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Scanned Maker vs CloudPDF

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Scanned Maker compared with CloudPDF
DetailScanned Maker logo Scanned MakerCloudPDF logo CloudPDF
What it doesFree browser-based PDF scanner that converts digital documents into realistic scanned files without uploads The backend for your PDFs: secure storage, multi-tenant access control, real-time collaboration, annotations, forms, redaction, e-signatures, and server-side processing.
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Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Managed SaaS: Standard plan $165/mo (billed $1,980 annually with up to 17% savings), includes 10,000 document views/month, 10,000 uploads/month, 10 GB storage. Growth plan $358/mo (billed $4,296 annually), includes 50,000 document views/month, 50,000 uploads/month, 50 GB storage. Both include 14-day
Key features
  • Support for 8+ file formats (PDF, DOCX, JPG, PNG, Excel, HTML, Markdown, TXT)
  • Customizable scan effects (rotation, brightness, contrast, blur, noise)
  • Real-time preview of changes
  • Local browser-based processing with WebAssembly
  • Works on all devices (desktop, tablet, smartphone)
  • Offline capability via Progressive Web App
  • Add texture, shadows, and imperfections for authentic scans
  • No signup or installation required
  • Batch processing with ScanBulk
  • Annotations and commenting
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Role-based access control
  • Signed URLs and domain restrictions
  • E-signatures
  • Document redaction
  • Audit logging
  • Forms and annotations
  • Developer API and SDKs for React, Vue, Svelte
What makes it different
  • Completely free with no hidden costs or premium features
  • Lightning-fast WebAssembly-powered processing in seconds
  • Works offline after initial page load
  • Full customization with real-time preview
  • Production ready in under 10 minutes with managed SaaS
  • Choose between managed SaaS or self-hosted deployment
  • PDF Association member with production-grade infrastructure
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)35 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)30
Citation Flow (Majestic)2511
Referring domains (Majestic)571

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