# Naughty or Nice Scan vs Elf Studio®

The clearest difference is rating: Elf Studio® at 4.7 against Naughty or Nice Scan's 3.8. Elf Studio® also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months). Naughty or Nice Scan's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Naughty or Nice Scan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Elf Studio® sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Elf Studio® holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 954 and 3.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Naughty or Nice Scan's written reviews are positive against 45% of Elf Studio®'s.

Naughty or Nice Scan ships an update every 5 months, Elf Studio® every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Naughty or Nice Scan | Elf Studio® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (954 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naughty-or-nice-scan/id583308290/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elf-studio/id6443879616/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 954 | **3.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 39.3% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 350 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [First Class Media B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1394094946) | [North Pole Command Centre Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/976131058) |

## What reviewers say

### Naughty or Nice Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naughty-or-nice-scan/id583308290)

This app simulates a scanner to determine if someone is naughty or nice, inspired by movie elves. Parents can use it to encourage good behavior in children by controlling scan results. It features animated graphics and realistic sound effects for an immersive experience.

**Highlights:** Controlled scan results (random, nice, naughty), Fantastic animated HD graphics, Realistic sound effects, Amazing light effect during scan, Parenting tool for behavior management

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version, no ads (CHRISTMAS SALE: 50% OFF!) | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎅 Fun holiday-themed app
- 👍 Kids enjoy using the app
- 🎨 Visually appealing design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 💰 Too many ads, intrusive monetization
- 🤔 Inconsistent scanning results

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working properly
- Scanning feature unreliable
- App freezes after multiple uses

**Requested features**

- Allow custom percentage settings
- Improve scanning accuracy and reliability
- Reduce ads or offer ad-free version


### Elf Studio®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elf-studio/id6443879616)

Create magical videos and photos of Santa and his elves visiting your home using augmented reality. Place characters in any environment, customize their appearance and animations, and record your own festive scenes.

**Highlights:** Add Santa Claus and elves, Unlimited elves and recording time, Create custom elves with Elf Workshop, Customize elf outfits and accessories, Elves with walking and dancing animations, Pre-plan or perform animations, Customize lighting, shadows, and camera filters

**Features:** Family Sharing, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Elf Studio | $1.99 | per month |
| Elf Studio™ - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlock Elf Studio | $3.99 | per year |
| Elf Studio™ - Annual | $6.99 | per year |
| Elf Studio Pro - Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| 50+ Elf Dance Animations | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1 Credit - Pro Price | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Credits - Pro Price | $5.99 | one-time |
| 5 Elf Video Credits | $7.99 | one-time |
| 10 Credits - Pro Price | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elf Studio - Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| 25 Credits - Pro Price | $22.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credits - Pro Price | $34.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credits | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎅 Elf-themed game
- 👍 Fun for kids
- 💡 Ability to create elf scenes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Glitchy performance
- 🚫 Limited free functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to scan surfaces for elf placement
- Crashes and freezes when trying to use app

**Requested features**

- More free customization options
- Ability to save and share created scenes
- Improved surface detection for elf placement


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Naughty or Nice Scan free?

Naughty or Nice Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Elf Studio® free?

Elf Studio® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Naughty or Nice Scan or Elf Studio®?

Elf Studio® is rated higher. Naughty or Nice Scan averages 3.8 out of 5 from 954 ratings, while Elf Studio® averages 4.7 from 3.8K ratings.

### Do Naughty or Nice Scan or Elf Studio® have ads?

Naughty or Nice Scan shows ads; Elf Studio® does not.

### Which is updated more often, Naughty or Nice Scan or Elf Studio®?

Naughty or Nice Scan ships an update every 5 months, and Elf Studio® every 3 days. Most recently, Naughty or Nice Scan was updated on October 20, 2026 and Elf Studio® on October 19, 2026.

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