Best Scan Text Editor Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating

19 free apps

Updated September 2026

Out of 247+ scan text editor apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Scan Text Editor Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Lightweight Text Editor	$2.99	4.3★ (58)	No	No	Sep 2026
2	Document Scanner & PDF Editor.	Free	4.5★ (19)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
3	Text Editor - TXT File Viewer	Free	—	No	Yes	Sep 2026
4	ScanReader:OCR Text Scanner	Free	3.7★ (3)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
5	Text Editor.	Free	4.4★ (4.3K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
6	Scan Now - PDF Scanner App	Free	4.1★ (253)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
7	OCR Text Scan : Photo to Text	Free	—	Yes	Yes	May 2026
8	iScanner: Doc & PDF Scanner	Free	—	Yes	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Scan Text Editor

#1

Lightweight Text Editor by Erik Wegener

Editor's Choice

📊 Productivity

4.3(58 ratings)

$2.99

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This app allows users to work with plain text files without formatting concerns. It can open any text file, create folders for organization, and adjust encoding and line endings.

#2

Document Scanner & PDF Editor. by Sergiy Kurash

Scan, Edit PDF & OCR Text

Strong Contender

📊 Productivity

4.5(19 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Transform your device into a powerful document scanner, PDF editor, and converter. Easily scan, edit text directly in PDFs, and convert various file types. Features OCR, translation, and AI assistance for efficient document management.

#3

Text Editor - TXT File Viewer by Shota Sukhiashvili

Write, edit & view text files

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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More Scan Text Editor apps to explore

ScanReader:OCR Text Scanner

ScanReader:OCR Text Scanner

ScanReader:OCR Text Scanner

Scan Document,Edit Image&PDF

This utility app allows you to scan documents and images, extract and edit text using OCR, sign PDFs, and convert files to various formats. It offers a private and offline experience, eliminating the need for multiple applications.

Scan documents and imagesOCR text extraction and editingAnnotate and sign PDFs

free with in-app purchases

A must have text editor

A versatile text editor for managing files on your device and in the cloud. Supports various text formats, rich text editing, and custom fonts. Offers cloud integration and sharing capabilities.

Browse and edit cloud filesSupports TXT, RTF, HTML, CSS, JSRich text editing

🛠️ Developer Tools

Scan Now - PDF Scanner App

Scan Now - PDF Scanner App

Scan Now - PDF Scanner App

Photo PDF & Document converter

This app functions as a mobile scanner and document manager. It allows users to scan documents into PDF or image formats, extract text using OCR, and edit them. Scans can be shared via email or uploaded to cloud storage.

Automatic document scanning and border detectionConvert scanned documents to text (OCR)Edit and share scans as PDF or images

📊 Productivity

OCR Text Scan : Photo to Text

OCR Text Scan : Photo to Text

OCR Text Scan : Photo to Text

Scan Photos to Editable Text

📊 Productivity

iScanner: Doc & PDF Scanner

iScanner: Doc & PDF Scanner

iScanner: Doc & PDF Scanner

Document Scanner PDF Converter

📊 Productivity

Word Scanner: Image To Text

Word Scanner: Image To Text

Word Scanner: Image To Text

Scan Documents, OCR, Print PDF

Transform your mobile device into a powerful scanner to capture documents, books, and more. Easily convert images to editable text with OCR, organize your scans, and share them in various formats. Get high-quality digital copies with a single tap.

Scan documents and booksConvert scans to editable text (OCR)Create PDF, JPEG, and TXT files

PDF Manager: Scan, Sign & Edit

PDF Manager: Scan, Sign & Edit

PDF Manager: Scan, Sign & Edit

Documents and Photo Scanning

Transform your iPhone into a powerful document scanner and PDF editor. Easily scan, sign, convert, compress, and protect your documents. Recognize text from scans and export in various formats for everyday work, study, or personal use.

Document scanningPDF signingText recognition (OCR)

free with in-app purchases

Physical Paper Scanner/Editor

📊 Productivity

Scan360: PDF Scanner & Sign

Scan360: PDF Scanner & Sign

Scan360: PDF Scanner & Sign

Document and Text Scan & Edit

Transform your device into a powerful mobile scanner. Automatically detect text (OCR) and save documents in various formats like PDF and JPEG. Ideal for students and small businesses needing to digitize receipts, contracts, notes, and more.

Automatic text detection (OCR)Save as PDF, JPEG, Word, TXTFast document scanning

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

QuickScan:PDF OCR Text Scanner

QuickScan:PDF OCR Text Scanner

QuickScan:PDF OCR Text Scanner

Scan,Doc,Sign,Edit,Privacy

This app offers a powerful yet simple way to scan documents using your device's camera or import existing files. It features advanced OCR for text recognition, allows digital signatures, and automates export processes. All data is processed locally for enhanced privacy.

Scan documents with automatic detectionImport PDFs and imagesOCR for text recognition and searchability

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

Get text from Image, Scan

Live Text Scanner - PDF Writer

Live Text Scanner - PDF Writer

Live Text Scanner - PDF Writer

Scan Anything & Fonts Editor.

This app transforms your phone into a portable scanner and PDF editor. Easily scan documents, extract and edit text with over 150 fonts, add signatures, and organize everything into unlimited folders. It works offline for secure, private document management.

Scan documents to PDFEdit text and change fontsExtract text from scans

free with in-app purchases

Scanner - Edit PDF & documents

Scanner - Edit PDF & documents

Scanner - Edit PDF & documents

Reader to Convert, Scan & Sign

Easily scan, convert, and sign documents from your device. Organize your business and personal files with features like auto-detection, flash, and folder management. Edit, e-sign, and share your scanned documents quickly and efficiently.

Scan documents with auto-detectionConvert to PDF instantlyE-sign and paraph files

Lens - PDF Scanner and Editor

Lens - PDF Scanner and Editor

Lens - PDF Scanner and Editor

Scan to PDF & Edit

Effortlessly scan, edit, and organize your documents into high-quality PDFs. Convert physical papers into searchable digital files, add annotations, and manage your documents with ease. Perfect for receipts, forms, and important contracts.

Scan documents to PDFAutomatic edge detectionOCR text recognition

📊 Productivity

ScanPro: PDF Scanner & Editor

ScanPro: PDF Scanner & Editor

ScanPro: PDF Scanner & Editor

Scan Documents, eSign & OCR

Transform your phone into a powerful document scanner. Capture, enhance, and edit documents with AI-powered tools. Save and share scans in multiple formats, perfect for professionals and students needing quick digitization.

Instant document scanningAI-powered enhancementProfessional editing tools

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

Cam Scanner App: PDF Doc Edit

Cam Scanner App: PDF Doc Edit

Cam Scanner App: PDF Doc Edit

Document Convert, Scan & Sign

Digitize, organize, and manage your documents with this powerful scanning tool. Convert images to PDF, edit files, and extract text using OCR. Sign documents electronically and print directly from your device.

Convert images to PDFEdit and annotate PDFsOCR for text extraction

free with in-app purchases

Document PDF Scanner.

Document PDF Scanner.

Document PDF Scanner.

Scan to PDF, OCR & Sign Docs

Transform your device into a powerful scanner to capture, edit, and manage documents. Extract text with OCR, add e-signatures, and securely export files as PDFs or JPEGs. Ideal for business, students, and everyday use to go paperless.

Smart HD scanning with edge detectionText recognition (OCR) for editable formatsE-signature functionality

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Scan Text Editor

What are the best scan text editor apps for iPhone?

Lightweight Text Editor tops our scan text editor apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 58 App Store ratings, and it's priced at $2.99.

Are there free scan text editor apps for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top scan text editor apps we rank are free to download, including Document Scanner & PDF Editor. and Text Editor - TXT File Viewer.

Does Lightweight Text Editor have ads or in-app purchases?

Lightweight Text Editor has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many scan text editor apps are on the App Store?

We track 247+ scan text editor apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What devices is Lightweight Text Editor available on?

Lightweight Text Editor is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, offering cross-platform compatibility for users.

How often is Lightweight Text Editor updated?

The app was last updated on June 9, 2024, indicating active development and potential for future improvements.