Best Capture Text Apps

230+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Finding the right capture text apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 230+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Capture Text Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Text Capture: Image to TextText Capture: Image to TextFree4.5★ (2.7K)NoYesJul 2026
2Text Scanner & Image to TextText Scanner & Image to TextFree4.5★ (227)NoYesJul 2026
3Text Scanner - Photo To TextText Scanner - Photo To TextFree5.0★ (3)YesNoJun 2026
4Сканер: переводчик с фото, PDFСканер: переводчик с фото, PDFFree4.3★ (20K)YesYesJul 2026
5AI Scanner : Image to TextAI Scanner : Image to TextFree4.6★ (9.2K)YesYesJul 2026
6DraftsDraftsFree4.8★ (11K)NoYesJul 2026
7Image to Text Scanner OCR ScanImage to Text Scanner OCR ScanFree4.4★ (137)YesYesJun 2026
8Copy Text On ScreenCopy Text On ScreenFree4.6★ (4.8K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Capture Text

Text Capture: Image to Text#1
4.5😞(2.7K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Easily extract text from your camera in real-time. This app allows you to edit, copy, share, or listen to captured text. It functions entirely offline, ensuring your data remains private.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Accurate text recognition
  • 💡 Useful for various use cases
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Paywall blocks core functionality
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🐛 Formatting issues with captured text
Text Scanner & Image to Text#2

Text Scanner & Image to Text by Boldizsar Tompe

OCR picture photo scan extract
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.5(227 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Effortlessly extract text from photos and images using advanced AI-powered OCR technology. Save time by copying text directly from pictures, organizing your scans, and even translating or having text read aloud. Ideal for quickly digitizing information without manual typing.

Text Scanner - Photo To Text#3

Text Scanner - Photo To Text by Sahil Verma

Text Capture,Text Detector
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
5.0(3 ratings)
FreeAds
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This application recognizes characters from images with high accuracy, allowing you to extract text from photos or live camera feeds. You can then easily edit, copy, and share the recognized text.

More Capture Text apps to explore

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Сканер: переводчик с фото, PDF
Сканер: переводчик с фото, PDF
Сканер: переводчик с фото, PDF
Снимай и переводи на русский
Free

Instantly digitize and translate printed text from documents, signs, and menus using your camera. Supports over 90 languages for translation and recognizes text in over 70. Edit, listen to, and share your translated content.

Camera text scanningText recognition for 70+ languagesTranslation to 90+ languages
📊 Productivity
(20K)
free with in-app purchases
5
AI Scanner : Image to Text
AI Scanner : Image to Text
AI Scanner : Image to Text
OCR Text Scanner, PDF Scanner
Free

This app uses AI to accurately extract text from images, PDFs, and screenshots in over 90 languages. It can also translate extracted text, scan physical documents into PDFs, and even allows you to chat with AI about your scanned content. Save, edit, and share your extracted text in various formats.

Extract text from images and PDFsScan documents to PDFTranslate extracted text
📊 Productivity
(9.2K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Drafts
Drafts
Drafts
Where text starts
Free

Quickly capture text and send it to other apps with this versatile writing tool. It functions as a notebook, editor, and automation tool, allowing for seamless integration with various services and AI LLMs. Organize, customize, and process your text efficiently across all your Apple devices.

Quick text captureSend text to other appsWriting automation tool
📊 Productivity
(11K)
freemium
7
Image to Text Scanner OCR Scan
Image to Text Scanner OCR Scan
Image to Text Scanner OCR Scan
Handwriting text, Pen to Print
Free

Convert handwritten notes and text into editable digital text using advanced OCR technology. Easily scan, recognize, and edit your handwriting, then export it in various formats for convenience.

Handwriting to text conversionAdvanced OCR technologyHandwriting recognition
🔧 Utilities
(137)
free with in-app purchases
8
Copy Text On Screen
Copy Text On Screen
Copy Text On Screen
Extract Text, Copy & Translate
Free

Easily extract text from screenshots and images with advanced OCR technology. Copy, translate, or read aloud any text, even from social media apps. Supports over 100 languages for translation and 92 for recognition.

Extract text from screenshotsExtract text from imagesOCR text recognition
📊 Productivity
(4.8K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Text Capture: Images to Text
Text Capture: Images to Text
Text Capture: Images to Text
#1 Document Scanner
Free

Effortlessly extract text from images and documents using your device's camera or gallery. The app automatically saves your recognition history, allowing for easy searching and editing of extracted text. Share your findings via email or other apps.

Extract text from picturesConvert camera images to textConvert gallery images to text
📊 Productivity
(4)
free with in-app purchases
10
Text Extractor OCR
Text Extractor OCR
Text Extractor OCR
Capture Detect Extract
Free

This app uses optical character recognition to extract text from images and documents, including handwritten content. It offers high accuracy and supports multiple languages, with features like sharing and cropping extracted text.

Extract text from images and PDFsSupports handwritten textHigh accuracy (99%)
📊 Productivity
(4)
ad-supported
11
SeeHear - Text Capture
SeeHear - Text Capture
SeeHear - Text Capture
Text-to-Speech Conversion
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
12
Prizmo Go › Scan Text + OCR
Prizmo Go › Scan Text + OCR
Prizmo Go › Scan Text + OCR
Image to text, OCR, translate.
Free

Capture text from images instantly using your device's camera. Recognize, select, and interact with printed text, including website links, phone numbers, and addresses. Offers text-to-speech and translation features, with enhanced accessibility for visually impaired users.

Camera-based text captureReal-time text highlightingOn-device OCR
🔧 Utilities
(278)
free with in-app purchases
13
Text Grabber: Image to text
Text Grabber: Image to text
Text Grabber: Image to text
Go Paperless!
Free

Instantly convert paper documents to digital text using advanced OCR technology. Scan, edit, and export documents with high accuracy in multiple languages. Organize and share your files seamlessly.

Smart document scanningHigh accuracy OCR engineMultiple language support
🔧 Utilities
(54)
free with in-app purchases
14
Text Shot
Text Shot
Text Shot
Capture Text Shots as Images
$2.99

Easily transform text snippets into visually appealing, shareable images. Customize with titles, sources, themes, fonts, and sizes. Automate creation with Shortcuts integration.

Create shareable text imagesAdd title, source, and authorCustomize theme, font, and size
🔧 Utilities
(3)
paid
15
Text on photos
Text on photos
Text on photos
Background Thumbnail Designer
Free

Easily add text and artistic fonts to your photos and videos in real-time. Enhance your images with a variety of filters and share your creations instantly. Express yourself with custom captions and quotes.

Add real-time text to cameraArtistic font selectionSuperb real-time filters
🎨 Graphics & Design
(31K)
subscription
16
Image to Text : Text Scanner
Image to Text : Text Scanner
Image to Text : Text Scanner
Handwriting to Text Converter
Free

This app uses OCR technology to extract text from images, photos, and PDF files. It can recognize both printed and handwritten text, supporting over 100 languages. Users can edit, share, and translate the extracted text, with options to scan multiple images and manage history.

Extract text from images, photos, and screenshotsConvert handwritten notes to editable textExtract text from PDF files
🔧 Utilities
(36)
free with in-app purchases
17
LiveScan: Grab Text in Images
LiveScan: Grab Text in Images
LiveScan: Grab Text in Images
OCR from Camera and Photos
Free

Extract text from images and your camera instantly. Translate, look up definitions, visit links, and more. Supports multiple languages and integrates with popular services.

Extract text from camera and photosTranslate text using Google TranslateLook up definitions and product information
🔧 Utilities
(13)
free with in-app purchases
18
Handwriting to text: OCR Scan
Handwriting to text: OCR Scan
Handwriting to text: OCR Scan
OCR text scanner & AI Summary
Free

Convert handwritten notes and images into editable text quickly. This app digitizes, organizes, and summarizes your content, saving you time. It's ideal for students, professionals, and anyone needing to manage paperless information.

Convert handwriting to textBulk image scanningAI-powered summary
📊 Productivity
(1)
free with in-app purchases
19
Image To Text AI
Image To Text AI
Image To Text AI
OCR Scanner & Extractor
Free

Instantly convert images into editable text using advanced AI-powered OCR technology. Effortlessly scan documents, signs, and screenshots to translate, copy, or digitize information with remarkable accuracy. This intuitive tool is designed for users on the go who need to work with text from visual sources.

AI-powered OCR text recognitionReal-time text translation from imagesScan documents, signs, and screenshots
🔧 Utilities
(9)
free with in-app purchases
20
Copy Text from Screen
Copy Text from Screen
Copy Text from Screen
Get Text from Screen
Free

Extract text from images with support for over 25 languages. This utility works best with clear, well-formatted English text in portrait mode images and offers batch scanning capabilities.

Extract text from imagesSupports 25+ languagesBatch image scanning
🔧 Utilities
(40)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Capture Text

What are the best capture text apps for iPhone?
Text Capture: Image to Text tops our capture text apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 2.7K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top capture text apps we rank are free to download, including Text Capture: Image to Text and Text Scanner & Image to Text.
Text Capture: Image to Text has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 230+ capture text apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Text Capture allows you to extract text directly from your device's camera in real-time. You can then edit, copy, share, or have the text read aloud. It also offers translation capabilities for supported languages.
The app works 100% offline, meaning your scanned data never leaves your device. This ensures the privacy and security of the content you capture.