Best Image Text Recognition Apps & Games

222+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3ā˜…, the image text recognition category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 222+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Image Text Recognition

AI Scanner : Image to Text#1

AI Scanner : Image to Text by Appzys Technologies Private Limited

OCR Text Scanner,Doc Scanner
Editor's Choice
šŸ“Š Productivity
4.6😐(9.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • šŸš€ Fast and accurate OCR
  • šŸ‘ Easy to use
  • šŸ’” Helpful for various use cases
  • šŸš€ Saves time and effort

Room to Improve

  • šŸ” Limited free scans per day
  • šŸ’ø Expensive subscription
  • šŸ” Ads even with paid subscription
Text Scanner OCR Image to Text#2

Text Scanner OCR Image to Text by Pretty Boa Media Ltd

Scan Picture & Photo to Text
Strong Contender
šŸŽ® Games
4.0(22 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily convert images and PDFs into editable text. This tool uses advanced OCR technology to recognize characters, including handwriting, and allows you to copy the extracted text instantly. It supports English language and offers high-speed recognition.

Convert Image To Text Tool#3

Convert Image To Text Tool by 齐 陈

Optical Character Recognition
Worth Considering
šŸ”§ Utilities
3.3😐(227 ratings)
Free
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This application utilizes optical character recognition to convert images into editable text. It can extract words from photos and scanned documents, offering features like automatic border detection and perspective correction. Users can then edit, copy, and share the recognized text.

What We Love

  • āœ… Accurately converts images to text when conditions are optimal
  • šŸš€ Fast and efficient OCR processing
  • šŸ’° Free app with no hidden charges or subscriptions
  • šŸ“‹ Allows copying and sharing extracted text easily

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Produces gibberish or garbled text frequently
  • āŒ Requires perfect lighting and image clarity to work
  • šŸ”¤ Poor accuracy with numbers, symbols, and special characters

More Image Text Recognition apps to explore

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Image Text OCR Photo Scanner
Image Text OCR Photo Scanner
Image Text OCR Photo Scanner
Get OCR text from image photo
Free

Extract text from images using optical character recognition. Detects phone numbers, addresses, and websites. Offers advanced features like table parsing and custom cropping. All processing is done on-device for 100% privacy.

On-device OCR processingDetects phone numbers, addresses, sites, emailsParses tabular data into CSV
šŸ”§ Utilities
(133)
free with in-app purchases
5
Arabic Image Text Recognition
Arabic Image Text Recognition
Arabic Image Text Recognition
التعرف على النص Ų§Ł„Ų¹Ų±ŲØŁŠ
$0.99

Extract Arabic text from images and documents with high accuracy. Convert images to searchable PDFs and edit detected text. Optimize recognition with filters and a user-friendly interface.

Recognize Arabic text from imagesConvert images to searchable PDFEdit detected text
šŸ’¼ Business
(8)
paid
6
OCR Image to Text Converter
OCR Image to Text Converter
OCR Image to Text Converter
Document Scanner, Scan to PDF
Free
šŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
7
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
šŸ“Š Productivity
(4.8K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Image to Text - Scan & Convert
Image to Text - Scan & Convert
Image to Text - Scan & Convert
Handwriting to Text Converter
Free

Effortlessly extract text from images, including handwritten notes, with this fast and accurate scanner. Convert scanned documents into editable text, saving you time from manual typing. Securely store your scanned documents on your device.

Extract text from imagesConvert handwriting to textFast and accurate scanning
šŸ”§ Utilities
(60)
free with in-app purchases
9
Google
Google
Google
Search with AI, Images & Text
Free

This app provides a comprehensive search experience, integrating AI for quick answers and personalized content. It allows you to search using images, voice, or text, and offers features like song identification and real-time translation.

AI Overviews for quick answersImage search with LensHum to Search for song identification
šŸ”§ Utilities
(4.7M)
free with in-app purchases
10
Easy Image Text Extract
Easy Image Text Extract
Easy Image Text Extract
Grab text fast today
Free
šŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
11
Text Scanner & Image to Text
Text Scanner & Image to Text
Text Scanner & Image to Text
OCR picture photo scan extract
Free

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.

Extract text from imagesImport from photo library or cameraOrganize scans into folders
šŸ“Š Productivity
(227)
free with in-app purchases
12
Text Scanner AI - OCR Scan
Text Scanner AI - OCR Scan
Text Scanner AI - OCR Scan
Extract text from images by AI
Free

Transform your phone into a powerful text scanner. Extract text from images, photos, and pictures quickly and accurately using advanced AI-powered OCR technology. Supports auto-detection and scanning of over 100 languages.

Scan text from imagesExtract text from photosAI-powered OCR
šŸ”§ Utilities
(582)
free with in-app purchases
13
Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber
Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber
Scan & Translate+ Text Grabber
Camera Scanner & Translator
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
šŸ“Š Productivity
(20K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Viewly AI - Image recognition
Viewly AI - Image recognition
Viewly AI - Image recognition
OCR态translation态image to text
Free
šŸ“Š Productivity
(0)
15
Text Extractor: Image to Text
Text Extractor: Image to Text
Text Extractor: Image to Text
Extract text from image
Free

This tool uses OCR technology to extract text from images and scanned documents. It can convert images to editable Word or Excel files, recognize handwriting, and supports batch processing and multiple languages. Files can be managed, stored, and shared across devices.

Text recognition from imagesImage to Word/Excel conversionHandwriting recognition
šŸ“Š Productivity
(29)
freemium
16
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
šŸ”§ Utilities
(278)
free with in-app purchases
17
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
šŸ”§ Utilities
(9)
free with in-app purchases
18
Text Capture: Image to Text
Text Capture: Image to Text
Text Capture: Image to Text
Extract text from photos
Free

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.

Real-time text capture from cameraOffline functionalityEdit captured text
šŸ“Š Productivity
(2.7K)
free with in-app purchases
19
OCR Image AI - Photo to Text
OCR Image AI - Photo to Text
OCR Image AI - Photo to Text
OCR Text Recogniser
Free

Digitize physical documents and extract text with this powerful scanning app. It offers advanced features like real-time text detection, smart organization, and full-text search for efficient document management. Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone needing to convert printed material into editable text.

Advanced document scanningLive text detectionAutomatic document organization
šŸ“Š Productivity
(17)
free with in-app purchases
20
Handwriting To Text Recognizer
Handwriting To Text Recognizer
Handwriting To Text Recognizer
Best Handwritten Notes Reader
Free

Effortlessly convert handwritten notes and documents into editable digital text. This app uses advanced OCR technology to recognize text from images, supporting multiple languages. Convert your physical notes to digital format with a single click.

Handwritten note recognitionOptical Character Recognition (OCR)Multiple language support
šŸ“š Education
(3.6K)
freemium