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Updated July 2026 · real, multi-region App Store reviews
Head-to-head

Scanner vs Scanner App

Scanner 4.7★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner Scanner
Scanner App 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60

Choose Scanner for better overall user satisfaction and functionality.

Full reviews: Scanner · Scanner App

Scanner has a higher lifetime rating and a larger user base, indicating greater overall satisfaction. While both apps have issues with ads and subscription models, Scanner's users report better usability and functionality.

Head to head

features edge: ScannerR2R5R20R61
Scanner Users appreciate Scanner for its ease of use and functionality, with many noting it allows for straightforward scanning and document management R2R5R20.
Scanner App Users of Scanner App often criticize the limitations of the free version and the necessity of a subscription for basic functions, which detracts from its usability R61R70.
ease of use edge: ScannerR8R28R56R71
Scanner Many reviews highlight Scanner as user-friendly and intuitive, making it easy to scan and send documents R8R28R56.
Scanner App While Scanner App is also described as easy to use, many users report frustration with the subscription model and ad interruptions R71.
reliability edge: ScannerR11R30R94R67
Scanner Scanner users report consistent functionality, with the app performing well for scanning needs R11R30R94.
Scanner App Scanner App users express frustration over technical issues and the app's insistence on subscriptions, which can hinder reliability R67.
price/value edge: ScannerR14R38R54R70
Scanner Scanner offers a free version with some limitations, but many users feel it provides good value for the features available R14R38R54.
Scanner App Scanner App's subscription model is viewed negatively, with users feeling that the costs are excessive compared to the value provided R70.
support tieR4R31R47R87
Scanner Scanner users have reported issues with customer support, particularly regarding subscription cancellations R4R31R47.
Scanner App Scanner App users also report poor customer support experiences, especially when trying to cancel subscriptions R87.
Pick Scanner if

you want a reliable and user-friendly scanning app with better overall reviews.

Pick Scanner App if

you are looking for an app that may have unique features but are willing to navigate through a more complex subscription model.

Evidence note: Scanner has a larger user base and higher ratings, but both apps face criticism for their subscription models and ad experiences.

Frequently asked

Is Scanner really free to use?
Scanner offers a free version with limitations, such as ads and a page limit, while the premium version costs $9.99 per week R12R16.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R2] Scanner 5/5 · US Clear and easy scan: This little handy dandy scanner on my phone sure makes my life a lot easier it scans really simply and attach all documents together as a group making it easier to forward to myself and save on my computer when I don’t have my Scanner handy to be honest it’s even better than my Scanner because I don’t have to get up and go and literally do it at my desk
  2. [R5] Scanner 5/5 · US Scanner - Scan PDF: This App is very user friendly.
  3. [R20] Scanner 5/5 · US I love this App!!: This app is awesome. It allows me to scan my documents without needing a computer or printer and send them to anyone. I love it!!
  4. [R61] Scanner App 1/5 · US Scam: They want you to sign up for a $12 a week subscription to scan into a pdf. Absolute rip off
  5. [R8] Scanner 5/5 · US COO: Simple straightforward
  6. [R28] Scanner 5/5 · US Fast and easy!: Great way to scan documents with your phone to a PDF and send it via e-mail! Easy to use!
  7. [R56] Scanner 5/5 · US Easy to use: Exactly what I was looking for to scan docs and send as PDF’s
  8. [R71] Scanner App 5/5 · US Easiest to use out of all scanner apps: I downloaded 4 with free trial weeks all of them i struggled except this one it was very easy to use by far the best on easy to use
  9. [R11] Scanner 5/5 · US The scanner actually works: Typically, I hate downloading anything that has to do with iPhones because it’s always an extra surcharge, but I will say that I was able to use the app do my conversion with no problem and it doesn’t look like a picture. It looks scanned and professional so I actually decided to leave a comment cause it actually work.
  10. [R30] Scanner 5/5 · US PDF scanner app: I down loaded this app original for few bucks and I tried it is very easy to use after you purchase this app click on the app it opens the app. Hold the camera on top of document touch plus sign (+) hold it study it will scan your document then press save on top right side of your phone. Select to share email it to yourself or to other at same time . Plus it is saved in the scanne
  11. [R94] Scanner App 5/5 · US Scanner App Review: I love the scanner app! I need it to submit documents for nursing school assignments and it does an amazing job and keeps everything neat and in order! It is also very easy to use!
  12. [R67] Scanner App 1/5 · US Scummy junk app: Doesnt tell you you need to subscribe before moving pdfs off of your phone
  13. [R14] Scanner 5/5 · US 10/10 and it’s free: An amazing app it’s much better than the adobe app I used before
  14. [R38] Scanner 5/5 · US Amazing App: It’s free and easy to use
  15. [R54] Scanner 5/5 · US Actually good scanner: Went through probably 5-6 different ones and this one feels very comfortable. Been using it for years, today i thought i should leave a review. A lot of ads, but it’s free and it’s good and they have to make money. So i’ll take that! Keep it up
  16. [R70] Scanner App 1/5 · US Greedy: 12$ a week? Are you crazy? Free apps exist that do the exact same thing. Don’t get scammed.
  17. [R4] Scanner 1/5 · US Hidden charges: I paid for 9.99 a month but somehow I ended up paying around 50 dollars a month and I don’t even use this app! They were taking money from me for soo long and I didn’t know it
  18. [R31] Scanner 1/5 · US Scammer: They continue to charge you after you cancel your subcription. I notice it 3 months after I ended the subscription. It shows on your statement as PADDLENET LUNI. Bewear, scamming company. I have to call my cc to dispute the charges! How is this app allowed on APPLE store?
  19. [R47] Scanner 1/5 · US Not good: Used to be okay? I paid for a subscription and they don't keep it current. I have reached out twice for help and no response. Too many adds and don't pay because it only works for a week then puts you back like you didn't pay
  20. [R87] Scanner App 1/5 · US Not happy: Tried several times to cancel during the 7 day free trial Never heard from customer support Got charged anyway Am still trying to cancel
  21. [R12] Scanner 3/5 · US Nothing is free: $9.99 per week
  22. [R16] Scanner 1/5 · US More like Scammer app: I had been using this scanner app happily for a couple of years now. I’m a college student and I need to be able to scan handwritten work to submit as a pdf. Three months ago, I would have rated this app 5/5 stars, but the last few updates have made the free version of this app nearly unusable. The app no longer allows me to take a wider picture and crop out what I want. Th

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store