Comparison

SnapClean Pro vs PlateDetect

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

Head to head
About

SnapClean Pro

Features
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Every photo you share carries hidden data: your GPS location, camera model, timestamps, and device details. SnapClean removes it all in one tap. SnapClean is the only app that combines metadata stripping, photo compression, image resizing, and format conversion into a single, privacy-first tool. No subscriptions. No data collection. No network required. KEY FEATURES - Metadata Stripping: Remove GPS coordinates, device information, and all EXIF/IPTC/TIFF metadata. Choose GPS-only or strip everything. - Metadata Verification: Automatically verify that all sensitive data has been removed after processing. Ensures zero metadata leaks. - Batch Processing: Clean 100+ photos at once with real-time progress tracking. Cancel anytime. - Photo Compression: Reduce file sizes up to 70% with adjustable quality. Keep your photos looking great while saving storage. - Image Resize: Resize photos to maximum dimensions (1024, 2048, or 4096 pixels) for web sharing and email attachments. - Format Converter: Convert HEIC to JPEG or PNG instantly. Full support for all common image formats. Keep original format when you prefer. - Metadata Warnings: Instant scan shows which photos contain GPS data and device info before you share. - Save and Share: Save cleaned photos directly to your library or share them via the system share sheet. - Delete Originals: Optionally remove original photos after processing to free up space. - 100% Offline: All processing happens on your device. Your photos never leave your phone. PRIVACY FIRST SnapClean collects zero data. No analytics, no tracking, no cloud uploads. Everything runs locally using Apple's built-in frameworks. Your privacy is not a feature -- it is the foundation. WHY SNAPCLEAN? Other apps charge monthly subscriptions just to view metadata, or only do one thing. SnapClean gives you stripping, compression, resizing, and conversion for a single one-time purchase of $3.99. No recurring fees. No feature gates. No surprises. Perfect for: - Social media users who share photos publicly - Privacy-conscious individuals - Real estate agents sharing property photos - E-commerce sellers protecting personal data - Anyone who values their privacy One price. All features. Forever.

About

PlateDetect

This app reads license plates directly on your device using your camera or imported photos. It offers features for checking plate readability from a distance, managing scan history, and setting up custom alerts for specific plates.

Highlights
  • On-device license plate reading
  • Live camera scan
  • Photo import recognition
  • Readability checks
  • History management
  • Watchlist alerts
  • Plate format configuration
Features
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PlateDetect is an on-device license plate reading app built for controlled field scans, photo imports, readability checks, local review, and watchlist alerts. Start by adding the plate formats used in your area, such as AA ## or AAA ####. PlateDetect strictly follows the formats you add. If no format is configured, detection stays off. Use Live Scan to read plates with the camera, or import a photo for the same on-device recognition workflow. The app combines plate localization, Apple Vision OCR, configurable confidence thresholds, and duplicate-save timing so History stays focused on useful reads instead of every frame. Field Check is a separate mode for measuring whether a plate is readable from a selected distance. It reports readiness using OCR confidence, plate size, framing, and plate shape without saving the check as a scan. History keeps each saved detection organized with normalized plate text, raw OCR text, detection confidence, OCR confidence, matched format, capture time, source, notes, optional GPS region, and saved media. You can choose how much surrounding image context is kept around the plate crop. Watchlist alerts help identify plates you choose to monitor locally. Standard detections use a quieter confirmation tone, while watchlist matches use a distinct higher alert repeated three times. Plate Rules let you allow or restrict plate endings by day and time window, with a Monday-Sunday overview for quick schedule review. PlateDetect is local-first. Detection runs on device, History is stored locally, Face ID app lock can protect saved records, and backend sync is optional through your own HTTPS endpoint. PlateDetect is a field aid, not a legal identity system. Confirm important reads against official records and follow the rules for your role and location. Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SnapClean Pro3 screens
PlateDetect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PlateDetect at Free against SnapClean Pro's $4.00. PlateDetect also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

PlateDetect is free to download; SnapClean Pro costs $4.00 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapClean Pro ships an update every 3 months, PlateDetect every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SnapClean Pro versus PlateDetect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapClean ProPlateDetect
Price$4.00Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS1717.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB10 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developer贺 周Ona Pacholo Asis

In-app purchases

None

SnapClean Pro

No in-app purchases

None

PlateDetect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SnapClean Pro free?
SnapClean Pro costs $4.00, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlateDetect free?
PlateDetect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SnapClean Pro or PlateDetect have ads?
Neither SnapClean Pro nor PlateDetect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapClean Pro or PlateDetect?
SnapClean Pro ships an update every 3 months, and PlateDetect every 9 days. Most recently, SnapClean Pro was updated on September 24, 2026 and PlateDetect on September 22, 2026.

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