Comparison

QR & Barcode Reader Writer vs Protractor (Virtual & Simple)

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

Head to head
About

QR & Barcode Reader Writer

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This app scans a barcode and QR code. You can search the scanned code in google or amazon. You can create QR code from texts and share the created QR code. A scanned or created QR code will be automatically saved.

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Protractor (Virtual & Simple)

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With this simple half-disc virtual protractor application you can easily find approximate measure of angle in degrees.Β  Start the application and point camera at the angle. The protractor overlay will help you estimate the measure of angles. You can also take a photo of your measurements by taping once on the screen. *Important notice: Use the information recoded in (or generated with) this application only as a rough indication, rough estimates or as a rough guide. Even though we do our best to provide you with confirmed information, the accuracy is NOT GUARANTEED by us. Users are strongly advised to confirm the information of their interest with other sources. This application is provided β€œas is” and with all faults. You bear the risk of using it. We shall not be responsible or liable for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of functions or the content of this application. By using this application you are agreeing to these terms. If you do not agree to these terms do not use this application.

Screenshots

QR & Barcode Reader Writer3 screens
Protractor (Virtual & Simple)2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: QR & Barcode Reader Writer at Free against Protractor (Virtual & Simple)'s $0.99. QR & Barcode Reader Writer also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 53 months). Protractor (Virtual & Simple)'s advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

QR & Barcode Reader Writer is free to download; Protractor (Virtual & Simple) costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR & Barcode Reader Writer ships an update every 6 months, Protractor (Virtual & Simple) every 53 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
QR & Barcode Reader Writer versus Protractor (Virtual & Simple): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR & Barcode Reader WriterProtractor (Virtual & Simple)
PriceFree β€” better$0.99
Update frequencyEvery 6 months β€” betterEvery 53 months
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size19 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNobutaka YuasaSystemiko Inc.

In-app purchases

None

QR & Barcode Reader Writer

No in-app purchases

None

Protractor (Virtual & Simple)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR & Barcode Reader Writer free?
QR & Barcode Reader Writer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Protractor (Virtual & Simple) free?
Protractor (Virtual & Simple) costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR & Barcode Reader Writer or Protractor (Virtual & Simple) have ads?
QR & Barcode Reader Writer shows ads; Protractor (Virtual & Simple) does not.
Which is updated more often, QR & Barcode Reader Writer or Protractor (Virtual & Simple)?
QR & Barcode Reader Writer ships an update every 6 months, and Protractor (Virtual & Simple) every 53 months. Most recently, QR & Barcode Reader Writer was updated on September 14, 2026 and Protractor (Virtual & Simple) on September 17, 2026.

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