# ScanMate vs GeoScope

The clearest difference is rating: GeoScope at 4.2 against ScanMate's 3.5. GeoScope also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). ScanMate's advantage is chart position (#195 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScanMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. GeoScope asks for nothing beyond the download.

GeoScope holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GeoScope has 3.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 20% of ScanMate's written reviews are positive against 14% of GeoScope's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ScanMate ships an update every 6 weeks, GeoScope every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScanMate | GeoScope |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanmate-count-measure-code/id6757629507/reviews) | **[4.2 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoscope-gps-map-camera/id6775737387/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **20.0% of reviews** | 14.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#195** | — |
| Size | 108 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [培锐 苏](https://appshunter.io/developer/1746983253) | [JOYLINK NETWORK TECH LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891970562) |

## What reviewers say

### ScanMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanmate-count-measure-code/id6757629507)

**Currently charting:** #195 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free 3-day trial | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Month Plan | $39.99 | per month |


### GeoScope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoscope-gps-map-camera/id6775737387)

Explore the world with live views, interactive maps, and GPS camera features. Discover places, capture moments with location data, and navigate using a 3D Earth view and real-time traffic information.

**Highlights:** Explore public live views, Browse street views, Capture photos with GPS location, Navigate with 3D Earth view, Discover landmarks, Check real-time traffic

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScanMate free?

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

### Is GeoScope free?

GeoScope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ScanMate or GeoScope?

GeoScope is rated higher. ScanMate averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while GeoScope averages 4.2 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do ScanMate or GeoScope have ads?

Both ScanMate and GeoScope show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ScanMate or GeoScope?

ScanMate ships an update every 6 weeks, and GeoScope every 5 days. Most recently, ScanMate was updated on September 17, 2026 and GeoScope on September 25, 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.*