Comparison

ScanBoy vs Voice Memos Speechify

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

Head to head
About

ScanBoy

Transform your device into a powerful document scanner. Effortlessly convert physical documents into high-quality PDFs with AI-generated filenames and editable text recognition. Personalize your scans with themes and enjoy lightning-fast operation.

Highlights
  • High-quality PDF scanning
  • AI-generated filenames
  • OCR text recognition
  • Filename templates
  • Fast operation
  • Apple Files integration
  • Customizable themes
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ScanBoy is the ultimate document scanning app that transforms your camera into a pocket-sized scanner! Say goodbye to clunky scanners and hello to convenience, speed, and a whole lot of fun. With ScanBoy, you can effortlessly convert your physical documents into high-quality PDFs with just a few taps. Scan with Ease: Simply point your camera at any document, receipt, or note, and ScanBoy will work its magic, capturing every detail with precision. It's like having a scanner in your pocket, ready to capture important moments anytime, anywhere. AI-Generated Filenames: Let ScanBoy take the guesswork out of naming your scanned files. Our cutting-edge AI technology analyzes the content of each document and generates smart, descriptive filenames. You'll never struggle to find the right file again! OCR Magic: Say goodbye to manual typing! ScanBoy's built-in OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology recognizes text within your scanned documents, making it easy to search, edit, and extract information. Whether it's a business card or a lengthy report, ScanBoy has got your back! Filename Templates: Tired of manually typing out filenames for repetitive documents? Say hello to ScanBoy's brilliant Filename Templates feature! With this powerful tool, you can create easy, repeatable, and fully customizable filenames for those batches of documents that seem to never end. Lightning-Fast Operation: We know you're busy, so ScanBoy is optimized for speed. From scanning to saving, everything happens in a blink of an eye. No more waiting around—get things done in a flash! Easy File Saving: ScanBoy saves your documents directly to the Apple Files app. Use your iCloud storage for seamless document syncing between your Apple devices. Themes Galore: Personalize your PDFs with ScanBoy's amazing themes. Choose from a range of vibrant colors and designs that match your style and make your documents pop. Who said scanning had to be boring? Fun Design: Scanning doesn't have to be a mundane task. ScanBoy's delightful and playful design adds a touch of joy to your scanning experience. You'll find yourself smiling as you digitize your important papers! So, why wait? Download ScanBoy today and say hello to a world where scanning is efficient, delightful, and just a little bit magical! ------- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Voice Memos Speechify

This app uses AI to convert voice recordings into accurate text notes. It offers features like automatic summarization and natural-sounding playback, helping users organize ideas and save time on note-taking.

Highlights
  • AI-powered voice to text transcription
  • Automatic note summarization
  • Natural speech playback of notes
  • Organize ideas and action items
  • Edit and share text transcripts
  • Generate meeting notes
Features
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Voice Memos Speechify transforms the way you capture and organize spoken information. Whether it’s a quick idea, a full lecture, or an important client call, our AI-powered tools turn your recordings into accurate, structured text in seconds. Record voice memos anywhere and instantly convert them into clear, readable notes. The built-in AI note taker processes your speech with precision, delivering complete transcripts that are easy to edit and share. Keep track of action items, decisions, and insights with minimal effort. Enhance your workflow with the AI voice generator to play back notes in natural speech. Use Minutes AI for automatic summaries that save time and highlight the most important details. For projects, meetings, and study sessions, note taking AI organizes your ideas for quick reference. Generate professional meeting notes without typing, and rely on summary AI note taker features to capture the essence of every conversation. From entrepreneurs to students, this is the fastest way to stay on top of your ideas, discussions, and tasks. Stay organized, save time, and make every word count. Download Voice Memos Speechify and let AI work for you. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/speechl-privacy-policies/home Terms of use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ScanBoy4 screens
Voice Memos Speechify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ScanBoy at 100% against Voice Memos Speechify's 0%. ScanBoy also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4). Voice Memos Speechify's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (25 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. ScanBoy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Voice Memos Speechify sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanBoy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Voice Memos Speechify has 25 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ScanBoy's written reviews are positive against 0% of Voice Memos Speechify's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanBoy ships an update every 2 months, Voice Memos Speechify fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and August 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ScanBoy versus Voice Memos Speechify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanBoyVoice Memos Speechify
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.4 (25 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings425 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeadpan, LLCYounes Oubari

Customer experience

ScanBoy

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Voice Memos Speechify

All ratings25 ratings
Positive84.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScanBoy

Subscriptions2
  • ScanBoy Pro$0.991 Month
  • ScanBoy Pro3 Days trial$7.991 Year
4 purchases

Voice Memos Speechify

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock all features$14.991 Month
  • All features$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • One hour audio transcription$4.99
  • 10 hours audio transcription$29.99

Questions

Is ScanBoy free?
ScanBoy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Voice Memos Speechify free?
Voice Memos Speechify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScanBoy or Voice Memos Speechify?
ScanBoy is rated higher. ScanBoy averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Voice Memos Speechify averages 4.4 from 25 ratings.
Do ScanBoy or Voice Memos Speechify have ads?
Neither ScanBoy nor Voice Memos Speechify shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScanBoy or Voice Memos Speechify?
ScanBoy ships an update every 2 months, and Voice Memos Speechify fortnightly. Most recently, ScanBoy was updated on August 14, 2026 and Voice Memos Speechify on August 22, 2026.

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