Comparison

PDF Text Include vs Magicso

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

Head to head
About

PDF Text Include

This app adds a selectable and searchable text layer to images within PDF files using advanced machine learning for 29 languages. It supports batch processing, document scanning, and integration with custom workflows.

Highlights
  • Add text layer to PDF images
  • Intelligent character recognition (OCR)
  • Supports 29 languages (typed & handwritten)
  • Batch processing
  • Integrated scanner function
  • Shortcuts integration
  • On-device processing for privacy
Features
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PDF Text Includer is a simple to use Mac, iPhone and iPad app that adds text to images within your PDF files. With PDF Text Includer you can add a text layer to PDF files in no time and completely automatically. Thus, scanned documents have selectable text that can be copied and searched. Documents are much easier to find if, for example, you use the Spotlight search for terms that appear in images of a particular file. Whether typed or handwritten, PDF Text Includer recognizes 29 languages and dialects using modern machine learning. After you have opened one or more PDF files with PDF Text Includer they will be processed immediately. With just one more click you can replace the originals with the variant improved by the app. Found text can also be exported directly and with the integrated Shortcut action, the app functions can be added to your own personal workflow. To shorten further detours PDF Text Includer includes a scanner function. On the iPhone or iPad, the integrated camera is used to generate PDF files. On macOS, you can wirelessly access the camera of your iPhone or iPad. The scanned file is processed directly by the app and is ready for further use. KEY FEATURES • Drop it like it’s hot: Drag and drop your file into the application window or on the app icon • The more the merrier: Batch process multiple files or contents of folders • Intelligent character recognition (ICR): Files are being processed using advanced optical character recognition (OCR) • Scan your documents: Import any PDF files or use your iPhone or iPad to scan a new document - even on the Mac using Continuity Camera • Automate your workflow: Make use of the included Shortcuts actions and easily integrate character recognition into your workflow • Share, replace or export: You can either share the converted PDF file directly from within the app, replace the original file or export the file content as text • Typed or handwritten: Recognizes all kinds of fonts including handwritten text using modern machine learning • Privacy: Everything is being processed entirely on your device, no internet connection is required

About

Magicso

This AI-powered assistant helps you manage information overload by instantly distilling content from various sources into organized notes. It automatically classifies, tags, and summarizes information, even in foreign languages, to boost productivity.

Highlights
  • Instant content distillation from articles, links, and PDFs
  • Smart classification using the PARA method
  • Automatic AI-powered tagging
  • Micro-writing to macro-output journal entries
  • Foreign text summarization
  • Organized note-taking system
Features
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Brain Overload? Let AI Be Your "Second Brain" Every day, 60,000+ thoughts flash through your mind, most vanishing instantly... Every day, you're bombarded with 1 billion bits of visual information. Information anxiety is real. We all have the same 24 hours—why do some people create so much more value? In this era of time fragmentation, you need a 24/7 thought manager! 【UNLOCKING GOD-TIER FEATURES】 ◆ Instant Content Distillation Long articles, links, images, Word, PDF—throw it all at us! Content instantly transforms into pure gold. Say goodbye to "save and forget" syndrome. ◆ Smart Classification System Based on the PARA method (Projects, Areas, Resources, Archives), our AI automatically finds a home for your notes. Escape folder hell with our forever-simple, single-tier organization. ◆ Auto-Tagging That Just Works The AI reads your content and intent, generating spot-on tags. Searching becomes ridiculously easy—if you can think it, you can find it! ◆ Micro-Writing, Macro-Output Casually drop life fragments into the app, and AI generates complete journal entries. Today's "Memory Canvas" is ready—reliving your experiences has never hit different like this! ◆ Foreign Text? No Problem Foreign content making your brain melt? Copy → Paste → Send. Foreign text instantly becomes a summary in your language. Barrier-free access to global information—just that simple! Our philosophy: When AI enters everyday life, everyone can create something extraordinary. #AIEmpowered #ProductivityHacks #WorkSmarterNotHarder #SolopreneurLife 【In-App Purchase Description】 Membership Benefits: Daily high-limit Tokens to meet your recording needs. Purchase cycle: 1 month (monthly subscription), 1 year (annual subscription), or permanent (one-time purchase). Payment: Once the user confirms the purchase and completes the payment, it will be charged to the iTunes account. Renewal: The Apple iTunes account will automatically deduct the fee for renewal 24 hours before the expiration date, extending the subscription period by one cycle. 【Related Agreements】 User Agreement http://www.5258mall.com/magicso/service_agreement_en.html Privacy Policy http://www.5258mall.com/magicso/privacy_policy_en.html 【GET IN TOUCH】 Drop us a line: magicso@shencaiee.com Can't wait to hear your thoughts and make this app even better for you!

Screenshots

PDF Text Include3 screens
Magicso4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Magicso at Free against PDF Text Include's $4.99. Magicso also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). PDF Text Include's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support 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

Magicso is free to download; PDF Text Include costs $4.99 up front. Magicso sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. PDF Text Include asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Text Include ships an update every 2 months, Magicso every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PDF Text Include versus Magicso: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF Text IncludeMagicso
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel Witt仲川 刘

Customer experience

PDF Text Include

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

Magicso

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PDF Text Include

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Magicso

Subscriptions2
  • Basic Member$2.991 Month
  • Premium Member$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Superior Member$39.99

Questions

Is PDF Text Include free?
PDF Text Include costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magicso free?
Magicso is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PDF Text Include or Magicso have ads?
Neither PDF Text Include nor Magicso shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PDF Text Include or Magicso?
PDF Text Include ships an update every 2 months, and Magicso every 3 weeks. Most recently, PDF Text Include was updated on September 29, 2026 and Magicso on October 12, 2026.

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