# Document Reader vs Archive

The clearest difference is ads: Archive at none against Document Reader's shown. Archive also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Document Reader's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Document Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and Archive sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Archive holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Document Reader | Archive |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/document-reader-pdf-scanner/id6754533041/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/archive-document-scanner/id6757704202/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Berngeins Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1815484715) | [Remi Herbiet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493980634) |

## What reviewers say

### Document Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/document-reader-pdf-scanner/id6754533041)

Scan, convert, and edit documents into high-quality PDFs. This app offers features like ID scanning, math problem solving, and AR measurement. Securely share or store your digitized files, with offline functionality and premium ad-free options.

**Highlights:** Unlimited Scan to PDF, ID / Passport Scan, Math Camera solver, AR Measure tool, Image to PDF conversion, Offline and private scanning, Document editing and annotation

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PDF Scanner Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| PDF Scanner Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| PDF Scanner Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Archive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/archive-document-scanner/id6757704202)

This app quickly scans documents to PDF, ideal for receipts, contracts, and IDs. It prioritizes privacy with offline, on-device processing and Face ID protection, offering a clean interface for easy document management.

**Highlights:** Fast PDF scanning, Automatic edge detection, Multi-page capture, Offline and private processing, Face ID/Touch ID lock, High-quality PDF export, Simple document library

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Archive Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Document Reader free?

Document Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Archive free?

Archive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Document Reader or Archive?

Archive is rated higher. Document Reader averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Archive averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Document Reader or Archive have ads?

Document Reader shows ads; Archive does not.

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