# Scan vs PDF

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan | PDF |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-scanner-editor/id6742465810/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **238** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 228 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flex App Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665600905) | [Artem Dorozhkin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1798545981) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 🚫 No ads or distractions
- 🌍 Works everywhere, even internationally
- 💡 Reliable and never lets users down


### PDF

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-scanner-editor/id6742465810)

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.

**Highlights:** PDF Viewer & Reader, PDF Editor, E-Signature, PDF Scanner, OCR Text Extraction, PDF Conversion, Form Filling, Password Protection

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 year | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan free?

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

### Is PDF free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Scan or PDF?

PDF is rated higher. Scan averages 4.5 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while PDF averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Scan or PDF have ads?

Neither Scan nor PDF shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scan or PDF?

Scan ships an update every 5 days, and PDF every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scan was updated on October 11, 2026 and PDF on September 29, 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.*