Comparison

ScanMate vs CalcKit

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

Head to head
About

ScanMate

Transform your device into a versatile scanning tool. Effortlessly count objects with AI, measure dimensions using augmented reality, and scan URLs or barcodes for quick information retrieval. Get accurate results for real-world tasks in seconds.

Highlights
  • AI-powered object counting with smart markers
  • AR ruler for length and area measurement
  • URL scanner from images
  • Product barcode scanner
  • Scan history for saved scans
Features
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ScanMate: Count, Measure, Code turns your phone into a smart scanning tool. Count objects with AI-powered photo markers, measure length and area using AR, and scan URLs—all in one fast and easy app. Built for real-world tasks, ScanMate: Count, Measure, Code helps you get accurate results in seconds. Key Features Scan & Count with Smart Markers: Take a photo and let AI count objects and mark each position clearly AR Ruler & Area Measurement: Measure length and surface area in real time using AR technology URL Scanner: Scan URLs instantly from images or printed materials Product Barcode Scanner: Scan barcodes to view product details instantly Scan History: Save and review your scans anytime Privacy Policy:https://ap06.com/aicount/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://ap06.com/aicount/terms.html

About

CalcKit

This app offers over 50 practical tools to solve everyday problems, from measuring distances with AR to scanning documents and performing complex calculations. It includes features for navigation, unit conversion, and even a scrolling text display.

Highlights
  • AR Distance Meter
  • Document Scanning & OCR
  • All-Purpose Calculator
  • Unit Converter
  • Floating Scrolling Text
  • Decision Maker
Features
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Have you ever had these awkward moments? You want to measure a table but can’t find a tape measure? You need to scan a document urgently but don’t have a scanner nearby? You see a foreign-language menu and have no idea how to read it? **CalcKit: Tip, Convert & Utils** puts more than 50 practical tools in your pocket. Whether for daily life, work, study, or outdoor travel, one phone is all it takes to solve all your troubles instantly. ### Core Features #### Smart Measurement & Location - **AR Distance Meter**: Uses augmented reality technology to accurately measure the length, height and area of objects, more convenient than a traditional tape measure. - **Level Meter**: A must-have for hanging pictures and installing furniture, with 0.1° high-precision calibration for a more refined life. - **Compass & Latitude-Longitude**: Identifies directions for outdoor adventures and locates your current position in real time. #### Document Scanning & OCR - **Text Extraction**: Recognizes text in images by taking a photo, supports Chinese, English and many other languages for easy copying. - **Network Speed Test**: Checks upload and download speeds to see if someone is stealing your network. #### Professional Calculation & Conversion - **All-Purpose Calculator**: Includes mortgage calculation, personal income tax calculation and salary calculation to meet various scenario needs. - **Unit Converter**: Covers exchange rates, length, area, weight, volume and more than 20 unit types, with fast conversion and clear results. #### Daily Life Assistant - **Floating Scrolling Text**: Turns your phone into a cool LED scrolling screen for airport pickups, fan support and events. - **Decision Maker**: Solves your indecision and takes the stress out of choosing. - **Image Conversion**: Converts photos to any format without restrictions. -Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. -Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. -Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Privacy Policy: https://aelaus.com/toolie/privacy.html Terms of User: https://aelaus.com/toolie/terms.html

Screenshots

ScanMate4 screens
CalcKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

ScanMate and CalcKit both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of CalcKit's written reviews are positive against 33% of ScanMate's. CalcKit also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (101 vs 11). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. ScanMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days and CalcKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for ScanMate against 4.6 for CalcKit. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CalcKit has 101 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of ScanMate's written reviews are positive against 100% of CalcKit's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanMate ships an update every 5 weeks, CalcKit every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ScanMate versus CalcKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanMateCalcKit
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (11 ratings)4.6 (101 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11101 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB124 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developer培锐 苏麟浩 冯

Customer experience

ScanMate

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

CalcKit

All ratings101 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScanMate

Subscriptions2
  • Free 3-day trial3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • Month Plan$39.991 Month
3 purchases

CalcKit

Subscriptions3
  • WeekMember For Three Days Free3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • WeekMember$19.997 Days
  • MonthMember$39.991 Month

Questions

Is ScanMate free?
ScanMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CalcKit free?
CalcKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScanMate or CalcKit?
ScanMate and CalcKit are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 101 ratings respectively.
Do ScanMate or CalcKit have ads?
ScanMate shows ads; CalcKit does not.
Which is updated more often, ScanMate or CalcKit?
ScanMate ships an update every 5 weeks, and CalcKit every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScanMate was updated on October 5, 2026 and CalcKit on October 2, 2026.

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