Easily convert paper to digital formats, fill forms, add signatures, and share via various methods including fax. Organize, print, and secure your files effortlessly.

Highlights
  • High-quality document scanning
  • Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
  • PDF and JPEG export
  • Form filling and digital signatures
  • Wireless faxing
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Photo collage and multi-page printing
Features
Currently charting
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Scan and OCR documents in seconds, draw lines, edit texts, fill forms, collage, and sign. Share as PDF / JPEG by email, WiFi file sharing, cloud storages, smb, webdav, and fax. Powerful Scanning & OCR • Instantly scan paper documents, whiteboards, business cards, books, posters, and receipts with sharp clarity. • Auto-detect document edges to correct perspective distortion. • Enhance readability by removing background shadows and sharpening text in “Color” or “B&W” mode. • Adjust brightness and saturation in “Photo” mode. • Edit text, draw lines, and insert images. • Extract text from scanned images using OCR and export as TXT or DOCX. • Smart Formatting – The OCR function detects and restores font styles and colors on a line-by-line basis. • Business Card Scanner – Instantly digitize business cards, extract contact details using OCR, and save them directly to your phone's address book. Photo Collage & Multi-Page Printing • Merge multiple pages into a single sheet—perfect for printing double-sided ID cards on A4/Letter paper. Save, Print & Organize • Save scans as JPEG or export as PDF. • Print wirelessly with AirPrint-supported printers. • Organize scans into folders, browse with thumbnail previews, and search by file name, OCR text, or notes. • Add annotations, signatures, and password protection for documents. Convenient Faxing • Send and receive faxes anywhere—no fax machine needed. • Receive push notifications for fax status updates. • Fax to 100+ countries (cost based on page count and recipient country). • Subscribe to a fax number for incoming faxes or disable fax reception when not needed. Seamless File Sharing & Export • Support exporting searchable PDFs • Transfer files between devices effortlessly. • Share as JPEG/PDF via email or open in other apps. • Save to Photos, iCloud Drive, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Evernote, WebDAV, and more. • Access files from a PC using a web browser over WiFi. • Export to Reminders and sync with Apple, Google, or Outlook calendars. Easy File Import • Import JPEG images from other apps for cropping and enhancement. • Import PDFs as scanned pages. • Import files from cloud storage services. Effortlessly manage and digitize your documents—anytime, anywhere! Subscription Plans Unlock premium features with Silver, or Gold plans, including: • Cloud Backup & Restore: Access previous versions of your documents anytime • Flexible subscription options: Monthly or annual plans available • Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan • Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription or cancel it Terms of Service: https://ifunplay.com/legal.html

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: WritePDF at $2.99 against Scanner App Pro's $39.99. WritePDF also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14). Scanner App Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). On review sentiment, ads and iOS requirement 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

WritePDF costs $2.99 and Scanner App Pro $39.99 up front. Scanner App Pro sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. WritePDF asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scanner App Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scanner App Pro has 263 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of WritePDF's written reviews are positive against 84% of Scanner App Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WritePDF ships an update every 6 months, Scanner App Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
WritePDF versus Scanner App Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWritePDFScanner App Pro
Price$2.99 — better$39.99
Rating4.4 (31 ratings)4.8 (263 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.4% of reviews84.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings31263 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
Best chart rank—#159 — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB278 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperEuroSmartz LtdIFUNPLAY CO., LTD.

Customer experience

WritePDF

All ratings31 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral9.7%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews179 reviews
Positive80.4%
Neutral5.0%
Negative14.5%

Scanner App Pro

All ratings263 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral1.5%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews109 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral0.9%
Negative14.7%

Bugs and requests

WritePDF

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when editing PDFs
  • Compatibility issues with older devices
  • Saved files not opening properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve integration with cloud storage
  • Enhance PDF editing tools
  • Provide better user guide/documentation

Scanner App Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

WritePDF

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

Scanner App Pro

Subscriptions4
  • Scanner App SILVER (Monthly)$5.991 Month
  • Scanner App GOLD (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Scanner App SILVER (Annually)7 Days trial$35.991 Year
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  • Scanner App GOLD (Annually)7 Days trial$57.991 Year
One-time10
  • Fax Pack 1$0.99
  • 1 Fax Credit$0.99
  • Fax Pack 2$1.99
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  • Backup and Restore$2.99
  • 5 Fax Credit$4.99
  • Fax No. For One Month$5.99
  • 10 Fax Credit$7.99
  • Fax No. For Three Months$12.99
  • 20 Fax Credit$14.99
  • Fax No. For Six Months$22.99

Questions

Is WritePDF free?
WritePDF costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanner App Pro free?
Scanner App Pro costs $39.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WritePDF or Scanner App Pro?
Scanner App Pro is rated higher. WritePDF averages 4.4 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Scanner App Pro averages 4.8 from 263 ratings.
Do WritePDF or Scanner App Pro have ads?
Neither WritePDF nor Scanner App Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WritePDF or Scanner App Pro?
WritePDF ships an update every 6 months, and Scanner App Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, WritePDF was updated on September 7, 2026 and Scanner App Pro on September 28, 2026.

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