sweet scan vs notes with folder pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- QR code reading
- Flashlight for dark environments
- Scan history management
- Open links/apps from history
- Share scanned data
- 3D Touch quick actions
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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 โ fast, clean, and beautifully simple. ใปFeatures >> 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.
notes with folder pro
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This app is no ads version. You can receive data of free version. Please make your own notebook and have fun.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: sweet scan at Free against notes with folder pro's $1.99. sweet scan also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months). notes with folder pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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sweet scan is free to download; notes with folder pro costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
sweet scan ships an update every 2 weeks, notes with folder pro every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | sweet scan | notes with folder pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free โ better | $1.99 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks โ better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | โ |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad โ better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TOSHIYUKI HIRATA | SOCIAL NOTE CO., LTD. |
In-app purchases
sweet scan
No in-app purchases
notes with folder pro
No in-app purchases
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