Comparison

Bar vs SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing

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

Head to head

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SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing

Fast, Simple, File sharing

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About

Bar

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. Open links, save your scan history, and share results quickly. This utility works offline and features a simple, user-friendly design for quick access to information.

Highlights

Fast QR and barcode scanning
Scan QR codes from photos
Save scan history
Share and open links
Offline scanning capability
Lightweight and easy to use

Features

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Bar-code Scanner – Quick QR and Barcode Reader Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly with your iPhone’s camera! Open links, save scans, and share results in seconds. Features: * Fast QR and Barcode Scanning – Quick scans for websites, coupons, and more * Scan from Photos – Decode QR codes from your gallery * Save Scan History – Keep track of past scans * Share and Open Links – Easily share results or open web pages * Works Offline – No internet needed for scanning * Lightweight and Easy to Use – Simple, no-fuss design Perfect for: Opening URLs, checking promo codes, sharing contact info, and more! Get Bar-code Scanner – Scan QR codes in a flash

About

SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing

Features

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SpeedyShare is the fastest way to send files for free. Just upload your files and share the QR code with anyone fast. We’ve removed all the friction from sharing: No Sign-Ups – Start sending instantly Cross-Platform – Works on every device No Installs – Everything runs in your browser Secure by Design – Only people with your code can access the files, and they’re deleted after 30 minutes No Compression – Your photos stay full quality

Screenshots

Bar4 screens

SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing at none against Bar's shown. SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 20 months). Bar's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). 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

Bar ships an update every 20 months, SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level

Bar versus SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	Bar	SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing
Price	Free	Free
Positive reviews	42.9% of reviews	—
Update frequency	Every 20 months	Every 5 days — better
Ads	Yes	No — better
In-app purchases	No	No
Monetization	Ad-supported	—
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod	iPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS	13.0 — better	15.6
Further details — not scored
Size	6 MB	44 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	Aishvarya Sadasivam	BENJAMIN STEPHEN JOHNSON

In-app purchases

None

Bar

No in-app purchases

None

SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bar free?

Bar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing free?

SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do Bar or SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing have ads?

Bar shows ads; SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing does not.

Which is updated more often, Bar or SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing?

Bar ships an update every 20 months, and SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing every 5 days. Most recently, Bar was updated on October 10, 2026 and SpeedyShare‑Fast file sharing on October 28, 2026.