Comparison

sweet scan vs QR Code Reader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

sweet scan

A charming QR code reader with a cute interface, designed for everyday use. It allows you to scan codes, access a history of scanned items, and utilize quick actions on compatible devices. The built-in light ensures usability in low-light conditions.

Highlights
  • QR code reading
  • Flashlight for dark environments
  • Scan history management
  • Open links/apps from history
  • Share scanned data
  • 3D Touch quick actions
Features
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QR code won't scan? Text you need to copy? A QR code you want to create? sweetscan handles all three — fast, clean, and beautifully simple. ・Features >> QR Code Reader Scan QR codes in real time using the camera. The light can also be turned on, so it can be used even in dark places. >> OCR Text Recognition Point your camera at printed text to recognize and extract it. Copy or share the recognized text easily. >> QR Code Generator Generate a QR code from any text and share it instantly. >> History Displays information about QR codes you've read so far. You can open browsers or apps depending on the content you've read. You can also share via email.

About

QR Code Reader

Easily scan QR codes directly from your camera or photo library. Save, share, and open links instantly. This app automatically manages your scan history for quick access.

Highlights
  • Scan from camera
  • Scan from camera roll
  • Share scan results
  • Save scan history
  • Open links directly
  • Manage scan history
Features
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The Most User-Friendly Free QR Code Reader! A powerful iOS app designed for seamless QR code scanning and management. Key Features: - Direct QR code scanning from the camera: Simply open the app and point the camera at the QR code to read it instantly. - Scan QR codes from the camera roll: You can select and scan QR codes from your photo library, making it easy to retrieve information from screenshots or saved pictures. - Share and save scan results: Instantly share the scanned information or save it to the clipboard for later use. - Open links immediately: If the scan result is a website link, you can open the browser directly within the app. - Automatic saving and management of scan history: Scan results are automatically saved as history, allowing you to easily reference them at any time. Unwanted history can also be deleted at any time. Simplifies QR code scanning and management more than ever before. Use it as your partner to make your life more convenient. QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.

Screenshots

sweet scan4 screens
QR Code Reader1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader at none against sweet scan's shown. QR Code Reader also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

sweet scan ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Code Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
sweet scan versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametersweet scanQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTOSHIYUKI HIRATAAyahito Nakamura

Customer experience

sweet scan

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

QR Code Reader

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

sweet scan

No in-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is sweet scan free?
sweet scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do sweet scan or QR Code Reader have ads?
sweet scan shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, sweet scan or QR Code Reader?
sweet scan ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Code Reader every 4 days. Most recently, sweet scan was updated on September 29, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 8, 2026.

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