Comparison

ID Scanner +. vs ID Scanner

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

Head to head
About

ID Scanner +.

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Our app is a powerful document scanning solution built for fast, accurate digitization of passports, IDs, and driver’s licenses. It also supports barcode and QR code scanning, using advanced OCR and MRZ recognition to automatically capture essential data. Smart image processing β€” including auto-crop, glare reduction, and enhancement β€” delivers clean, precise scans every time. Scans are organized into structured document cards with key fields such as name, number, date, and issuing authority, plus a searchable history with timestamps. You can edit extracted data, import images from your gallery, and instantly save, copy, or export results as text or PDF. The free version includes up to 10 scans per day, 5 saved documents, and one daily export with a watermark. Premium unlocks unlimited scans, unlimited document cards, full scan history, and watermark-free PDF exports. Subscriptions and in-app purchases: Weekly: $4.99 Monthly: $12.99 Yearly: $39.99 Lifetime access: $59.99 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mm1pP4iyC9rYv_-lEf0okAn8TvABtVCP8_MaaDyGTFE/edit?usp=sharing

About

ID Scanner

Features
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ID Scanner: Scan IDs Pro ID Scanner is the fastest way to verify IDs and check age at the door. Built for bars, nightclubs, liquor stores, and event venues. Scan any US driver's license in seconds using your iPhone camera. No hardware needed. INSTANT SCANNING Point your camera at any US driver's license or state ID barcode (PDF417). The app reads and parses it instantly, showing name, date of birth, age, expiration status, and more. AGE VERIFICATION Set your age threshold (default: 21) and get a clear PASS or FAIL the moment a scan completes. Expired IDs are flagged automatically. Color-coded feedback makes decisions fast and unambiguous. SCAN HISTORY Every scan is saved locally on your device. Review past IDs, add notes, filter by day, week, or month, and swipe to delete records you no longer need. USAGE STATISTICS See your busiest nights at a glance. Track total scans, pass/fail rates, expired documents, and average age across any time period. PRIVACY FIRST All data stays on your device. Nothing is uploaded to any server. No account required. PERFECT FOR: Bars and nightclubs Liquor stores and dispensaries Concert and event venues Security staff and bouncers Any age-restricted retail environment Supports all US driver's licenses and state ID cards in AAMVA format. A subscription is required to scan IDs. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bariscansertkaya.github.io/idscanner-privacy/

Screenshots

ID Scanner +.4 screens
ID Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ID Scanner at monthly against ID Scanner +.'s every 3 months. ID Scanner +.'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.6). 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. ID Scanner +. sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and ID Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ID Scanner +. ships an update every 3 months, ID Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
ID Scanner +. versus ID Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterID Scanner +.ID Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 β€” better18.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size119 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael FrazierBaris Can Sertkaya

In-app purchases

5 purchases

ID Scanner +.

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly-Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
3 purchases

ID Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$59.99

Questions

Is ID Scanner +. free?
ID Scanner +. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ID Scanner free?
ID Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ID Scanner +. or ID Scanner have ads?
Neither ID Scanner +. nor ID Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ID Scanner +. or ID Scanner?
ID Scanner +. ships an update every 3 months, and ID Scanner monthly. Most recently, ID Scanner +. was updated on September 17, 2026 and ID Scanner on September 20, 2026.

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