PDF Scanner vs My PDF Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PDF Scanner
Transform your iPhone into a powerful scanner to digitize documents with high quality. Recognize text with OCR for editable and searchable files, then easily save and share in various formats. Ideal for professionals and students needing efficient document management.
- High-quality document scanning
- OCR text recognition
- Convert scans to editable text
- Save and share in PDF, JPG, Word, TXT
- Easy to use interface
- Digitize IDs, receipts, books, and sketches
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PDF Scanner harnesses the full potential of your iPhone to offer an unparalleled scanning experience. At its core, this app turns your device into a potent scanner, enabling you to digitize documents with ease and precision. The incorporation of OCR technology allows for swift text recognition, transforming your scans into editable and searchable files. This functionality is especially beneficial for professionals and students who frequently deal with paperwork, as it significantly reduces the time spent on manual data entry and information retrieval. Core Functions and Benefits: 1. High-Quality Scans in Any Format: PDF Scanner excels in creating high-definition scans of any document - be it ID cards, receipts, books, or sketches. Our advanced scanning technology ensures that every detail is captured accurately, producing clear and legible results every time. Users have the flexibility to save and share their scans in various formats including PDF, JPG, Word, and TXT, catering to different needs and preferences. 2. Seamless Text Recognition with OCR: The integration of OCR technology making it possible to convert scanned images into editable text. This feature not only saves valuable time but also enhances productivity by allowing for easy text editing and extraction from scanned documents. 3. Easy Scan, Save, and Share: PDF Scanner is designed with user convenience in mind. The app simplifies the scanning process, enabling you to scan documents quickly with just a few taps. Whether you're looking to send a contract via email, save lecture notes for later review, or share a sketch with colleagues, PDF Scanner has you covered. Why Choose Document Scanner Pro? Choosing PDF Scanner means opting for efficiency, quality, and versatility. Our app transforms your iPhone into a multifunctional scanning tool, ready to tackle any document with ease. From professional needs to academic requirements and everyday tasks, PDF Scanner stands as your reliable partner. Subscription: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off 24 hours before the end of the current period. All subscriptions are auto-renewable. All subscriptions can be managed by the user in Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://ba.basicxyz.com/log/basicxyz/page?page=page1 Term of Use: https://ba.basicxyz.com/log/basicxyz/page?page=page2
My PDF Scanner
Transform your phone into a versatile scanner for documents, receipts, and more. Easily convert paper to digital files with OCR text recognition and share them as PDFs or JPGs. Offers basic scanning for free with no ads or watermarks.
- Scan documents, receipts, IDs, and book pages
- Convert photos and files to PDF
- Auto-detect edges and crop
- On-device OCR for text recognition
- Add signatures to documents
- Export as PDF, JPG, TXT, or Word
- Folder management for files
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Scan receipts, contracts, IDs, forms, invoices, notes, photos, tickets, and book pages into clear PDF or JPG files. My PDF Scanner combines automatic edge detection, auto crop, perspective correction, document filters, signatures, folders, page organization, and on-device OCR in one practical workflow. Basic scanning and PDF export work without ads, watermarks, or an account. Your documents stay local by default. OCR is designed to run on device where supported, so you can recognize text without uploading scans to a document cloud just for that step. Scan and edit: - Capture single-page or multi-page documents - Import photos, images, and supported files - Detect document edges and correct perspective - Crop, rotate, reorder, and merge pages - Apply document filters for clearer, more readable scans - Add signatures and clean unwanted marks OCR and export: - Recognize text on your device - Export scans as PDF or JPG - Export recognized text as TXT or Word (.docx) with Pro - Share files through email, messaging apps, cloud drives, or the system share sheet Organize and protect: - Keep scans in folders with search and sorting - Use an App PIN or in-app password tools to limit access Basic scanning and basic PDF export include: - No ads - No watermark - No account requirement My PDF Scanner is useful for students, freelancers, field workers, small business owners, and anyone who needs to digitize paper documents on the go. Everyday document scanning workflows: - Receipt and invoice scanner: capture expense receipts, purchase records, bills, and invoices, then crop and organize them as PDF files - ID and passport scanner: keep readable copies of identity cards, passport pages, licenses, membership cards, and travel paperwork - Contract and form scanner: scan agreements, applications, registration forms, and work documents, then add a signature before sharing - Notes and book scanner: digitize class notes, handouts, worksheets, whiteboards, book pages, and printed reference material - Photo and image to PDF: import camera photos, screenshots, or JPG images, rotate and reorder them, and build a multi-page PDF A scan can stay editable instead of becoming a single unorganized photo. Use edge detection, perspective correction, cropping, rotation, and document filters to improve each page. Reorder pages in multi-page documents, group related scans into folders, and merge, export, or share them when the document is ready. On-device OCR is useful for recognizing text from receipts, invoices, contracts, forms, notes, and printed pages. Keeping the page flat, evenly lit, and free of shadows can produce more readable OCR results. Local-first organization lets you create folders, search and sort files, and choose when to export a PDF or JPG through the system share sheet. Core scanning does not require an account. Network access is used only for actions such as optional sign-in, purchase restoration, support, legal pages, and platform services. Pro unlocks OCR text export to TXT or Word, batch workflows, merge tools, and in-app document protection. Choose monthly, yearly, or lifetime Pro access. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled in your App Store account settings. The lifetime option is a one-time purchase for Pro access. Note: If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. service terms: https://www.entlearn.com/terms. Privacy policy: https://www.entlearn.com/privacy Privacy note: In-app password protection and App PIN features limit access inside the app. Exported files are not automatically encrypted.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PDF Scanner at 13.0 against My PDF Scanner's 15.0. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. PDF Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and My PDF Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PDF Scanner against 5.0 for My PDF Scanner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
PDF Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, My PDF Scanner fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PDF Scanner | My PDF Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Basic System | Hangzhou Xiaoyuan Future Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
PDF Scanner
My PDF Scanner
In-app purchases
PDF Scanner
- PDF Scanner Plan$6.997 Days
- PDF Scanner Plan3 Days trial$39.991 Year
My PDF Scanner
- PDF Scanner Pro - Monthly$4.991 Month
- PDF Scanner Pro - Yearly$29.991 Year
- PDF Scanner Pro - Lifetime$59.99






