Comparison

Shark Scan vs NovaFlick

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

Head to head
About

Shark Scan

This utility app offers lightning-fast QR and barcode scanning, AI-powered real-time translation, and powerful OCR text extraction from images and documents. It also allows for digitizing IDs and notes, and creating custom QR codes from photos, GIFs, or text.

Highlights
  • QR and barcode scanning
  • Real-time text translation
  • OCR text extraction
  • ID and document scanning
  • Custom QR code creation
  • Local data storage
Features
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Tired of switching between multiple apps for scanning, text extraction, and document processing? Try Shark Scan—an all-in-one smart scanning tool that puts intelligent document processing right at your fingertips. Lightning-Fast Scanning Scan any QR code or barcode in under a second—easily recognizing codes even in low light, or those that are blurry or complex. Instantly open web links, connect to Wi-Fi, save contacts, or view product details. No waiting—just quick, simple operation. AI Scanning & Real-Time Translation Encountering foreign language menus, signs, or printed articles? Simply point your camera and snap a photo. Get accurate translations of multilingual text—perfect for travel, study, and daily reading. Powerful OCR Text Extraction Extract text from paper documents, receipts, posters, and photos with a single tap. Convert image text into editable digital text. Copy, share, or export the extracted content without the need for manual re-typing. ID & Document Scanning and Storage Digitize your certificates, ID cards, receipts, and notes. Crop precisely and save high-quality scans locally for quick access anytime, anywhere. Create Custom QR Codes Instantly Convert photos, GIFs, or text into dynamic QR codes. Share contact details, messages, Wi-Fi passwords, or web links—create your own personalized digital business card in seconds. Why Choose Shark Scan? · Lightning-fast QR and barcode scanning with accurate recognition, even in low light · Support for translating multilingual printed content · Precise OCR technology to convert images into editable text · Document and ID scanning features with auto-optimization and local storage · Core features are completely free with a clean, intuitive interface · Privacy-first: Your scan data is stored only on your device Download Shark Scan today—your smart daily assistant for effortless scanning, text extraction, translation, and document digitization.

About

NovaFlick

Access a vast library of short dramas across various genres like romance, suspense, and comedy. Enjoy immersive viewing experiences anytime, anywhere, perfect for quick entertainment breaks.

Highlights
  • Extensive short drama library
  • Multiple genres including romance and suspense
  • Immersive viewing experience
  • Watch anytime, anywhere
  • Compact and engaging content
Features
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Unecho - Watch short dramas anytime, anywhere! Unecho is a mobile application focusing on short drama content, providing users with a large number of wonderful and compact short dramas, covering a variety of themes such as romance, suspense, comedy, urban life, etc. Whether it is on the way to work, during lunch break, or relaxing before bed, Unecho can let you quickly enter the world of the plot and enjoy an immersive viewing experience. [Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms] 1. Service Name: Continuous Weekly Subscription (1 week) 2. Price: The continuous weekly subscription costs $19.99/week. Billing: Your iTunes account will be charged 24 hours before the end of each subscription period. Once the payment is successful, the subscription will automatically renew for the next period. Canceling Subscription: To cancel your subscription, go to "Settings" on your iPhone → Tap "iTunes & App Store" → Tap your "Apple ID" → Select "View Apple ID" to access the "Account Settings" page. Tap "Subscriptions" and select "Cancel Subscription" for the VIP membership service. If you do not cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, it will be deemed that you agree to continue the subscription, and the subscription will automatically renew. privacy policy : https://www.mufwl.com/private tems of use: https://www.mufwl.com/member_ship_agreement

Screenshots

Shark Scan4 screens
NovaFlick3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Shark Scan at 4.3 against NovaFlick's 3.5. Shark Scan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (107 vs 28). NovaFlick's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 25%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, 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. NovaFlick sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.90 per 7 days. Shark Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shark Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 107 and 28 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of Shark Scan's written reviews are positive against 61% of NovaFlick's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Shark Scan versus NovaFlick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShark ScanNovaFlick
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (107 ratings) — better3.5 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews60.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings107 — better28
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB44 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperChengdu Dance Elephant Technology Co., LTD.Changsha Mufan Network Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Shark Scan

All ratings107 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative11.2%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

NovaFlick

All ratings28 ratings
Positive60.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative35.7%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive60.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative34.8%

In-app purchases

None

Shark Scan

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

NovaFlick

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack$6.907 Days
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack7 Days trial$19.997 Days
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  • week vip$19.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack7 Days trial$29.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack7 Days trial$39.907 Days
One-time4
  • 1000 Coins$9.99
  • 2000 coins$19.99
  • 3000 coins$29.99
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  • 6000 coins$59.99

Questions

Is Shark Scan free?
Shark Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NovaFlick free?
NovaFlick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shark Scan or NovaFlick?
Shark Scan is rated higher. Shark Scan averages 4.3 out of 5 from 107 ratings, while NovaFlick averages 3.5 from 28 ratings.
Do Shark Scan or NovaFlick have ads?
Neither Shark Scan nor NovaFlick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shark Scan or NovaFlick?
Shark Scan ships an update every 2 weeks, and NovaFlick every 2 weeks. Most recently, Shark Scan was updated on November 12, 2026 and NovaFlick on November 8, 2026.

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