Comparison

QR Code Reader vs Shared Family Calendar

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader

Scan QR codes and barcodes quickly with your iPhone camera. Access your scan history, scan from photos, and use a flashlight for dark environments. Share your scanned items easily.

Highlights
  • Automatic camera activation
  • Scan from photo library
  • Scan history access
  • Flashlight for low light
  • Barcode scanning support
  • Share scan history
Features
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QR Code Reader is a fast, free QR code scanner for iPhone. Simple and easy to use: open the app, point your camera at a code and it reads instantly, with no buttons to press and no photos to take. The scanned content is recognized automatically, so URLs and text are ready to open, copy or share in seconds. Barcode scanning is supported too. ■ Scan QR codes in seconds The camera starts as soon as you open the app. Aim it at a QR code and it is detected automatically, so you can scan the moment you need to. The app recognizes what the code contains: open the link, copy the text or share it, without typing web addresses by hand. ■ Scan QR codes from images Got a QR code in a screenshot or a photo? The app reads QR codes directly from images in your photo library. When a code appears on your own iPhone screen, you don't need a second device: take a screenshot and read it right away. It also works for QR code images sent by email or chat. ■ Scan history always at hand Every scan is saved to your history automatically, so you can reopen links, websites and text anytime. You can also share the whole history list at once: scan many QR codes or barcodes in a row, then send them all together. Your history is stored locally on your device. ■ Scan barcodes to look up products Point the camera at a product barcode and jump straight to a product search: compare prices and check details while shopping. ■ Main features - Automatic scanning — point the camera at a code and scanning starts on its own - QR code & barcode scanner — reads both QR codes and barcodes - Scan from image — detect codes in photos and screenshots - Scan history — reopen any past scan with one tap - Share in bulk — send your scan history list in one go - Flashlight — scan even in the dark or in low light - Copy, open or share — open results in Safari or Chrome, copy them or send them to friends - Private — scan history stays on your device - No account — no sign-up, no registration - Free — all features are free to use ■ One scanner for many codes - QR codes — open websites, read text, view details - Restaurant menus — scan the code on the table to see the menu - Coupons & promos — scan discount codes from your favorite brands - Food packages — open product pages from QR codes on the label - Posters, flyers & ads — jump to campaigns and event pages - Product barcodes — scan an item and jump to a product search to compare prices ■ Simple, fast and easy to use QR codes are everywhere these days: menus, ads, posters, packages and tickets. With a simple QR scanner on your iPhone, you can check any code the moment you see it. The design is clean, there are no complicated settings, and the app is made for everyday use. If you are new to the iPhone, or you simply want a scanner that just works, this app is for you. ■ Good to know This app is a scanner only: it does not create or generate QR codes. Your scan history is stored locally on your device, and no account is needed at any point. ■ Pricing All features are free to use. The app shows ads, and there are no subscriptions, no in-app purchases and no paid plans. ■ Download QR Code Reader today Scan, save and share QR codes and barcodes with one simple app. Download now and read your first code just seconds after opening the app!

About

Shared Family Calendar

This app helps families stay organized by sharing schedules, tasks, lists, and notes in one central location. It allows for easy event management, collaborative list creation, and memo sharing to keep everyone connected and informed.

Highlights
  • Shared family calendar
  • Task assignment and lists
  • Family memos and notes
  • Recipe organization
  • Trip expense tracking
  • Color-coded events
Features
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FamCal: Organize Your Home, Elevate Your Love. Manage all family chores and schedules in one place. FEATURES: FAMILY CALENDAR - Share events with the whole family; - Keep everyone synced with shared event updates; - Set local notifications or notify others via the cloud; - Switch between Month, Week, Agenda, and Text Month views; - Assign unique colors to each member to view or add events by person. SHARED LISTS & TASK DELEGATION - Share grocery lists, shopping lists, work schedules, and more; - Create task lists and to-dos, then notify a specific member or the whole family; - Add dates and times to tasks to remind family members; - Print, email your schedule, or export as ICS; - Set list visibility to public, private, or shared with select family members. SHARED FAMILY MEMOS & SPECIAL DAYS - Share notes and jot down every precious moment; - Attach photos to capture the moment in your memos; - Share and store important contact info; - Track Birthdays and Anniversaries; - Add comments and chat with family on each memo. SHARED FAMILY RECIPE BOX - Keep and share all your family recipes in one place; - Add ingredients to your shopping list with a single tap; - Plan your meals on the calendar with ease; - Add recipes manually or import them from a URL; - Keep your screen on while cooking with our "No-Dim" toggle. SHARED TRIP EXPENSES - Keep all your family trips in one place; - Track every expense throughout your trip; - Use detailed charts to analyze all your travel expenses; - Export all trip expenses as PDF or CSV files. STAY CONNECTED & IN SYNC Organize your calendar, projects, and notes anywhere, and access them on any device. The whole family shares one account; just log in with your own email address and the shared password. One space for your whole crew. FamCal isn’t just for families, it’s for any group that needs to stay in sync: For Home: Manage chores and meal plans; For School: Ace group projects and track deadlines; For Life: Log shared expenses and plan trips. Subscription Information: - Weekly and annual subscriptions are available; - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period; - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal; - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. The content of the screenshots, preview videos, and audio are provided by the following platforms: - Shutterstock: Used with permission from Shutterstock.com (where applicable); - Epidemic Sound: Touch by Otherguys / provided by Epidemic Sound; - Freepik: Designed by Freepik; - iStock: Standard license obtained from iStock. Terms of Use: http://www.appxy.com/termsofuse Privacy Policy: https://www.famcal.app/privacyPolicy If you have any problems or suggestions please send an email to famcal@support.beesoft.io, you’ll get a response as soon as possible.

Screenshots

QR Code Reader4 screens
Shared Family Calendar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Code Reader at none against Shared Family Calendar's 17. QR Code Reader also leads on ratings volume (162K vs 28K). Shared Family Calendar's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (97% vs 86%). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shared Family Calendar sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. QR Code Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shared Family Calendar holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader has 162K ratings behind it against 28K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of QR Code Reader's written reviews are positive against 97% of Shared Family Calendar's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 months, Shared Family Calendar every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QR Code Reader versus Shared Family Calendar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ReaderShared Family Calendar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (162K ratings)4.9 (28K ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.6% of reviews96.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings162K — better28K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB190 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKomorebi Inc.Beesoft Apps

Customer experience

QR Code Reader

All ratings162,293 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews915 reviews
Positive85.6%
Neutral2.3%
Negative12.1%

Shared Family Calendar

All ratings27,660 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews2,644 reviews
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.3%

User reviews

QR Code Reader

From 162K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Friendly and helpful staff
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient service
  • 💡 Convenient features
  • 🤖 Reliable and accurate scanning
  • 🌟 Excellent overall experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional scanning issues
  • 💰 Concerns about hidden costs
  • 📋 Unclear instructions or information

Shared Family Calendar

From 28K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Keeps family organized
  • 🚀 Convenient shared calendar
  • 💡 Useful shopping/to-do lists
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful for busy families

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional glitches or sync issues
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔍 Limited customization options
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with fully shared calendar

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Scanning not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to save and organize scanned data
  • Integration with other apps or services
  • More customization options

Shared Family Calendar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Calendar events not syncing properly across devices
  • Frequent app crashes or freezes
  • Shopping list items not updating in real-time

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to set recurring events with custom schedules
  • Option to hide/limit visibility of certain calendar events
  • Integration with other calendar/productivity apps
  • Improved notification settings and options
  • Ability to reorder items in shopping lists

In-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

17 purchases

Shared Family Calendar

Subscriptions13
  • FamCal Gold Subscription3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription Discount$3.991 Month
  • FamCal Gold Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
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  • FamCal Gold Subscription$3.997 Days
  • Make A Shared Calendar$4.991 Month
  • FamCal Gold Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • FamCal Gold 3-Month Sub$9.993 Months
  • Yearly Gold Special Offer$14.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription Discount3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Family & Shared Calendar3 Days trial$26.991 Year
  • FamCal Gold Subscription$26.991 Year
  • Family & Shared Calendar3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • FamCal Gold Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time4
  • Lifetime Gold$39.99
  • Lifetime Special Offer$59.99
  • Limited time supply$69.99
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  • Lifetime Gold$79.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shared Family Calendar free?
Shared Family Calendar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader or Shared Family Calendar?
Shared Family Calendar is rated higher. QR Code Reader averages 4.7 out of 5 from 162K ratings, while Shared Family Calendar averages 4.9 from 28K ratings.
Do QR Code Reader or Shared Family Calendar have ads?
Both QR Code Reader and Shared Family Calendar show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader or Shared Family Calendar?
QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 months, and Shared Family Calendar every 4 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader was updated on October 27, 2026 and Shared Family Calendar on October 27, 2026.

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