# Database Scanner vs QR Code

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code at 4.5 against Database Scanner's 3.6. QR Code also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and ratings volume (13K vs 12). Database Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Database Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR Code sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code has 13K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Database Scanner's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Code's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Database Scanner | QR Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-scanner/id1049738014/reviews) | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-and-generator/id1602955453/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **32.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 204 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Ruslan Kucheriavyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780776110) |

## What reviewers say

### Database Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-scanner/id1049738014)

Scan barcodes, QR codes, and even text using OCR, then send the data directly to your online database. Configure server details easily and export your scans as a CSV file. Supports custom URL launching for seamless integration.

**Highlights:** Scan barcodes and QR codes, Scan numbers with OCR, Send scans to online database, Configure server details, Export scans as CSV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### QR Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-and-generator/id1602955453)

Scan any QR code or barcode instantly with your phone's camera. Generate custom QR codes for various purposes like opening URLs, accessing Wi-Fi, or sharing contact information. Personalize your generated codes with colors and social media icons.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Generate custom QR codes, Create Wi-Fi, Email, URL, Phone QRs, Customize QR code design, Scan from media library, Share and print QR codes

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Discount Premium access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly premium access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly premium access | $14.99 | per month |
| Year premium access | $29.99 | per year |
| Year premium access | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 💡 Useful QR code features
- 🤝 Helpful customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive premium version
- 📢 Intrusive ads and upsells
- 🔒 Lack of transparency around subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Login/registration issues
- QR code scanning not working as expected
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Unexpected charges and billing problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to cancel subscriptions easily
- More affordable pricing options
- Improved stability and reliability
- Better customer support channels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Database Scanner free?

Database Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Database Scanner or QR Code?

QR Code is rated higher. Database Scanner averages 3.6 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while QR Code averages 4.5 from 13K ratings.

### Do Database Scanner or QR Code have ads?

Neither Database Scanner nor QR Code shows ads.

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