# PDF Scanner App vs Falcon File Manager

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Falcon File Manager at 100% against PDF Scanner App's 0%. Falcon File Manager also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Scanner App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Falcon File Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Falcon File Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Falcon File Manager has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of PDF Scanner App's written reviews are positive against 100% of Falcon File Manager's.

PDF Scanner App ships an update fortnightly, Falcon File Manager every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Scanner App | Falcon File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scanner-app-proscan/id6752308731/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/falcon-file-manager/id6783870191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 14 MB | 178 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Paul Crapatureanu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818750485) | [Paul Rowland](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783870193) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Scanner App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scanner-app-proscan/id6752308731)

Digitize documents, notes, and receipts with AI-powered text recognition and essential editing tools. Organize, compress, and secure your files without ads or watermarks. Offers unlimited scanning and advanced features through subscription plans.

**Highlights:** AI-powered OCR for text extraction, Document scanning and PDF creation, Page organization and compression, Password protection for sensitive documents, ID photo creation, Automatic iCloud sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro Plan | $1.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Pro Plan | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Pro Plan | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $29.99 | one-time |


### Falcon File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/falcon-file-manager/id6783870191)

Organize and play all your media and files in one place. Connect cloud storage, sort with custom layouts, and enjoy built-in players for video, music, and documents. Keep your files private and secure with folder locking.

**Highlights:** Organize files with custom layouts and icons, Built-in video, music, and document players, Connect cloud storage (Dropbox, OneDrive, Box), Link folders from Files app, iCloud Drive, USB, Private storage with folder locking (PIN, Face ID), Cast media to TV (AirPlay, Google Cast), Customizable themes and app icons

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Falcon Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Scanner App free?

PDF Scanner App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Falcon File Manager free?

Falcon File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PDF Scanner App or Falcon File Manager?

Falcon File Manager is rated higher. PDF Scanner App averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Falcon File Manager averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do PDF Scanner App or Falcon File Manager have ads?

Neither PDF Scanner App nor Falcon File Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Scanner App or Falcon File Manager?

PDF Scanner App ships an update fortnightly, and Falcon File Manager every 3 days. Most recently, PDF Scanner App was updated on October 30, 2026 and Falcon File Manager on November 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*