Comparison

ScanLens 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

ScanLens

This app functions as a mobile document scanner and PDF editor. It allows users to scan physical documents, convert images into PDFs, add digital signatures and stamps, and perform various PDF editing tasks. Features include OCR for text extraction, file compression, and secure password protection.

Highlights
  • Document scanning with edge detection
  • Convert photos to PDF
  • Digital signatures and custom stamps
  • PDF annotation and editing tools
  • Text recognition (OCR)
  • PDF compression and password protection
  • QR code scanning
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ScanLens is a document scanner and PDF editor for iPhone and iPad. Scan documents, convert photos to PDF, add signatures and compress files before sharing. • Document scanner. Scan contracts, receipts, invoices, passports, driver's licenses and business cards. ScanLens automatically detects page edges and corrects perspective. • Photos to PDF. Import photos and combine them into one PDF, or add pages to an existing document. • Sign PDFs. Draw your signature on the screen with your finger, save it and reuse it in other documents. Import an existing signature from a photo or scan it from paper. • Custom stamps. Import a personal or company stamp from a photo, or scan it from paper. Save it and reuse it in other documents. • Annotate PDFs. Highlight text, draw freehand and add arrows, lines, circles or rectangles. Choose colors and line widths. • PDF tools. Merge and split PDFs, reorder pages and add text. • Compress PDFs. Reduce file size by adjusting export quality before sharing. • Text recognition (OCR). Extract text from scans, then copy or edit it. Create searchable PDFs. • Clean up scans. Use Magic Eraser to remove small stains and shadows, or a finger or paper clip at the edge of a page. • QR scanner. Scan QR codes in a dedicated camera mode. Export documents as PDF, JPG, PNG or TXT. Password-protect PDFs and back up documents to iCloud. Scanning and importing documents are free and unlimited. The free version gives you access to the first three pages of each document and adds ScanLens branding to exported files. Premium includes signatures and stamps, PDF merging and splitting, advanced editing, Magic Eraser, searchable PDFs and exports without ScanLens branding. It also includes backups to Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive, smart folders and scan workflows. Privacy Policy: https://scanlens.io/privacy Terms of Use: https://scanlens.io/terms EULA: https://scanlens.io/eula

About

PDF Editor

Transform your device into a mobile office for efficient PDF management. Extract text from images, edit documents, convert images to PDF, and organize files with ease. This all-in-one utility offers a user-friendly interface for students and professionals.

Highlights
  • Smart OCR and text recognition
  • Professional PDF editing tools
  • Image to PDF conversion
  • Batch image conversion
  • Page management
  • Easy file import and sharing
Features
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Transform your iPhone into a powerful mobile office with PDF Editor - Convert File. Whether you are a student, a business professional, or just organizing personal documents, our app provides you need to manage PDFs efficiently. KEY FEATURES Smart OCR & Text Recognition • Extract Text: Instantly recognize and extract text from images or scanned documents. • Digitize Docs: Convert paper notes, book pages, or receipts into editable digital text files. • High Accuracy: Powered by advanced scanning technology to ensure precise recognition. Professional PDF Editor • Page Management: Easily add, delete, or rearrange pages to organize your document exactly how you want it. • Annotate & Mark Up: Highlight key information, add text notes to improve readability. • Personalize: Make your documents stand out with custom editing tools. Image to PDF Converter • Batch Conversion: Import multiple images at once and merge them into a single, high-quality PDF file. • Clean Layout: Automatically align and format images for a polished look. Perfect for creating portfolios, photo albums, or ID copies. Easy File Management • Quick Import: Seamlessly import PDFs from your system files or other apps. • Open & Read: A smooth, fast viewing experience for all your PDF documents. • Share Anywhere: Export and share your finished documents via email or social media with just a tap. Why Choose PDF Editor? • User-Friendly Interface: Designed for simplicity and speed. • Privacy Focused: We respect your data; files are processed securely. • All-in-One Utility: No need to switch between a scanner app, an editor app, and a converter app. Contact Us Have questions or suggestions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: contactus@wellresion.com Subscription Information: We offer a subscription service to provide users with an ad-free version. • Upon confirmation of subscription, the fee will be charged to your iTunes account at the time of purchase confirmation. • Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, otherwise you will be charged for the next subscription period. • You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in Settings after purchase. • Cancellation of the current subscription is not allowed during the subscription period. Links: Privacy Policy: https://pdfeditorconvertfile.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://pdfeditorconvertfile.com/terms.html Subscription Terms: https://pdfeditorconvertfile.com/subscription_terms.html

Screenshots

ScanLens4 screens
PDF Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScanLens at 5.0 against PDF Editor's 3.7. ScanLens also leads on ads (none vs shown). PDF Editor's advantage is ratings volume (66 vs 2) and monetization model (ad-supported vs freemium). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. ScanLens sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and PDF Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanLens holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Editor has 66 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ScanLens versus PDF Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanLensPDF Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better3.7 (66 ratings)
Positive reviews—25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings266 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.416.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBitForge Pte. Ltd.Wellresion Limited

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ScanLens

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly14 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$59.99
2 purchases

PDF Editor

Subscriptions2
  • PDF Editor Ad-Free$5.997 Days
  • PDF Editor Ad-Free$29.991 Year

Questions

Is ScanLens free?
ScanLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor free?
PDF Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScanLens or PDF Editor?
ScanLens is rated higher. ScanLens averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PDF Editor averages 3.7 from 66 ratings.
Do ScanLens or PDF Editor have ads?
PDF Editor shows ads; ScanLens does not.
Which is updated more often, ScanLens or PDF Editor?
ScanLens ships an update every 3 weeks, and PDF Editor every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScanLens was updated on October 21, 2026 and PDF Editor on October 25, 2026.

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