Comparison

PDF Converter vs PDF Scanner

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

Head to head
About

PDF Converter

Effortlessly convert documents, images, and scanned photos to and from PDF format. This app supports batch processing, preserves original quality, and offers an intuitive workflow for quick file management and sharing.

Highlights
  • Rapid file to PDF conversion
  • PDF to common file format export
  • Batch processing for multiple files
  • Preserves original document quality
  • Easy import from Photos and Files
  • Save, share, and send via email/cloud
Features
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FileFlip converts any files and photos to and from PDF in just a moment. Quickly transform documents, images, and scanned photos into high-quality PDFs, or export PDFs back into common file types for editing and sharing. Designed for speed and simplicity, FileFlip handles single or batch conversions and makes it easy to save and distribute your files across apps and cloud services. Core Capabilities: 1. Rapid conversion: Turn documents and images into PDFs — and convert PDFs back to common formats — in seconds. 2. Batch processing: Convert multiple files and photos at once to save time. 3. Quality preservation: Keep original resolution and layout for dependable, professional output. 4. Easy import and export: Import from Photos and Files, then save, share, or send converted documents via email or cloud services. 5. Intuitive workflow: Simple, streamlined interface for quick selection, preview, and conversion. Subscription plans: 1. Weekly subscription 2. Annual subscription Privacy Statement: https://fileflipapp.click/privacy Terms of Service: https://fileflipapp.click/terms

About

PDF Scanner

Transform your phone into a powerful document scanner. Quickly capture receipts, notes, and contracts, saving them as high-quality PDFs. Ideal for work, school, and daily organization.

Highlights
  • Scan documents with camera
  • Auto-crop and edge detection
  • High-quality PDF creation
  • Edit and manage pages
  • Share files via email/cloud
  • Convert photos to PDFs
Features
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Turn your phone into a powerful document scanner with our app. Quickly scan receipts, notes, contracts, and more, then save them as high-quality PDFs in seconds. Perfect for work, school, and everyday use. Main Features: • Scan documents using your camera • Auto-crop and smart edge detection • High-quality PDF creation • Edit, reorder, and manage pages • Share files via email or cloud services • Convert photos into professional PDFs Why You’ll Love It: • Scan anytime, anywhere • Keep your documents organized digitally • Fast and accurate scanning • Simple, clean, and user-friendly design Subscription Details: • Weekly access: $4.99/week with a 3-day free trial • Yearly access: $19.99/year Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your iTunes Account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-cSFSo3SmVaUniQC3ij9RrHM0UZoOjqUrBqcJtdLsro/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmOr8mJRHueU_zAz0409ZKTHpbzOLjIgr7QbzvwyI0g/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

PDF Converter4 screens
PDF Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PDF Scanner at 4.8 against PDF Converter's 4.0. PDF Scanner also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 4). PDF Converter's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, 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. PDF Converter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and PDF Scanner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PDF Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 17 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
PDF Converter versus PDF Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF ConverterPDF Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.8 (17 ratings) — better
Number of ratings417 — better
Update frequency—Every 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoep EmondtAnastasiya Kalinchuk

Customer experience

PDF Converter

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

PDF Scanner

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PDF Converter

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Annual Premium$19.991 Year
8 purchases

PDF Scanner

Subscriptions8
  • Smart PDF Scanner$4.997 Days
  • Smart PDF Scanner3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Smart PDF Scanner$9.991 Year
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  • Smart PDF Scanner$14.993 Months
  • Smart PDF Scanner$19.991 Year
  • Smart PDF Scanner3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Smart PDF Scanner$29.991 Year
  • Smart PDF Scanner3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is PDF Converter free?
PDF Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Scanner free?
PDF Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PDF Converter or PDF Scanner?
PDF Scanner is rated higher. PDF Converter averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while PDF Scanner averages 4.8 from 17 ratings.
Do PDF Converter or PDF Scanner have ads?
Neither PDF Converter nor PDF Scanner shows ads.

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