Comparison

pScanner vs ScanBox

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

Head to head
About

pScanner

Transform your phone into a powerful scanner to digitize documents, receipts, and IDs. Convert scans to various formats like PDF, Word, and TXT, with OCR for text extraction. Securely share and print your digital files with ease.

Highlights
  • HD scans with auto-edge cropping
  • OCR text recognition
  • PDF generation with signatures and watermarks
  • Multi-format export (Word, TXT, JPG)
  • Wireless printing
  • ID and card scanning
  • Secure file encryption
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Turn Your Phone into a Powerful Scanner! Pocket Scanner transforms paper documents into high-quality digital files in seconds. Convert scans to PDF, JPG, Word, TXT, and more. Print directly or share via email, messaging apps, or cloud platforms with one tap. Key Features 1. Crisp Scanning & Smart Editing - HD scans with auto-edge cropping and customizable filters. 2. OCR Text Recognition - Accurate text extraction with intelligent OCR technology. 3. Smart PDF Tools - Generate PDFs instantly. Add signatures, watermarks, or password protection. 4. Multi-Format Conversion - Export to Word, PDF, TXT, JPG, etc. 5. Wireless Printing - Print documents directly from your phone to compatible printers. 6. ID & Card Scanning - Scan IDs, licenses, or cards with 1:1 precision. Auto-align to A4/Letter size. 7. High-level Security - Secure file encryption & password-protected sharing. 8. Bulk Processing - Handle large files and image batches effortlessly. 9. Smart Organization - Categorize documents with custom folders and tags. Use Cases 1. Document Scanning & Management - Scan Anything, Anytime Contracts, notes, books, receipts, posters—scan multi-page docs in seconds. - Auto-Crop & Enhance Remove clutter and optimize scans with brightness/color adjustments. - Professional PDFs Create print-ready PDFs in A4, Letter, or custom sizes. - Cloud Sync & Share Save to Photos, email PDFs, or share via AirDrop. 2. Text Extraction & Editing - Scan-to-Text Convert printed/handwritten text to editable content (supports 15+ languages). - Boost Productivity Copy text from IDs, invoices, or business cards into apps instantly. 3. ID & Document Scanning - Digitize Critical Info Scan IDs, passports, or insurance cards. Print duplicates at 1:1 scale. 4. Study & Education - Paperless Learning Scan textbooks, notes, or exams to create digital study guides. - Smart Flashcards Turn scanned quizzes into shareable digital flashcards. 5. Business & Productivity - On-the-Go Office Scan contracts, whiteboards, or receipts during meetings or travel. - Team Collaboration Share annotated PDFs via Slack, Teams, or email in one click. 6. Everyday Convenience - Preserve Memories Digitize photos, recipes, or travel souvenirs. - Travel Ready Store scanned itineraries, tickets, and maps offline. Why Professionals & Students Love It - Time-Saving – Ditch manual typing with instant OCR. - Pro-Quality Scans – Crisp results rivaling desktop scanners. - High-level Privacy – Your docs stay 100% secure. - Apple Ecosystem Ready – Works seamlessly with AirPrint, Files app, and iCloud. Download Now – Join 5M+ users who trust Pocket Scanner for work, school, and life! pScanner PRO -Subscribe to get Pro access to all features. You will be charged after the purchase confirmation. -Subscriptions to our scanner app auto-renew 24 hours before the expiration date. You can manage your subscriptions in account Settings on the App Store. Terms of Use of pScanner: Scanner App: https://www3.yunhu.net.cn/agreement/terms Privacy Policy of pScanner: Scanner App: https://www3.yunhu.net.cn/agreement/privacy We'd love to hear your feedback: pscanner.feedback@gmail.com

About

ScanBox

Digitize and manage documents, receipts, and cards with high-quality scans and OCR text recognition. Organize files with custom folders, protect sensitive data, and export in various formats including editable Excel for tables.

Highlights
  • High-quality scanning with smart cropping
  • OCR text recognition for searchable documents
  • Organized file management with privacy protection
  • Flexible export to PDF, JPEG, and editable Excel
  • Smart table recognition
  • Face ID protection for sensitive folders
Features
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ScanBox is a feature-rich mobile scanning app designed for efficient digitization and management of documents, receipts, and other paper materials. Whether it's study notes, contracts, invoices, or daily receipts and business cards, ScanBox helps you scan, organize, and back them up with ease. 【Key Features】 • High-Quality Scanning: One-tap scanning with smart cropping and shadow removal. Supports documents, receipts, notes, cards, and more. • OCR Text Recognition: Automatically extracts text from images. Enables full-text search — even image files become searchable like documents. • Organized File Management with Privacy Protection: Auto-categorization and custom folders. Sensitive directories can be protected with Face ID. • Flexible Export Options: Export as PDF or JPEG. Print directly with AirPrint in high resolution. • Smart Table Recognition: Automatically detects table structures from scanned images and exports editable Excel files. Ideal for expense reports, transcripts, and data summaries. Whether you're a student, office worker, or freelancer, ScanBox is your efficient digital office assistant. Download now to streamline your scanning and document management experience! Users of ScanBox (hereafter "Users") are deemed to have read, understood, and agreed to the full User Agreement before use. Your use of the app constitutes full acceptance of the terms and all published rules. We reserve the right to monitor, prompt, correct, and take necessary actions on all activities within the app. Full Terms of Use: https://scanbox.qqzhuti.net/termsen ScanBox offers an auto-renewing subscription service with monthly ($1.99 USD) and yearly ($7.99 USD) plans. A one-time lifetime membership option is also available. Subscriptions are renewed automatically via your Apple ID one day before expiration. To cancel, please manage your subscription in your Apple ID settings. For feedback or support, please contact: 354822@qq.com Terms of use: https://scanbox.qqzhuti.net/termsen Privacy Policy: https://scanbox.qqzhuti.net/privacyen End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

pScanner4 screens
ScanBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScanBox at 5.0 against pScanner's 4.6. ScanBox also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 63%). pScanner's advantage is ratings volume (144 vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. pScanner sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and ScanBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanBox holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: pScanner has 144 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of pScanner's written reviews are positive against 89% of ScanBox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

pScanner ships an update every 8 days, ScanBox every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
pScanner versus ScanBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterpScannerScanBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (144 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings144 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size390 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAGI Scanner Technology Co., Ltd.WEN WU LI

Customer experience

pScanner

All ratings144 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive63.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative30.4%

ScanBox

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

Bugs and requests

pScanner

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Unable to import local files
  • Scanning issues with thick books

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add night mode
  • Implement finger removal tool
  • Include password-protected PDF signing

ScanBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

pScanner

Subscriptions7
  • pScanner Premium$3.997 Days
  • pScanner Premium3 Days trial2 variants$3.997 Days
  • pScanner Premium3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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  • pScanner Premium3 Days trial$9.993 Months
  • pScanner Premium3 Days trial2 variants$39.996 Months
  • pScanner Premium$39.991 Year
  • pScanner Premium3 Days trial2 variants$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • pScanner PremiumFree
  • 终身买断用户$399.00
3 purchases

ScanBox

Subscriptions2
  • Scanbox VIP for one month$1.991 Month
  • Scanbox VIP for one year3 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Scanbox VIP for Lifetime$12.99

Questions

Is pScanner free?
pScanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanBox free?
ScanBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, pScanner or ScanBox?
ScanBox is rated higher. pScanner averages 4.6 out of 5 from 144 ratings, while ScanBox averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do pScanner or ScanBox have ads?
Neither pScanner nor ScanBox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, pScanner or ScanBox?
pScanner ships an update every 8 days, and ScanBox every 9 days. Most recently, pScanner was updated on September 21, 2026 and ScanBox on August 29, 2026.

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