Comparison

ScanWise PDF vs RaceBuddy Overlay

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

Head to head
About

ScanWise PDF

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ScanWise PDF – Smart Scanner is a simple and powerful app to scan documents and convert them into clean, high-quality PDF files. Whether you’re scanning receipts, forms, notes, contracts, or ID cards β€” it takes just seconds. Automatically detects edges, enhances clarity, and applies OCR (text recognition) to make your scans readable and shareable. Organize your files into folders, merge multiple pages, and export to PDF or images. Ideal for students, freelancers, and professionals on the go. Some features β€” like unlimited folders, OCR export, and cloud backup β€” are available with a premium subscription. Download ScanWise PDF today and turn your phone into a smart pocket scanner. Privacy Policy: https://false-flannel-232.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-23213ead3e8680ae9d8afa482a024313 Terms of use: https://false-flannel-232.notion.site/Terms-of-use-23213ead3e868068accccc382843836e

About

RaceBuddy Overlay

Features
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Turn your track day data into broadcast-quality video overlays, detailed lap analysis, and shareable car cards β€” all from your iPhone. RB Overlay is built for track day enthusiasts, amateur racers, and motorsport content creators who want more from their telemetry data. Import files from the logger you already use, analyze your performance, and create professional video overlays β€” no desktop software required. IMPORT ANY TELEMETRY FORMAT RB Overlay reads more formats than any other mobile app: β€’ VBO (RaceBox) β€’ RNZ (RaceNavigator) β€’ RCZ (RaceChrono) β€’ CSV (universal, with auto-detection for RaceBox, Race Render, Serious Racing, FASTLAP, and custom layouts) β€’ MoTeC LD (binary, reverse-engineered) β€’ ECUMaster EMU Black (.emublog) β€’ F1 official session data via API Just open the file β€” RB Overlay handles the rest. ANALYZE EVERY LAP Get a complete picture of every session: β€’ Automatic lap detection from GPS data β€’ Sector splits with colour-coded deltas β€’ Best lap and ideal lap calculation β€’ Speed traces, G-force graphs, and altitude profiles β€’ Lap-to-lap comparison with overlaid telemetry charts β€’ Interactive track map with live car position β€’ Save and compare laps across sessions DRAG RUN ANALYSIS Measure acceleration performance with precision: β€’ Automatic drag run detection β€’ Speed-to-speed times (0-60, 60-120, etc.) β€’ Distance-based metrics (0-100m, 0-200m) β€’ Altitude and slope compensation β€’ Satellite signal quality tracking CREATE VIDEO OVERLAYS Export professional video with real-time telemetry data: β€’ Green screen mode β€” generate a pure overlay to composite in any editor β€’ Video overlay mode β€” apply telemetry directly onto your onboard footage β€’ Full custom layout designer β€” drag and drop gauges, maps, timers, and stats β€’ Speed gauge, G-force meter, lap timer, circuit map, sector times, and more β€’ Pre-built layouts for circuit and drag sessions β€’ Export in 1080p, 2K, or 4K resolution β€’ Portrait mode for Instagram Stories and Reels β€’ Audio passthrough from source video CREATE CAR CARDS Design shareable photo cards for social media: β€’ Import any photo from your camera roll β€’ Overlay your best lap, sector times, track name, and date β€’ Export in Story (9:16), Post (1:1), or Landscape (16:9) format β€’ Perfect for Instagram, Twitter, and racing communities BROWSE F1 DATA Explore official Formula 1 session data: β€’ Browse seasons from 2000 to present β€’ View race, qualifying, and practice sessions β€’ Access lap times for every driver β€’ Study real F1 telemetry including RPM, gear, throttle, brake, and DRS β€’ Overlay F1 data with the same tools you use for your own sessions 500+ TRACKS BUILT IN β€’ Automatic circuit detection within 3km β€’ Cloud-synced track database β€’ Create custom track definitions for private circuits FREE TO USE β€” PRO TO GO FURTHER RB Overlay is free to download with full support for VBO, RNZ, RCZ, and CSV import, basic analysis, and green screen export at 1080p. Upgrade to Pro for: β€’ 2K and 4K video export β€’ Portrait video export β€’ Video overlay on your own footage β€’ Lap comparison tools β€’ Custom layout designer β€’ MoTeC LD and EMU Black import β€’ Watermark removal Whether you are reviewing your latest track day, building content for your racing channel, or just exploring F1 data β€” RB Overlay gives you the tools that used to require a desktop and expensive software, right on your phone. Download RB Overlay and turn raw data into something worth sharing. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ScanWise PDF4 screens
RaceBuddy Overlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ScanWise PDF at 17.6 against RaceBuddy Overlay's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. ScanWise PDF sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and RaceBuddy Overlay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
ScanWise PDF versus RaceBuddy Overlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanWise PDFRaceBuddy Overlay
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.6 β€” better26.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size47 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhilip TownsendImperio

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScanWise PDF

Subscriptions2
  • ScanWise (weekly trial)3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • ScanWise (weekly standart)$3.997 Days
3 purchases

RaceBuddy Overlay

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly PRO$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is ScanWise PDF free?
ScanWise PDF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RaceBuddy Overlay free?
RaceBuddy Overlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ScanWise PDF or RaceBuddy Overlay have ads?
Neither ScanWise PDF nor RaceBuddy Overlay shows ads.

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