Scan vs PDF
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scan
This app provides high-precision scanning for all major 1D and 2D barcode and QR code formats. It offers features like batch scanning, code creation, and organized library management for business and personal use.
- Instant QR and barcode recognition
- Batch scan mode for multiple codes
- Organized library with folders
- QR code generator
- Tagging system for scans
- Offline mode access
- Data export options
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Scan - QR Code Scanner App is a data capture tool for high-precision scanning, supporting all major 1D and 2D formats for business, retail, and personal use. SUPPORTED FORMATS: * Retail & Logistics: UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 39, Code 128, ITF. * Industrial & Pro: Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, Codabar. * Digital & Social: Standard QR, Micro QR, vCard, MeCard. KEY FEATURES: * Instant Scanner: Recognition of all QR and Barcode formats via camera. * Batch Scan Mode: Process multiple codes in a row for retail and inventory management. * Library & Folders: Group codes into custom folders for structured access. * QR Creator: Generate codes for URLs, Wi-Fi networks, Contact Cards (vCard), and Text. * Tagging System: Add custom tags to scans for filtered search. * Offline Mode: Access your entire library without an internet connection. * Data Export: Share and export codes via email, messaging, or social media. USE SCENARIOS: * Inventory Tracking: Use Batch Mode for warehouse stock and asset management. * Price Comparison: Scan product barcodes (EAN/UPC) to find info and deals. * Wi-Fi Sharing: Create or scan QR codes to join networks instantly. * Business Networking: Generate digital business cards via vCard. WORKFLOW TOOLS: * CSV/TXT Support: Export scanned data for Excel or CRM integration. * Low-Light Scanning: Built-in flashlight toggle for dark environments. * Management System: Folder-based storage for high-volume data. ------------------------------------ Subscription Details: Upon confirming the purchase, your iTunes account will be charged. Subscriptions renew automatically unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account will be charged a renewal fee within 24 hours of the end of the current period and will be renewed accordingly. Subscriptions can be managed by users. Visiting the user's iTunes account settings after purchase may disable automatic renewal. For More Information: Terms of Use: https://www.qrreader.space/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.qrreader.space/privacy.html
This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing PDF documents. It allows users to view, edit, scan, convert, and sign PDFs, as well as extract text using OCR technology. Securely protect and share your files with ease.
- PDF Viewer & Reader
- PDF Editor
- E-Signature
- PDF Scanner
- OCR Text Extraction
- PDF Conversion
- Form Filling
- Password Protection
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PDF Viewer, Scanner & Editor – All-in-One PDF Tool! Key Features: - PDF Viewer & Reader – Open and read PDF files with a smooth, user-friendly interface. - PDF Editor – Add text, highlight content, draw, and make edits effortlessly. - E-Signature – Sign documents electronically and share them instantly. - PDF Scanner – Scan documents using your camera and convert them into PDFs. - OCR (Optical Character Recognition) – Extract and recognize text from scanned PDFs. - Convert PDFs – Export PDFs to Word, Excel, JPG, and more. - Annotate & Highlight – Add comments, highlight text, and mark up PDFs with ease. - Fill PDF Forms – Complete and submit PDF forms digitally. - Secure & Share – Protect PDFs with passwords and share via email or cloud services. Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who works with PDFs daily! Easily upgrade to Pro and unlock unlimited access to measurements and more with a renewable App Store subscription. We offer auto-renewing subscription plans with the following terms: • Available durations: 1 week, 1 month, or 12 months. • Payment is charged to your App Store account upon purchase confirmation. • Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing cycle. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before your subscription expires, with the renewal cost clearly indicated. • You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal anytime in your Account Settings. • Active subscriptions cannot be canceled before the end of the billing period. • If a free trial is available, any unused portion will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Terms of use(EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: PDF at free with in-app purchases against Scan's subscription. PDF also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Scan's advantage is ratings volume (238 vs 4) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Scan sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and PDF sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
PDF holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan has 238 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Scan ships an update every 5 days, PDF every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scan | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (238 ratings) | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 238 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 228 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Flex App Limited | Artem Dorozhkin |
Customer experience
Scan
In-app purchases
Scan
- Get Unlimited Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Unlock QR Code AI Generator$6.997 Days
- Get Unlimited Access$9.997 Days
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- Get Unlimited Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Unlock QR Code AI Generator$29.991 Year
- Unlock QR Code AI Generator$49.991 Year
- Unlock QR Code AI Generator$69.99
- 1 week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- 1 month$9.991 Month
- 1 year$49.991 Year









