OrbitNote vs PS 345
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OrbitNote
This tool allows users to read, annotate, and listen to PDF documents. It converts image-based PDFs to accessible text and offers features like speech playback, highlighting, and iCloud sync for seamless document management across devices.
- Annotate PDFs with highlights, underscores, and notes
- Convert image PDFs to searchable text
- Listen to PDFs with human-quality voice playback
- Change background and text colors for readability
- Sync documents and annotations with iCloud
- Import/export PDFs from cloud storage and other apps
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OrbitNote is an accessible, reading and study PDF tool for all. Annotate, mark up, listen to and save PDF files which are then still fully compatible with other popular PDF apps. Have accessible text PDF files spoken back to you with human quality voice & synchronised highlighting. PDF image files or photographs of text can be converted to accessible, searchable PDF files and read in the app. + Speech, Productivity and Accessibility Alongside the full range of iOS system voices, OrbitNote comes with a range of high-quality voices in different languages. A ‘Speak in Background’ option lets you listen to a PDF while viewing another app - great for proofreading PDF files while you’re working in other apps. The ‘Speak on tap’ and ‘Stop on tap’ options make speech easy to control. + OrbitNote allows the background colour of the PDF to be changed, and text colour inverted, to enhance readability. OrbitNote fully supports VoiceOver. + Annotations, Notes and Comments OrbitNote includes a powerful Annotation toolbar that lets you add notes and other comments. These are fully interchangeable with most other popular PDF apps, so your OrbitNote comments will still be there if you open the PDF on another device. Annotations created in another PDF app can also be viewed and edited. Annotation features include: highlight; underscore; strikeout; notes; free text (type straight into the PDF); free line draw; shapes (circle, square, line - with many options); images (you can even insert photos from your iPad camera or photo library into the PDF file); audio and video. + Photos and Image PDF to Text PDF Conversion You can convert photos and other images to fully accessible text PDF files that can be spoken, searched, copied and highlighted. As well as converting photos, you can also convert any PDF Image file into a fully accessible Text PDF file. Along with making these PDF files accessible and searchable, it will also compress them, reducing file size. Further credit can be purchased in app. Photos and Image PDF to Text PDF Conversion in OrbitNote requires an internet connection. + Managing PDF Files PDF files can be opened in OrbitNote from all other apps, including Mail and Safari. All opened PDF files will be placed in the OrbitNote Documents List for later viewing. You can also open files from Google Drive, OneDrive, or import directly from your device. PDF files can be saved into OrbitNote Documents, OneDrive or Google Drive, sent by email, or opened in other apps that support PDF files. + Sync with iCloud You can sync ClaroPDF with your iCloud account. This lets you store and synchronise your PDF files and annotations across multiple devices. Sync with iCloud can also act as a document backup so you can keep your documents safe. + Switch Accessibility OrbitNote responds to switch or Bluetooth keyboard commands: 1 (~1) Start speech 2 (~2) Stop speech 3 (~3) Turn to previous page 4 (~4) Turn to next page + Fullscreen mode Allows the full document to be seen without toolbars in view. Ideal for smaller screens!
PS 345
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Key Features: Students: Gain the edge in your studies with direct links to your academic schedules, real-time grades, and extensive learning materials. Families: Participate actively in school life with updates from the Parent-Teacher Association, a comprehensive staff directory, and detailed reports on student progress. Educational Staff: Have immediate access to crucial educational data, embed the principles of PBIS in your teaching, and find valuable CTLE materials for ongoing educational growth. Latest Updates: Stay abreast of the latest school announcements through instant notifications. All your school’s social platforms integrated into one stream for ease of access. Planning and Participation: Always be in the loop with exhaustive details on academic and extracurricular activities, including conferences and various school outings. Multilingual Support & User-Friendly Design: A testament to our dedication to diversity with language support spanning over 100 languages and full accessibility for all users. Advantages: A unified digital nexus for: Parents: Manage your child's schooling with an all-encompassing mobile resource. Educators: Simplify educational management and student interaction. Real-World Applications: Parents On-the-Move: Effortlessly check in on your child’s academic performance even amidst a hectic day. Pupils: Lay out your week seamlessly by reviewing schedules ahead of time. Educators: Streamline planning for school activities and academic schedules with your peers. Interactive Elements: A seamless navigation experience with an intuitive interface. One-touch access to essential educational platforms like Google Classroom and ClassDojo. Health resources at your fingertips, with essential links to wellness screenings and immunization information. Distinct Offerings: On-demand translation for inclusive engagement with the school community. An engaging visual showcase featuring school events and moments. Wrap-Up: Get the Patrolman Robert Bolden Educational Gateway now to simplify your educational experience – simplifying education management for everyone involved.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PS 345 at none against OrbitNote's 10. 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
Both are free to download. OrbitNote sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. PS 345 asks for nothing beyond the download.
OrbitNote ships an update monthly, PS 345 every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OrbitNote | PS 345 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (60 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 60 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 252 MB | 239 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Everway Opco Ltd. | Solved Education Consultancy, LLC |
In-app purchases
OrbitNote
- Krzysztof$1.99
- Joaquim$1.99
- 5000 Credits$3.99
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- Elise$3.99
- Valentin$3.99
- Elias$3.99
- Emilie$3.99
- Filip$3.99
- Freja$3.99
- Unlock ClaroPDF Pro$9.99
PS 345
No in-app purchases
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