# Mobi PDF・Editor・Scanner・Reader

> Read, scan, edit & sign PDFs, OCR, convert PDF to Word, annotate & merge PDFs

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mobisystems.mobiscanner](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mobisystems.mobiscanner)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mobisystems.mobiscanner`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MobiSystems
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 21,354,734
- **Rating:** 4.44 / 5 (178,333 ratings)
- **Version:** 11.16.270809
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-10
- **First published:** 2013-08-16
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 129 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobisystems.mobiscanner)
- **Website:** [https://mobisystems.com/mobipdf](https://mobisystems.com/mobipdf)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mobisystems.com/privacy-policy](https://mobisystems.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

MobiPDF Editor & Scanner puts a full suite of mobile PDF tools at your fingertips. AI-powered scan delivers clear edge-detected captures, while OCR converts images and scans into editable text. You can view, annotate, edit, fill forms and sign documents directly on your phone, all in one app.

You can convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint or ePub, merge and organize pages, print wirelessly, protect files with passwords and certificates, and back up your scans to cloud storage (5GB free on MobiDrive; premium upgrades available). The app supports commenting, stamps, drawing tools, and cross‑device access with an optional Windows desktop version.

## Rankings

- #7,170 — Overall
- #91 — Productivity (Gross)
- #126 — Productivity (Free)
- #6 — screenshot to pdf

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_USER_DICTIONARY`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.email.permission.ACCESS_PROVIDER`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gmail.permission.READ_GMAIL`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.mobisystems.CustomReadWritePermission`
- `com.mobisystems.mobiscanner.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.mobisystems.office.licenses`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.sec.android.iap.permission.BILLING`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.permission.CAMERA_ADDON`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Users praise the app’s ease of use and general quality, with positive sentiment expressed. However, the majority of critiques center on pricing and billing: essential features are hidden behind a paid tier, the subscription model is disliked, and some users report unexpected charges and cancellation problems. Additional concerns include an outdated UI and intrusively placed ads, along with a free tier that offers limited editing options.

### Pros

- Easy to use / user-friendly interface.
- Generally high-quality feel (great app / excellent).
- Positive sentiment and willingness to recommend (i love it / the best, try it out too).
- Some reviews show enthusiasm and positive overall appraisal.

### Cons

- Pricing model locks essential features behind a paywall / not free as advertised.
- Billing issues: unexpected charges and difficulties canceling.
- Free tier lacks basic editing features (e.g., can't delete a page).
- Outdated UI / subpar app quality.
- Ads interrupt the workflow.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mobisystems.mobiscanner)