# Scribd vs AnswersAi

The clearest difference is rating: AnswersAi at 4.6 against Scribd's 2.8. AnswersAi also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). Scribd's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#135 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scribd sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and AnswersAi sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AnswersAi holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AnswersAi has 2.2K ratings behind it against 273, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Scribd's written reviews are positive against 27% of AnswersAi's.

Scribd ships an update fortnightly, AnswersAi every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scribd | AnswersAi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (273 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scribd-170m-plus-documents/id6448807714/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/answersai-snap-and-solve/id6459510321/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 273 | **2.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 14.1% of reviews | **27.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#135** | — |
| Size | 156 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Scribd](https://appshunter.io/developer/332135353) | [AnswersAI, Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613953760) |

## What reviewers say

### Scribd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scribd-170m-plus-documents/id6448807714)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Access a vast library of over 200 million documents covering diverse topics, from government records and research papers to DIY guides and user manuals. Understand anything with shared knowledge from a global community. Read offline and sync across devices.

**Highlights:** Access 200M+ documents, Official government documents, Research papers and dissertations, User manuals and DIY guides, Offline PDF downloads, Sync across multiple devices, Includes Everand and SlideShare

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scribd Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $6.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $6.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $11.99 | per month |
| Scribd Membership | $11.99 | per month |
| Everand Membership | $11.99 | per month |
| Everand Membership | $16.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Excellent content library
- 💯 Great value for money
- 🤓 Helpful for research and learning
- 🙌 Seamless reading experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 💰 Unexpected charges after cancellation
- 🤯 Confusing navigation between Scribd and Everand

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues due to constant redirects
- Inability to download or access certain content
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Offline reading mode
- Ability to highlight and annotate content
- Improved search and discovery features
- Support for older device models


### AnswersAi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/answersai-snap-and-solve/id6459510321)

Struggling with homework? This AI-powered app helps students by instantly solving problems from photos and providing step-by-step explanations across various subjects. It acts as a 24/7 learning assistant for exam preparation and daily assignments.

**Highlights:** Snap and solve problems from photos, Instant step-by-step explanations, Supports math, science, history, literature, 24/7 AI tutor availability, Simple, student-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AnswersAi Monthly Discounted | $12.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| AnswersAi Yearly Discounted | $39.99 | per year |
| Half Yearly | $77.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Helpful for studying and homework
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate or inconsistent answers
- 🔒 Privacy and subscription concerns
- ⏱️ Slow processing and response times

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and continued charges
- Compatibility problems with different devices and accounts
- Frequent crashes and glitches

**Requested features**

- More free scans or usage
- Better accuracy and consistency
- Easier subscription management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scribd free?

Scribd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AnswersAi free?

AnswersAi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scribd or AnswersAi?

AnswersAi is rated higher. Scribd averages 2.8 out of 5 from 273 ratings, while AnswersAi averages 4.6 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do Scribd or AnswersAi have ads?

AnswersAi shows ads; Scribd does not.

### Which is updated more often, Scribd or AnswersAi?

Scribd ships an update fortnightly, and AnswersAi every 4 days. Most recently, Scribd was updated on September 24, 2026 and AnswersAi on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*