# Picture to Text vs Edit PDF Document

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Edit PDF Document at 100% against Picture to Text's 30%. Edit PDF Document also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and ads (none vs shown). Picture to Text's advantage is ratings volume (135 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Picture to Text sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Edit PDF Document sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Edit PDF Document holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Picture to Text has 135 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Picture to Text's written reviews are positive against 100% of Edit PDF Document's.

Picture to Text ships an update every 3 weeks, Edit PDF Document weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Picture to Text | Edit PDF Document |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (135 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-to-text-ocr-scanner/id6451406772/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edit-pdf-document/id6748020030/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **135** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.2** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mind Spark Solution](https://appshunter.io/developer/1698089787) | [Eli Bitton](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110347721) |

## What reviewers say

### Picture to Text

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-to-text-ocr-scanner/id6451406772)

Convert handwritten notes and text into editable digital text using advanced OCR technology. Easily scan, recognize, and edit your handwriting, then export it in various formats for convenience.

**Highlights:** Handwriting to text conversion, Advanced OCR technology, Handwriting recognition, Multiple language support, Text formatting options, Export to PDF & Text, Editing tools

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade Full Version | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Upgrade Full Version | $39.99 | per year |
| Upgrade for Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


### Edit PDF Document

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edit-pdf-document/id6748020030)

Edit PDF documents securely on your device. Add text, customize formatting, and share your files with ease. This app prioritizes your privacy with all processing done locally.

**Highlights:** Add text annotations, Full formatting control, Privacy-first local processing, Unlimited undo/redo, Seamless sharing, Intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Day Free Trail Then Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Day Free Trial Then Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime PDF Editor | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Picture to Text free?

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

### Is Edit PDF Document free?

Edit PDF Document is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Picture to Text or Edit PDF Document?

Edit PDF Document is rated higher. Picture to Text averages 4.4 out of 5 from 135 ratings, while Edit PDF Document averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Picture to Text or Edit PDF Document have ads?

Picture to Text shows ads; Edit PDF Document does not.

### Which is updated more often, Picture to Text or Edit PDF Document?

Picture to Text ships an update every 3 weeks, and Edit PDF Document weekly. Most recently, Picture to Text was updated on September 25, 2026 and Edit PDF Document on August 12, 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.*