Comparison

Big Text Reader vs Magnifier

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

Head to head
About

Big Text Reader

Features
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Having difficulty reading small text? BigTextReader can help you! Transform your iPhone into a powerful digital magnifier and text readerβ€”ideal for reading labels, menus, documents, and more. Key Features: Capture & Read: Simply tap the Capture & Read button to have your phone read the text aloud using built-in speech technology. Save: Save the capture text for later viewing. Live Text Magnifier: Zoom in on printed text using your camera β€” crystal clear even in low light. Who is it for? Seniors or individuals with low vision. People who need assistance with reading. Quick readers seeking instant text-to-speech. Daily use for reading small prints: medicine bottles, receipts, manuals, and more.

About

Magnifier

Features
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See clearly, without the strain. Magnifier turns your phone's camera into a powerful magnifying glass that focuses right up close β€” no more squinting at pill bottles, mail, or restaurant menus. What's inside: - Magnifier that focuses automatically, up close, up to 100x zoom - Bright, steady flashlight for dark rooms, keys, and drawers - Simple mirror for a quick look - Read Aloud: point the camera at any text and hear it read out loud, clearly Built to be simple: big buttons, no clutter, nothing to figure out. Nothing is recorded or sent anywhere β€” everything happens right on your phone. A gift for you: try everything free for 7 days. --- SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Full access is available through an auto-renewing subscription: - Monthly: $2.49 - Yearly: $9.99 Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://hermesdigitalbr-spec.github.io/magnifier-magnifying-glass-legal/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://hermesdigitalbr-spec.github.io/magnifier-magnifying-glass-legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

Big Text Reader4 screens
Magnifier3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Big Text Reader at none against Magnifier's 2. Big Text Reader also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Magnifier's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. Magnifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Big Text Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Big Text Reader versus Magnifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBig Text ReaderMagnifier
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 2 weeks
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size5 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developergangadhar goudHermes Inteligencia Digital Ltda

In-app purchases

None

Big Text Reader

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Magnifier

Subscriptions2
  • Magnifier Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Magnifier Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Big Text Reader free?
Big Text Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magnifier free?
Magnifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Big Text Reader or Magnifier have ads?
Big Text Reader shows ads; Magnifier does not.

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