Seafile Pro vs ScanLite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Seafile Pro
This professional client provides access to a self-hosted file synchronization and sharing service designed for teams. It enables seamless management of your cloud storage directly from your iOS device.
- Self-hosting capabilities
- Team file synchronization
- Secure file sharing
- Professional iOS client
- Cloud storage management
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The professional iOS client for seafile, a self-hosting dropbox for teams.
ScanLite
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QR and Barcode Scanner is a fast, lightweight, and privacy-focused app designed to scan QR codes and barcodes effortlessly. Whether you’re opening a website, copying text, or scanning product barcodes, this app delivers a smooth and reliable experience with minimal steps. Key Features Instant QR code and barcode scanning Supports QR, EAN, UPC, Code 128, and more One-tap open links with confirmation Copy and share scanned results Flashlight support for low-light scanning Scan codes directly from images Local scan history with full control Works offline (except when opening links) Privacy First Your privacy matters. No account required No data collection No tracking Scan history stored only on your device Camera access used only for scanning Simple and Reliable Clean, distraction-free design Fast camera launch Optimized for battery efficiency Supports Dark Mode Designed for accessibility QR and Barcode Scanner is built for speed, clarity, and trust—just scan and go. https://qr-history-hub.lovable.app/privacy-policy
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Verdict
Seafile Pro and ScanLite are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Seafile Pro | ScanLite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (54 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 54 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Seafile Ltd. | Christina Prentice |
Bugs and requests
Seafile Pro
Reported bugs
35 issues- Crashes frequently
- Cannot load folders/libraries
- Logs out when tapping back arrow
- Cannot preview files
- Servers with ports don't work (e.g., 4443)
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- Crash on iOS 18.7.2
- Login issues (cannot log back in)
- Syncing glitches, requires reinstall
- Cannot unlock encrypted library
- Background photo uploads don't work
- Photos do not auto-upload
- Camera roll upload starts uploading all photos
- Dumps photos in a root folder
- Syncing photos stalls when app is inactive
- App freezes during uploads, requires restart
- Photo uploads lock the app
- Cannot view files after upgrade
- Scrolling big folders of images crashes the app
- Cannot view files on latest version
- Photon browser shows X images
- Network errors in app, but browser works
- Stuck on 'connecting to server'
- Auto photo upload doesn't work
- Unable to select upload folder in settings
- Photos uploaded can't keep size unchanged
- Seafile not selectable as destination/source in Files app
- Files out-of-date when browsing libraries in Files app
- Perpetual 'authentication required' for Files app
- Auto upload does not work at all
- Manual upload is unreliable
- UI unusable on iPad
- Sync folders not showing after login
- Cannot download files
- App responds very slowly during camera upload
- Face ID support shows Touch ID instead
Requested features
15 requests- Dark mode
- Better integration with iOS Files app (share menu, saving directly)
- File preview in browser
- Option to upload only new photos
- Upload photos into mm-yy format
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- Shortcuts in Apple shortcut app
- Search functionality
- Background audio playback
- Keep offline files when wiping cache
- Support for custom server ports (e.g., 4443)
- App-level encryption
- iPad split view support
- Reverse order of camera roll when uploading pictures
- Long file names viewable on iPhone app
- Local audio files play in background
ScanLite
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Seafile Pro
No in-app purchases
ScanLite
No in-app purchases
