Compass vs Scan Master
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Compass
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"Compass-GPS Cam" is the ultimate professional tool for outdoor exploration, travel navigation, and geographic exploration. It combines the classic compass function with high-precision GPS positioning technology to provide you with crucial environmental data in real-time. Core functional highlights: Accurate Compass: A simple and easy-to-use magnetic compass that clearly indicates direction, helping you easily identify direction. Real time latitude and longitude positioning: One click to obtain your current precise latitude and longitude coordinates, and accurately locate your position on the map. Altitude and altitude measurement: Real time monitoring and display of your altitude and air pressure information, making it a powerful assistant for mountaineering, hiking, and running. Data recording: Easily save your movement trajectory. Terms of Use: https://p.kdocs.cn/s/CKE26KRDADQHM Privacy Policy: https://p.kdocs.cn/s/RNV26KRDADQHM
Scan Master
This app allows you to quickly scan documents, IDs, and exam papers directly on your device, converting them into clean PDF files. You can also import photos to create PDFs and easily export or share your scanned documents. It's designed for speed, simplicity, and privacy.
- Scan documents to PDF
- Scan IDs and cards
- Import photos to PDF
- Multi-page organization
- Export and share PDFs
- On-device processing
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Scan Master is a simple on-device scanner and PDF tool for documents, IDs, exam papers, and photo-to-PDF workflows. Use it to quickly: Scan documents and create clean PDFs Scan IDs, passports, bank cards, and other cards Scan exam papers, homework, and handouts for saving or printing Import photos from your library and convert them into PDFs Export and share PDF files easily Key features: Free to use No ads No subscription No sign-in required On-device processing by default Supports camera capture and photo library import Supports multi-page organization and export Great for: Students saving exam papers and homework Office users scanning contracts, forms, and receipts Anyone who needs a fast and lightweight PDF scanner If you want a scanner app that stays simple, private, and focused, Scan Master helps you capture, organize, and export documents faster.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scan Master at none against Compass's 3. Compass's advantage is iOS requirement (14 vs 26). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Compass sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.00 per 7 days. Scan Master asks for nothing beyond the download.
Compass ships an update weekly, Scan Master every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Compass | Scan Master |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14 — better | 26 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 165 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Beijing Yuyi Network Technology Co., Ltd | 礼杰 朱 |
In-app purchases
Compass
- Weekly Subscription (Auto-Renew)3 Days trial$7.007 Days
- Monthly Subscription (Auto-Renew)3 Days trial$13.001 Month
- Annual Subscription (Auto-Renew)3 Days trial$30.001 Year
Scan Master
No in-app purchases







