Comparison

Compass vs Scan Master

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

Head to head
About

Compass

Features
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • Scan documents to PDF
  • Scan IDs and cards
  • Import photos to PDF
  • Multi-page organization
  • Export and share PDFs
  • On-device processing
Features
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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.

Screenshots

Compass4 screens
Scan Master3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass ships an update weekly, Scan Master every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Compass versus Scan Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompassScan Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14 — better26
Further details — not scored
Size165 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeijing Yuyi Network Technology Co., Ltd礼杰 朱

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Compass

Subscriptions3
  • 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
None

Scan Master

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Compass free?
Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scan Master free?
Scan Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Compass or Scan Master have ads?
Neither Compass nor Scan Master shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Compass or Scan Master?
Compass ships an update weekly, and Scan Master every 5 days. Most recently, Compass was updated on October 30, 2026 and Scan Master on October 31, 2026.

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