Comparison

MSRX PDF Compressor vs Scanify

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

Head to head
About

MSRX PDF Compressor

Features
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MSRX PDF Compressor makes PDFs smaller without turning your text into pictures. Most PDF compressors flatten every page to an image. The file shrinks, but you lose selectable text, search, links, and anything a screen reader can use. This one looks at each page first. Pages with real text keep it. Pages that are scans or photographs get re-encoded, which is where nearly all the saving in a scanned document lives anyway. TEXT STAYS TEXT A 135-page workbook came out 33% smaller with all 138,000 characters still selectable and searchable. A 224-page scanned textbook went from 100 MB to 9 MB. The difference is the document, not the setting — and the app tells you which one you have before you commit. FIT UNDER A LIMIT Tell it the limit your email or upload form imposes — 5, 10, 20 or 25 MB — and it works out the settings for you, testing real pages rather than guessing. If it cannot reach your limit, it says so and hands back the smallest file it managed. It will not pretend it succeeded. SEE WHERE THE MEGABYTES ARE Before you compress, the app breaks the file down: images, fonts, page content, overhead. Then it tells you plainly what to expect — "10 of 28 pages are scans. Those compress well; the rest keep their text." COMPARE BEFORE AND AFTER Put the original and the result side by side, page by page, and confirm for yourself that nothing was lost. ALSO IN THIS VERSION • Compress several PDFs at once, with per-file results • History, with a running total of everything you have saved • Greyscale conversion for scans and photographs • Compress from any app's share sheet, without opening this one • A Shortcuts action, for compressing as part of an automation • Full Dark Mode, Dynamic Type, and VoiceOver support HONEST ABOUT WHAT IT CANNOT DO Compression works on images. A document that is mostly text and embedded fonts has very little to give, and the app says so up front instead of letting you find out afterwards. Scanned documents are where you will see the dramatic numbers. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Everything happens on your iPhone or iPad. Your files are never uploaded, and the app has no analytics, no accounts, and no network access at all. FILE LIMITS Up to 500 MB and 2,000 pages per document. Free. No ads, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases.

About

Scanify

Transform your phone into a powerful scanner and PDF manager. Easily digitize documents, convert files between formats, and organize your paperwork on the go. Includes QR code scanning and generation.

Highlights
  • Scan documents with camera
  • Convert PDF to various formats
  • Convert other formats to PDF
  • Merge and split PDF files
  • Password protect PDFs
  • QR code scanner and generator
Features
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Scanify: PDF Document Scanner is a complete mobile scanning and PDF management app built for everyday document needs. Whether you are a student, professional, freelancer, or small business owner, Scanify helps you scan, save, edit, and share important papers - right from your phone. Turn your device into a portable scanner and replace bulky desktop equipment with a simple, fast, and reliable tool you can use anywhere. SCAN DOCUMENTS WITH EASE Use your camera to scan receipts, contracts, notes, forms, homework, business cards, and more. Import images from your gallery and convert them into clean, organized PDF files. Dedicated scanning modes for passports and ID cards help you capture personal documents with clarity and precision. Enhance your scans with image filters, rearrange pages, preview before saving, and add your signature when needed. Multi-page scanning makes it easy to digitize long documents in one file. POWERFUL PDF TOOLS Manage your PDFs without switching between multiple apps. Merge several PDF files into a single document, split large PDFs into separate pages, and protect sensitive files with password locking. Unlock password-protected PDFs when you need access, and print documents directly from your device. FILE CONVERSION MADE SIMPLE Convert documents in both directions to support your daily workflow: CONVERT FILES EASILY PDF to other formats: • PDF to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, TXT, Image Other formats to PDF: • Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, TXT, Image to PDF Whether you are preparing reports, sharing presentations, or archiving important paperwork, Scanify helps you work with the file format you need. QR CODE & BARCODE TOOLS Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly, generate custom QR codes, and keep track of your scan history. Save, share, and reuse codes whenever you need them. STAY ORGANIZED Keep all your scanned documents in one place. Save files to your library, mark favorites for quick access, and share PDFs or images in seconds. With a clean interface and dark mode support, Scanify is designed to be simple for first-time users and efficient for daily use. PERFECT FOR • Students scanning assignments, notes, and study material • Professionals managing contracts, invoices, and receipts • Remote workers handling paperwork on the go • Anyone who wants a paperless, organized digital workflow WHY CHOOSE SCANIFY? • All-in-one scanner and PDF toolkit • Fast scan-to-PDF workflow • Merge, split, lock, and unlock PDFs • Multiple file conversion options • QR and barcode scanner with generator • Passport and ID card scanning modes • Easy document organization and sharing • Works on phone and tablet Go paperless with Scanify - scan smarter, organize better, and manage every document from one app. Download Scanify: PDF Document Scanner today and experience a better way to handle your documents.

Screenshots

MSRX PDF Compressor4 screens
Scanify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MSRX PDF Compressor at none against Scanify's shown. Scanify's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
MSRX PDF Compressor versus Scanify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMSRX PDF CompressorScanify
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMrinal Singh RajaMILANKUMAR HIMMATBHAI KACHHADIYA

In-app purchases

None

MSRX PDF Compressor

No in-app purchases

None

Scanify

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MSRX PDF Compressor free?
MSRX PDF Compressor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanify free?
Scanify is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MSRX PDF Compressor or Scanify have ads?
Scanify shows ads; MSRX PDF Compressor does not.

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