Comparison

MachineLink+ vs PDF Scanner App

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

Head to head
About

MachineLink+

Features
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Provide real-time monitoring of machines operation data, including data visualization functions such as machines cluster working condition, real-time location, fault alarm, etc

About

PDF Scanner App

Digitize documents, notes, and receipts with AI-powered text recognition and essential editing tools. Organize, compress, and secure your files without ads or watermarks. Offers unlimited scanning and advanced features through subscription plans.

Highlights
  • AI-powered OCR for text extraction
  • Document scanning and PDF creation
  • Page organization and compression
  • Password protection for sensitive documents
  • ID photo creation
  • Automatic iCloud sync
Features
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ProScan PDF turns your iPhone or iPad into a fast, private document scanner and complete PDF toolkit. Scan documents, receipts, IDs, notes, whiteboards and photos, then organize, edit, sign, protect and share them, all in one app. No ads. No watermarks. Your documents are processed on your device, not uploaded to our servers. SCAN ANYTHING • Choose from 8 smart scanning modes: Document, Auto, Receipt, ID, Photo, Form, B&W Text and Whiteboard • Create PDFs in A4, Letter, Legal and other standard page sizes • Choose portrait or landscape orientation • Add page numbers and timestamps while scanning • Import photos and turn them into polished PDFs PDF TOOLS • Photos to PDF: Turn one or more photos into a polished PDF • PDF to Images: Export every PDF page as an image, then save or share it • Add Watermark: Apply a colored text watermark and save a new PDF copy • Compress PDF: Reduce the size of scanned and image-based PDFs • ID Photo Maker: Crop and check photos, choose exact sizes, and export individual photos or printable sheets • Extract Pages: Save selected pages as a new PDF, or reorder, insert and delete pages • PDF to Word: Create editable Word documents while preserving the layout where possible • Search PDF: Create searchable copies and find text directly in the PDF viewer • Merge multiple PDFs into one document OCR AND TEXT • Capture text instantly with Live OCR • Extract editable text from scanned documents SIGN, PROTECT AND SHARE • Add signatures and text fields to PDFs • Lock sensitive PDFs with a password • Share documents directly from the app • Keep local copies available for fast access, with iCloud backup when available DESIGNED AROUND YOU Version 2.7 introduces a cleaner, more modern interface built for both iPhone and iPad. Choose from 7 premium themes, each with a matching app icon, and use ProScan PDF in 14 supported languages. Whether you are digitizing class notes, managing receipts, signing a contract, organizing family records or preparing business documents, ProScan PDF keeps the workflow simple and focused. FREE AND PRO Get 3 free scans every day. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited scanning and access to all Pro tools. Choose a monthly, 3-month or yearly plan based on your workflow. PRIVACY BY DESIGN Document processing happens locally on your device. Your files remain in your local library and, when available, your private iCloud storage. We do not upload your documents to our servers. Download ProScan PDF for a cleaner, faster and more private way to scan and manage documents. Free Daily Scans. No ads. No watermarks. Contact and support: https://proscanpdf.com Privacy Policy: https://paulcrp.com/proscanpdf_privacypolicy.html End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MachineLink+4 screens
PDF Scanner App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MachineLink+ at none against PDF Scanner App's 4. MachineLink+ also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). PDF Scanner App's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support 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. PDF Scanner App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MachineLink+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MachineLink+ ships an update every 6 weeks, PDF Scanner App fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MachineLink+ versus PDF Scanner App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMachineLink+PDF Scanner App
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiRootech Technology Co., Ltd.Paul Crapatureanu

In-app purchases

None

MachineLink+

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

PDF Scanner App

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Pro Plan$1.991 Month
  • Quarterly Pro Plan$3.993 Months
  • Yearly Pro Plan$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Access$29.99

Questions

Is MachineLink+ free?
MachineLink+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PDF Scanner App free?
PDF Scanner App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MachineLink+ or PDF Scanner App have ads?
Neither MachineLink+ nor PDF Scanner App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MachineLink+ or PDF Scanner App?
MachineLink+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and PDF Scanner App fortnightly. Most recently, MachineLink+ was updated on October 30, 2026 and PDF Scanner App on October 30, 2026.

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