# PDF Converter vs CaptainScanner

The clearest difference is monetization model: CaptainScanner at free with in-app purchases against PDF Converter's subscription. CaptainScanner also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). PDF Converter's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (6K vs 41). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Converter sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and CaptainScanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CaptainScanner holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Converter has 6K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of PDF Converter's written reviews are positive against 100% of CaptainScanner's.

PDF Converter ships an update fortnightly, CaptainScanner every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Converter | CaptainScanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-converter-pdf-editor/id684119875/reviews) | **[4.9 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captainscanner-pdf-scanner/id6448680565/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 67.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 385 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Techgear Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/524933495) | [Tech Plus Beyond Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624620203) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Converter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-converter-pdf-editor/id684119875)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for managing, editing, and converting PDF files. It allows users to merge, split, compress, and annotate documents, as well as fill forms and add digital signatures. Convert various file types to PDF and vice versa with ease.

**Highlights:** Merge, split, compress, rotate, unlock, watermark PDFs, Edit PDFs with text, shapes, comments, highlights, Annotate documents with drawing, text boxes, sticky notes, Convert JPG, Word, PPT, Excel, HTML to PDF, Convert PDF to JPG, Word, PPT, Excel, Fill PDF forms and add digital signatures, Password protection and encryption

**Features:** Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PDF Converter Pro with Editor | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Image to PDF Converter - PDF PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| PDF Converter, Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| PDF Converter Documents To PDF | $29.99 | per year |
| PDF Converter Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| PDF Converter - Convert to PDF Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlock-Clipboard-text-editing | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fonts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock-UnLimted Web To PDF | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dropbox,Box,Drive,SkyDrive and Evernote | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| PDF Annotation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlockall | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Easy to use
- 📤 Convenient file sharing
- 🔒 Secure document handling
- 💡 Helpful features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔐 Paywall for full functionality
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🔍 Confusing navigation
- 📤 Issues with file exports

**Reported bugs**

- Conversion quality issues
- Orientation problems with PDFs
- Unreliable file saving
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Improved file management options
- Seamless integration with cloud storage
- Enhanced PDF editing capabilities
- Customizable user interface
- Better customer support


### CaptainScanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captainscanner-pdf-scanner/id6448680565)

Easily transform paper documents, receipts, and notes into digital PDFs. Organize, edit, sign, and share your files seamlessly. Protect your sensitive documents with password protection and access them across devices with cloud storage.

**Highlights:** Scan documents from camera or import files, Add text, annotations, and signatures, Rearrange and merge PDF pages, Convert PDFs to JPG or PNG, Password protection for PDFs, Cloud storage integration, Dark mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium \| Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $89.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Converter free?

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

### Is CaptainScanner free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PDF Converter or CaptainScanner?

CaptainScanner is rated higher. PDF Converter averages 4.4 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while CaptainScanner averages 4.9 from 41 ratings.

### Do PDF Converter or CaptainScanner have ads?

Neither PDF Converter nor CaptainScanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Converter or CaptainScanner?

PDF Converter ships an update fortnightly, and CaptainScanner every 4 months. Most recently, PDF Converter was updated on October 22, 2026 and CaptainScanner on October 19, 2026.

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