# QuickTools vs PaperNest

The clearest difference is ads: QuickTools at none against PaperNest's shown. QuickTools also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and ratings volume (117 vs 2). PaperNest's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuickTools sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and PaperNest sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PaperNest holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickTools has 117 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

QuickTools ships an update every 11 days, PaperNest weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuickTools | PaperNest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quicktools-edit-and-sign-pdf/id6756928129/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papernest-document-organizer/id6759369502/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **117** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 101 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pinki .](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863734565) | [MERASUS TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864752781) |

## What reviewers say

### QuickTools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quicktools-edit-and-sign-pdf/id6756928129)

This app is a comprehensive utility for managing and converting various media and file types. It allows users to convert images, videos, audio, and PDFs, as well as compress files, extract content, and create archives. Additional tools include an internet speed test and QR code generator.

**Highlights:** Convert images to JPG, PNG, WEBP, BMP, Compress and resize photos, Convert videos to GIF and MP4, Convert audio to MP3, M4A, WAV, FLAC, Convert images and documents to PDF, Unzip and create archives, Internet speed test, QR code generator

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quick Tool Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Quick Tool Montly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Quick Tool Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


### PaperNest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papernest-document-organizer/id6759369502)

Transform your phone into a digital filing cabinet for all your important documents. Easily scan, import, and organize bills, warranties, IDs, and more with smart categorization and powerful search.

**Highlights:** Digital filing cabinet, Document scanning and import, Smart categorization, AI-powered search, Cloud sync, Document conversion

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Merasus Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Merasus Premium Yearly Offer | $29.99 | per year |
| Merasus Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuickTools free?

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

### Is PaperNest free?

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

### Which has better reviews, QuickTools or PaperNest?

PaperNest is rated higher. QuickTools averages 4.8 out of 5 from 117 ratings, while PaperNest averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do QuickTools or PaperNest have ads?

PaperNest shows ads; QuickTools does not.

### Which is updated more often, QuickTools or PaperNest?

QuickTools ships an update every 11 days, and PaperNest weekly. Most recently, QuickTools was updated on October 30, 2026 and PaperNest on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*