TypeScan vs Focus Lens
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
TypeScan
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γKey Features of TypeScanγ - Accurately recognizes text from photos, camera, and files - Switch between preserving line breaks or combining into full text for share - Automatically detects URLs and lets you open them with a tap - Saves recognition history so you can revisit past scans anytime - Fully offline β no internet connection required - Clean, simple design for intuitive use - Select images directly within the app, with file support for smooth imports - No account or login required β start using right away TypeScan lets you extract text instantly from your camera or photos β fast, clean, and hassle-free. Whether you're scanning a printed document, a business card, or a sign, TypeScan turns any image into usable, editable text. Whether youβre digitizing notes or grabbing text from a receipt, TypeScan helps you get it done in seconds. Download TypeScan and make your camera smarter β one tap at a time.
Focus Lens
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Reuse the words in a screenshot without typing them again: import an image, recognize the text, then copy or export it. WHAT YOU CAN DO β’ Import photos and screenshots from your library β’ Select multiple images β’ Recognize text on device β’ Review and select the result β’ Copy text or export a TXT file β’ Revisit recent recognitions on this device GET STARTED 1. Choose a photo or screenshot from your library. 2. Recognize the text and check it against the image. 3. Copy the words you need or export a TXT file. Current features require no account or purchase. Recognition depends on image clarity and content, so check important details against the source image. Open the app and start with the workflow that fits your next task.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Focus Lens at none against TypeScan's shown. TypeScan's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TypeScan ships an update every 3 weeks, Focus Lens every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TypeScan | Focus Lens |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks β better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kazuhisa Kobayashi | ηε€ ε΄ |
In-app purchases
TypeScan
No in-app purchases
Focus Lens
No in-app purchases









