# Simple Scan vs QR Code Toolbox+

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Scan at none against QR Code Toolbox+'s 5. Simple Scan also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 39%) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 17.0). QR Code Toolbox+'s advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 4). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Toolbox+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Simple Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Simple Scan against 4.6 for QR Code Toolbox+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Toolbox+ has 1.5K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Simple Scan's written reviews are positive against 39% of QR Code Toolbox+'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Scan | QR Code Toolbox+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-scan-qr-code-reader-and-barcode-scanner-app-free/id1039787373/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-toolbox-plus/id6743928441/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 38.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jian Yih Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/993496554) | [Studio 1J, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639917300) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-scan-qr-code-reader-and-barcode-scanner-app-free/id1039787373)

This utility app quickly reads QR codes and barcodes, offering features like automatic link opening, bulk scanning, and sound/vibration feedback. It also allows scanning from photos and saves your scan history for easy access.

**Highlights:** QR code and barcode scanning, Automatic link opening, Bulk scan mode, Scan from photos/albums, Scan history, Vibrate/beep on scan

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### QR Code Toolbox+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-toolbox-plus/id6743928441)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes with this all-in-one utility. Create dynamic codes that can be updated anytime, perfect for businesses. Features include fast camera scanning, batch processing, and exportable scan history.

**Highlights:** QR code and barcode scanning, Dynamic QR code generation, Hosted mini websites for QR codes, Batch scanning, Scan history, Export scan data (CSV, TXT)

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access | $17.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $99.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great wash
- ⭐ Healthy choices and spices
- ⭐ Great customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Charges for basic functionality
- 🚫 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🚫 Scam app

**Reported bugs**

- App help section not working
- Nickname already taken issue

**Requested features**

- Add free version or lower-cost subscription option
- Improve app cancellation process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Scan free?

Simple Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is QR Code Toolbox+ free?

QR Code Toolbox+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Scan or QR Code Toolbox+?

QR Code Toolbox+ is rated higher. Simple Scan averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while QR Code Toolbox+ averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Simple Scan or QR Code Toolbox+ have ads?

Neither Simple Scan nor QR Code Toolbox+ shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*