Comparison

Document Scanner vs Office Word

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

Head to head
About

Document Scanner

This app allows you to scan documents, business cards, and receipts into PDF or JPG formats. It offers OCR text recognition in multiple languages and advanced PDF tools, with a focus on privacy and a one-time purchase model.

Highlights
  • Scan documents, business cards, receipts, and QR codes
  • OCR text recognition in 15 languages
  • Export to PDF, JPG, and TXT
  • PDF compression and merging
  • Batch processing
  • Offline mode
  • One-time purchase, no subscriptions
Features
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THE LAST SCANNER APP YOU'LL EVER BUY Stop paying monthly for basic features. One simple purchase unlocks everything forever. No monthly fees, no hidden costs, no expiration. NO SUBSCRIPTION. EVER. Pay once. Own forever. While competitors charge monthly subscriptions, Scaniva is a one-time purchase. 100% PRIVATE & SECURE Your documents never leave your device. No cloud uploads required. No account sign-up. No tracking. What you scan stays on YOUR iPhone and iPad. 14 LANGUAGES INCLUDED OCR text recognition in 14 languages: English • Spanish • French • German • Italian • Portuguese • Russian • Ukrainian • Japanese • Chinese (Simplified & Traditional) • Korean • Arabic • Turkish PROFESSIONAL FEATURES • 5 scan modes: Documents, Business Cards, ID Cards, Receipts, QR Codes • PDF tools: Compress (80%) and merge multiple documents • Export formats: PDF, JPG, TXT • Batch operations: Process multiple documents at once • Open in Scaniva from any app · Siri Shortcuts • Offline mode: Works without internet - 100% functional SIGN, PROTECT, WATERMARK • Sign documents: draw your signature once, place it on any page, reuse saved signatures • Password-protect your PDF exports • Watermark exports: CONFIDENTIAL, DRAFT or your own text NO WATERMARKS. NO ADS. NO TRACKING. TRY FREE, UPGRADE WHEN READY Free to start: • 10 free scans • 10 OCR pages • 3 merges • All 5 scan modes included • Store up to 10 documents One-Time Purchase: • Unlimited scans, OCR & merges • Unlimited storage • Professional exports (no footer) • PDF compression • Lifetime updates • All future features • No recurring charges WHY CHOOSE SCANIVA? Most scanner apps charge monthly subscriptions. • CamScanner: Subscription model • Adobe Scan: Subscription, requires account, cloud storage • iScanner: Monthly fees • Genius Scan: Paid OCR features Scaniva: One simple payment. Forever. TRUSTED & SECURE • Developed by Essex Software (Charlotte, NC) • 22 years in business • A+ BBB Rating • GDPR Compliant DOWNLOAD FREE TODAY Start with 10 free scans, 10 OCR pages and 3 merges. One purchase unlocks unlimited scans, OCR and merges - forever, no subscription. Your documents. Your device. Your privacy.

About

Office Word

This app allows you to read, edit, and manage various document types, including Word, PDF, PPT, and Excel files, directly from your mobile device. It offers a streamlined workflow for everyday document tasks, making it convenient for students and professionals alike.

Highlights
  • Read, edit, and manage documents
  • Supports Word, PDF, PPT, and Excel files
  • Convenient mobile editing tools
  • Organized home page for easy navigation
  • Streamlined file workflow
  • Designed for everyday use
Features
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Word Document: Edit Docs, PPT is your all-in-one office app, letting you read, edit, and manage essential documents directly from your device. * Whether you need to review a report, update a presentation, edit a spreadsheet, or work with a PDF, this app makes document management easy—no matter where you are. * Supporting various file types and with helpful editing tools, Word Document: Edit Docs, PPT helps you stay on top of work, school, and daily documents with ease. EASILY READ FILES * Open and view all your files in one convenient place. * Quickly access important documents without the hassle. * Stay organized and productive with a clear reading layout. EDIT WORD DOCUMENTS * Edit documents directly from your phone. * Update content, review text, and make changes anytime. * Manage everyday documents on your phone or tablet. EDIT PDF FILES * Manage and edit PDFs with a simple interface. * Review documents and make quick changes. * Keep your PDF workflow simple and always accessible. EDIT PRESENTATIONS * Open and edit PPT files right in the app. * Create slides, review details, and make last-minute changes. * Keep your presentations within reach at all times. EDIT EXCEL FILES * Edit spreadsheets with familiar tools. * Review tables, update numbers, and manage sheets effortlessly. * Access key data on your device. SMART HOME & FILE WORKFLOW * Organized home page for easy navigation. * Effortlessly switch between reading, editing, and managing files. * Manage all your documents in one place. DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY USE * Perfect for students reviewing class notes. * Great for professionals updating documents and presentations. * Convenient for managing personal and work files in one app. WHY WORD DOCUMENT: EDIT DOCS, PPT? * Clean, organized file view. * Edit Word documents directly on your device. * Easily update PDF files. * Edit PowerPoint presentations anytime. * Manage Excel spreadsheets effortlessly. * Simple workflows for all your daily documents. Download Word Document: Edit Docs, PPT now and optimize how you read and edit documents on your iPhone or iPad. LEGAL NOTICE: This app is not affiliated with any other brands or companies. Subscription information: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account once the purchase is confirmed. • Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Renewal is charged within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription in your account settings. • If there is a free trial period, you'll be charged the full price after the trial unless you cancel first. Privacy Policy: https://begamob.com/policy.html Terms of Use: https://begamob.com/ofs-termofuse.html

Screenshots

Document Scanner4 screens
Office Word4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Document Scanner at 100% against Office Word's 27%. Document Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Office Word's advantage is ratings volume (1.4K vs 9) and chart position (#59 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Document Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Office Word sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Document Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Office Word has 1.4K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Document Scanner's written reviews are positive against 27% of Office Word's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Document Scanner ships an update weekly, Office Word every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Document Scanner versus Office Word: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocument ScannerOffice Word
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better4.7 (1.4K ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better27.0% of reviews
Number of ratings91.4K — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#59 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB128 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEssex SoftwareBEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED

Customer experience

Document Scanner

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Office Word

All ratings1,353 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative73.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Document Scanner

One-time1
  • Scaniva — Full Version$9.99
13 purchases

Office Word

Subscriptions13
  • Word Office Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
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  • Word Office Premium Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly$9.997 Days
  • Word Office Premium Weekly3 Days trial$14.907 Days
  • Word Office Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Word Office Premium Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Document Scanner free?
Document Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Office Word free?
Office Word is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Document Scanner or Office Word?
Document Scanner is rated higher. Document Scanner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Office Word averages 4.7 from 1.4K ratings.
Do Document Scanner or Office Word have ads?
Office Word shows ads; Document Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, Document Scanner or Office Word?
Document Scanner ships an update weekly, and Office Word every 5 days. Most recently, Document Scanner was updated on October 17, 2026 and Office Word on October 17, 2026.

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