ScanBoy vs PaperRay
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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/
PaperRay
Transform your phone into a powerful document manager with professional scanning and absolute privacy. Extract text offline, organize with folders, and secure your files with app lock. Pay once for lifetime access to advanced features.
- Offline OCR text extraction
- Smart search by content, date, title
- iCloud Private Sync (Pro)
- App Lock with FaceID/TouchID
- Enhanced scanning filters
- Post-scan editing
- Folder organization and renaming
- Batch actions for multiple scans
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PaperRay: The Smart Scanner. Lifetime Privacy, Lifetime Value. PaperRay transforms your phone into a powerful, intelligent document manager. We combine professional scanning quality with absolute privacy and advanced organizational features. Pay once and own your scanner for life. INTELLIGENT & SEARCHABLE Offline OCR Search: Extract text from any scanned document right on your device. Search for keywords, names, or amounts across your entire library instantly. Text recognition is 100% private and happens offline. Copy Text: Tap to copy recognized text directly from your images. Smart Search: Find documents instantly by date, title, or the content within the scan. SECURITY & CLOUD SYNC (Pro Feature) iCloud Private Sync: Securely synchronize all your files, folders, and settings across your iPhone and iPad. Your data is protected by Apple's secure infrastructure and never touches our servers. App Lock: Protect sensitive documents using FaceID or TouchID protection upon app launch. PROFESSIONAL SCANNING & EDITING Enhanced Filters: Apply Magic Color (auto-enhance), Grayscale, or Black & White modes to create crisp, clear documents. Post-Scan Editing: Re-crop and rotate images even after the initial scanning session is complete. ORGANIZATION & MANAGEMENT Folders & Renaming: Keep your library organized by creating custom folders (e.g., Receipts, Taxes) and renaming files for clarity. Batch Actions: Select multiple scans to delete or export as a single merged PDF document. PRICING MODEL: SIMPLE & FAIR Say goodbye to monthly subscriptions. PaperRay offers a Lifetime Pro model. Pay once and receive permanent access to all advanced features—including OCR Search, iCloud Sync, App Lock, and organizational tools—with no recurring fees, ever. Download PaperRay and experience document management done right.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ScanBoy at 5.0 against PaperRay's 1.0. ScanBoy also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. ScanBoy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and PaperRay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ScanBoy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
ScanBoy ships an update every 2 months, PaperRay every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScanBoy | PaperRay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Deadpan, LLC | 志业 方 |
In-app purchases
ScanBoy
- ScanBoy Pro$0.991 Month
- ScanBoy Pro3 Days trial$7.991 Year
PaperRay
- Lifetime Pro$14.99









