Comparison

ScanMate vs PDFScan Go

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

Head to head
About

ScanMate

Features
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"The ScanMate is the perfect tool for taking photos and converting them into your desired file formats (PDF, JPEG, etc.). With this app, you can easily scan important documents or edit photos and save them in the necessary file format." **Key Features:** - Scanning Feature: Directly capture images using your camera and automatically convert them into optimized file formats. - File Conversion: Save images in various formats like PDF and JPEG, making document management and photo handling much more convenient. - Editing Tools: Add text, shapes, stickers, and more to scanned images for personalized editing. - Intuitive Interface: With a user-friendly UI, anyone can easily use the app. No more complicated tasks β€” scan and edit your images with just a click!

About

PDFScan Go

Features
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pdfScan Go: Your Secure & High-Quality Document Scanner Experience a powerful, reliable, and private way to digitize your documents. pdfScan Go is designed for users who prioritize security and efficiency, offering a seamless scanning experience without the need for accounts or cloud uploads. PRIVACY FIRST: 100% ON-DEVICE PROCESSING Your sensitive data stays where it belongs β€” on your iPhone or iPad. Offline Processing: All document scanning and text recognition (OCR) happen locally on your device. No Cloud Uploads: We do not store or transmit your documents to external servers. No Account Required: Start scanning immediately. No email, no registration, and no personal data collection. Works Offline: Perfect for secure environments or areas without internet access. UNLIMITED SCANNING FEATURES Enjoy full access to essential scanning tools with no page limits and no watermarks on your exports. Smart Auto-Detection: Automatically identifies document borders and crops images for a professional look. Multi-Format Export: Save your scans as high-quality PDF, Image (JPG), or Text (TXT) files. On-Device OCR: Extract text from your scans using advanced built-in recognition technology. Multi-Page Support: Combine multiple pages into a single PDF or export them individually. Enhancement Tools: Use filters to brighten, sharpen, or convert scans to grayscale for maximum readability. Files App Integration: Easily save directly to the iOS Files app or share via AirPlay, Email, and messaging platforms. VERSATILE FOR EVERY NEED Business: Scan contracts, receipts, and business cards on the go. Education: Digitize lecture notes, textbooks, and whiteboards. Personal: Securely store IDs, medical records, and handwritten notes. Simple. Secure. Powerful. Transform your device into a professional-grade scanner today with pdfScan Go.

Screenshots

ScanMate3 screens
PDFScan Go4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ScanMate at none against PDFScan Go's shown. PDFScan Go's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
ScanMate versus PDFScan Go: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanMatePDFScan Go
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 5 days
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.015.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShinyan AuDuong Nguyen Huu

In-app purchases

None

ScanMate

No in-app purchases

None

PDFScan Go

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScanMate free?
ScanMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PDFScan Go free?
PDFScan Go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScanMate or PDFScan Go have ads?
PDFScan Go shows ads; ScanMate does not.

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