Comparison

Scanify vs File Type

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

Head to head
About

Scanify

Features
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Scanify is the fastest way to search for any word or phrase across all your files — documents, code, notes, PDFs, photos, and more — right from your iPhone or iPad. • POWERFUL SEARCH - Search across multiple folders at once - Highlight matched words in every result - Case-sensitive, whole-word, and multi-word search - OR mode — match any of your search terms - Filter results as you type - Sort by file name, line number, or match count - Group results by file with collapsible sections - Auto-search as you type (optional) - Search inside PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, RTF, HTML, and other text-based files - Full-text search in Arabic, Chinese, and many other languages • FILE SUPPORT - Supports .txt, .md, .swift, .py, .js, .json, .html, .css, .yaml, .sql and many more - Add custom file types - Search inside iCloud Drive folders - Drag and drop folders directly into the app - Full-text preview with match navigation (‹ ›) - File comparison (diff view) - Quick Look preview & share any file • SMART FEATURES - OCR — search inside scanned images and photos using on-device AI - Photo search — describe a photo in plain words and find it instantly - Photo search supports Arabic, Chinese, and many other languages - Background file indexing for instant results - Choose your photo indexing speed: Battery Saving, Balanced, or Fastest - Skip text scanning for unknown file types to speed up searches in folders with mixed file types - Scheduled search alerts — get notified when a keyword appears in your files - Save unlimited search presets with optional daily notifications - Bookmark any result line for later reference - Batch copy multiple results at once - Search history with one-tap reuse • REELS & PHOTO LIBRARY - Reels — browse your photos and videos in a TikTok/Instagram-style viewer - Quickly save, share, view information, or delete photos and videos directly from Reels - Save photos and videos to any photo album, create new albums, or copy items directly from Reels or full-screen photo preview - In-app Photo Favorites — keep a separate favorites list inside Scanify, independent from the Photos app - Access your saved Photo Favorites directly from the Favorites tab • DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE - Full Arabic and English interface - Dark mode, Light mode, and System mode - iPad sidebar layout with multi-window support • PRIVACY FIRST - No account or sign-in required — ever - No data is collected, stored, or shared - Everything runs 100% on your device — fully offline - No ads, no tracking, no subscriptions Unlock the full app — once, forever. No recurring charges. Restores across all your devices via your Apple ID. 3 free searches included so you can try before you buy. Searches only count when actual results are found — searches with no results don't use your free search allowance. Reels and Photo Favorites are included with Scanify Pro. Everything is processed entirely on your device — nothing is ever uploaded.

About

File Type

Features
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Confused by an unknown file extension? Wondering which app can open a specific file? File Type is the ultimate offline file extension dictionary and format reference app for identifying, understanding, and exploring thousands of file types instantly. Whether you're a developer, student, IT professional, content creator, or everyday user, File Type helps you quickly discover what a file is, which software created it, and how to open it. With a massive offline database and lightning-fast search, you can identify file formats anytime without needing an internet connection. KEY FEATURES • Massive File Extension Database Explore thousands of file extensions including documents, images, videos, audio, archives, system files, developer formats, and more. • 100% Offline Access No internet required. Search and browse file types anywhere, anytime. • Instant File Identification Quickly understand unknown file extensions and discover compatible software or apps. • Smart Categories Browse organized categories including PDF, ZIP, MP4, EXE, APK, PSD, HTML, JSON, DOCX, and many more. • A–Z File Directory Easily navigate the complete alphabetical directory of file formats and extensions. • Fast Search Experience Find file information instantly with a clean, optimized, and user-friendly interface. • Modern Design Enjoy a beautiful experience with Dark Mode support and distraction-free navigation. WHY DOWNLOAD FILE TYPE? • Identify unknown files instantly • Learn which apps open specific formats • Improve productivity and workflow • Perfect for students, developers, and professionals • Access information completely offline Stop guessing file formats and extensions. Download File Type today and carry the ultimate file extension encyclopedia in your pocket.

Screenshots

Scanify4 screens
File Type4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Scanify at none against File Type's shown. Scanify also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Scanify sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and File Type sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Scanify versus File Type: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanifyFile Type
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmed AlNaboudApurba Saha Bipo

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Scanify

One-time1
  • Scanify Words Finder Pro$2.99
7 purchases

File Type

One-time7
  • Espresso Tip$1.99
  • Americano Tip$2.99
  • Latte Tip$3.99
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  • Cappuccino Tip$4.99
  • Mocha Tip$5.99
  • Iced Coffee Tip$6.99
  • Iced Latte Tip$7.99

Questions

Is Scanify free?
Scanify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is File Type free?
File Type is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scanify or File Type have ads?
File Type shows ads; Scanify does not.

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