Comparison

PDF Scanner | Document Scan vs PDF Reader Pro

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

Head to head
About

PDF Scanner | Document Scan

Easily scan any paper document, receipt, or note using your phone's camera. Convert your scans into high-quality PDFs or JPEGs with advanced image processing and automatic edge detection. Manage, share, and print your digitized documents effortlessly.

Highlights
  • High-quality camera scanning
  • Auto-detect edges
  • Perspective correction
  • Convert to PDF/JPEG
  • Share, print, upload
Features
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How do you turn a stack of receipts into organized digital files? What about converting handwritten notes into searchable PDFs? Document Scanner uses advanced image processing and optical character recognition to transform any paper document into high-quality digital files you can search, share, and store. Whether you are digitizing business receipts for tax season, converting meeting notes for team sharing, or archiving important contracts, this scanner handles everything from single pages to multi-page documents with automatic edge detection and perspective correction. HOW IT WORKS The app captures documents using your phone camera with enhanced image stabilization and lighting adjustment. Advanced algorithms automatically detect document edges, correct perspective distortion, and enhance text clarity. The OCR engine processes text in over 50 languages, making scanned content fully searchable. Processing happens locally on your device for privacy, with results available in seconds. KEY FEATURES — Automatic Edge Detection: Point your camera at any document and watch as the app instantly identifies borders, even on cluttered desks or uneven surfaces. — Perspective Correction: The app automatically straightens skewed pages and adjusts for camera angle, producing professional-looking scans every time. — OCR Text Recognition: Scanned documents become searchable with optical character recognition that works on printed text, handwriting, and even faded documents. — Multi-Page PDF Creation: Combine multiple scans into single PDF documents with consistent formatting. Perfect for contracts, reports, or any multi-page paperwork. — Cloud Integration: Save directly to iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive. Access your scanned documents from any device, anywhere. WHO USES THIS APP Small business owners who need to digitize receipts, invoices, and contracts for accounting and record-keeping. Students and researchers who want to convert textbook pages, handwritten notes, and research materials into searchable digital libraries. Remote workers who need to share physical documents with team members instantly. Homeowners managing important documents like insurance policies, warranties, and legal papers. HOW TO GET STARTED 1. Open the app and position your document on a flat surface with good lighting 2. Tap the camera button and let auto-detection frame your document 3. Review the scan, choose PDF or JPEG format and add to your document library For best results, ensure documents are flat and well-lit. The app works in various lighting conditions but performs optimally with natural light or bright indoor lighting. SUBSCRIPTION Annual Plan: $19.99 per year — less than $2 per month Weekly Plan: $4.99 per week with 3-day free trial Payment charged to App Store account upon purchase confirmation. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before current period ends. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings. Unused free trial forfeited upon subscription purchase. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iLSxeMrrktjf03C1tFzLHtkb8XybTZyegme0Cfwm69M/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gY-rb3E-xYWoukisGmPa4we0_8TUnJOXsjqPW17GK3I/edit?usp=sharing

About

PDF Reader Pro

This app allows you to read, edit, annotate, sign, and manage PDF documents on your iPhone and iPad. It includes features for scanning, merging, splitting, converting, and securing PDFs, with iCloud sync for seamless cross-device access.

Highlights
  • PDF Viewer & Reader
  • Scan Documents to PDF
  • Sign & Manage Signatures
  • Annotate & Markup PDFs
  • Merge, Split, Compress PDFs
  • Convert Images/Text to PDF
  • iCloud Sync
Features
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PDF Reader Pro is the all-in-one PDF app for iPhone and iPad. Read, edit, annotate, sign, and manage all your PDF documents with powerful tools and an intuitive interface. KEY FEATURES - PDF Viewer & Reader Open and read PDF files with smooth scrolling. Switch between vertical, horizontal, and single page view modes. Search text, zoom in, and navigate pages effortlessly. - Scan Documents Use your camera to scan paper documents and convert them to PDF instantly. Multi-page scanning supported. - Sign Documents Create your personal signature, save it, and add it to any PDF. Manage multiple signatures with iCloud sync. - Annotate & Markup Highlight text, draw freehand, add text notes, and insert images. Choose from multiple colors, fonts, and pen styles. - PDF Editing Tools Merge multiple PDFs into one. Split PDFs by page range. Compress files to reduce size. Add or remove password protection. Add watermarks. Extract text from PDFs. - Convert to PDF Convert images, text files, and web pages to PDF format easily. - Organize & Manage Sort files by name, date, or size. Bookmark important documents. Rename, share, and print PDFs. - iCloud Sync Sync your PDFs and signatures across all your Apple devices seamlessly. - Pro Version Remove all ads, unlock unlimited PDF storage, and access all premium tools with a subscription. Terms of Use: https://spacenodehq.web.app/pdf-reader/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://spacenodehq.web.app/pdf-reader/privacy.html

Screenshots

PDF Scanner | Document Scan4 screens
PDF Reader Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: PDF Reader Pro at free with in-app purchases against PDF Scanner | Document Scan's subscription. PDF Reader Pro also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). PDF Scanner | Document Scan's advantage is ratings volume (1.9K vs 3) and device support (4 vs 2). 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. PDF Scanner | Document Scan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and PDF Reader Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PDF Reader Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Scanner | Document Scan has 1.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Scanner | Document Scan ships an update every 5 days, PDF Reader Pro every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PDF Scanner | Document Scan versus PDF Reader Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF Scanner | Document ScanPDF Reader Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.9K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.9K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRashed ObaidSpace Node Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

PDF Scanner | Document Scan

All ratings1,912 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%

PDF Reader Pro

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PDF Scanner | Document Scan

Subscriptions2
  • PDF Scanner – Document Scan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • PDF Scanner – Document Scan$19.991 Year
2 purchases

PDF Reader Pro

Subscriptions2
  • PDF Reader Pro Version3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • PDF Reader Pro Version3 Days trial$14.991 Month

Questions

Is PDF Scanner | Document Scan free?
PDF Scanner | Document Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Reader Pro free?
PDF Reader Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PDF Scanner | Document Scan or PDF Reader Pro?
PDF Reader Pro is rated higher. PDF Scanner | Document Scan averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while PDF Reader Pro averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do PDF Scanner | Document Scan or PDF Reader Pro have ads?
Neither PDF Scanner | Document Scan nor PDF Reader Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PDF Scanner | Document Scan or PDF Reader Pro?
PDF Scanner | Document Scan ships an update every 5 days, and PDF Reader Pro every 8 days. Most recently, PDF Scanner | Document Scan was updated on October 24, 2026 and PDF Reader Pro on October 24, 2026.

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