Comparison

Document Scanner vs PDF Editor

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

Head to head
About

Document Scanner

Features
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Transform any document into a professional PDF in seconds. Scan receipts, contracts, notes, whiteboards, and more with automatic edge detection and crystal-clear results. SMART SCANNING Capture multi-page documents in one session with intelligent edge detection and automatic perspective correction. Import from your photo library or files, and watch as your scans are instantly enhanced. PROFESSIONAL QUALITY Choose from Color, Grayscale, or Black & White modes. Fine-tune your scans with adjustable sharpening, contrast, and exposure controls. Export at up to 300 DPI for print-ready documents. STAY ORGANIZED Create custom folders to sort your documents. Add titles and tags for instant search. View recent scans at a glance with thumbnail previews. Everything syncs seamlessly across your devices with iCloud. POWERFUL FEATURES Multi-page scanning in one go Automatic noise reduction and enhancement Multiple page sizes (A4, Letter, Legal) Reorder, add, or delete pages before saving Share PDFs instantly via email or apps Secure iCloud backup and sync SIMPLE & FAST No complicated menus or settings. Point your camera, tap to scan, and you're done. Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who needs quick, reliable document scanning. Download now and digitize your paperwork effortlessly! You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. • Auto-renewable subscription • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase https://documentscannerdocuscan.wordpress.com/privacy-policy https://documentscannerdocuscan.wordpress.com/terms-of-service

About

PDF Editor

Easily create and manage PDF documents directly on your iPhone. Convert images to PDFs, merge multiple files, split documents, and organize pages with a simple, fast workflow. Reduce file sizes and add watermarks for secure sharing.

Highlights
  • Image to PDF conversion
  • Merge and split PDFs
  • Organize pages
  • Compress PDF size
  • Add watermarks
  • Webpage to PDF conversion
Features
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Make PDFs in seconds—right on your iPhone. PDF Tools helps you handle everyday PDF tasks with a clean, fast workflow and no unnecessary steps. ***Key Features*** - Image → PDF: Turn photos into a PDF (single or multi-page) - Merge PDFs: Combine multiple PDFs into one file - Split PDF: Extract pages or split into separate PDFs - Organize Pages: Reorder, rotate, and delete pages - Compress PDF: Reduce file size for sharing and storage - PDF → Images: Export PDF pages as images - Watermark PDF: Add text watermarks (center or tiled) - Web → PDF: Save a webpage as a PDF with a built-in mini browser ***Designed for speed*** - Simple tool-based workflow - Preview before exporting - Share or save to Files anytime ***Privacy*** Your documents stay on your device. (Web → PDF requires internet to load the webpage content.)

Screenshots

Document Scanner3 screens
PDF Editor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PDF Editor at none against Document Scanner's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Document Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. PDF Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Document Scanner versus PDF Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocument ScannerPDF Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.516.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRICKHIL PUNEET PRAKASHHa Do Thi Thu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Document Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (weekly)3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro (annual)$29.991 Year
None

PDF Editor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Document Scanner free?
Document Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor free?
PDF Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Document Scanner or PDF Editor have ads?
Neither Document Scanner nor PDF Editor shows ads.

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