Simple QR Scan vs VimKey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simple QR Scan
This utility app quickly scans QR codes by simply pointing your device at them. It supports various formats like text, contacts, phone numbers, SMS, URLs, and emails, with more formats planned for future updates.
- QR code scanning
- Supports text, contact, phone, SMS, URL, email formats
- Future format support planned
- Simple and intuitive interface
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Simplest QR scanner in the world! Simply point at a QR code and let us do the rest. We currently support the following formats: - Plain text - Contact (vCard) - Phone - SMS - URL - Email Future update will include: - Contact (meCard) - Events (vCalendar) - Wifi - And many more!
VimKey
Enhance your mobile editing experience with Vim-style navigation and dedicated arrow keys. This app offers precise cursor control for developers and power users on iOS devices, bringing desktop-level efficiency to your fingertips.
- Vim-style HJKL navigation
- Dedicated directional arrow keys
- Dual layout switching
- Privacy-focused data handling
- Haptic feedback and click sounds
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【Master Your Cursor on iOS】 As a developer, I was frustrated with editing code and managing SSH sessions on my iPhone. The native "magnifying glass" cursor is slow, and my fingers often blocked the text I was trying to select. I built VimKey to scratch my own itch. It brings the precision of desktop editing to your mobile device. Key Features: * Vim-Style Navigation: Use the legendary HJKL (←↓↑→) keys to move the cursor. Keep your hands on the keyboard and fly through text. * Dedicated Arrow Keys: Includes a standard directional pad for precise control without blocking the screen. * Dual Layouts: Seamlessly switch between the navigation layout and a standard QWERTY keyboard (Unlock QWERTY for 30 minutes by watching a short ad, or unlock forever with a one-time purchase). * Privacy First: We respect your data. "Full Access" is requested ONLY to provide haptic feedback and click sounds. We strictly do NOT collect, store, or transmit your keystrokes. Important Note: * Due to browser limitations on iOS, special keys (Esc, Tab, Ctrl) and arrow keys do NOT work in browser-based WebSSH clients. For the best experience, please use a native Terminal app. Contact: I'm actively improving this app based on user feedback. Email: mozhenbear@zodic.dev
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple QR Scan at none against VimKey's 1. Simple QR Scan also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. VimKey sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simple QR Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.
Simple QR Scan ships an update every 5 days, VimKey every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simple QR Scan | VimKey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kei Sakaguchi | chuncheng su |
Customer experience
Simple QR Scan
VimKey
In-app purchases
Simple QR Scan
No in-app purchases
VimKey
- qwert Layout$2.99
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