Comparison

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode vs SalonFlow

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 Barcode

Instantly scan and read QR codes and barcodes with this fast and user-friendly application. It allows you to create your own QR codes for various information types and share them easily. Save money by scanning coupon codes and comparing product prices online.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Read QR codes from images
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Share QR codes via social media
  • Scan coupon codes for discounts
  • Compare product prices
Features
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Scan codes with less guesswork and more confidence. Open links only when you choose, spot suspicious QR code destinations before you tap, and keep every scan in one searchable place. In The App - Scan QR code and barcode formats from the full-screen camera with pinch to zoom, animated highlights, and a torch toggle for dark spaces. - Check link safety with Quishing Shield before opening a URL, with clear results like Looks safe, Be careful, or Dangerous — do not open. - See a plain-English summary for scanned links, plus details like redirect hops, domain age when available, and why a warning was triggered. - Open a scanned website manually with Open in Browser, or share the link instead. Links never open on their own. - Join networks faster by scanning a Wi-Fi code, viewing the network name and type, then using Copy Password when your iPhone asks for it. - Save a contact card from a scanned code with Save Contact, or start an email, text message, or call from the matching result sheet. - Add a scanned event to Calendar, search the web for a retail barcode or book code, and copy or share plain text. - Find old scans in History with search, payload filters, safety filters, tags, swipe to delete, and multi-select delete. - Make your own QR code for a link, plain text, Wi-Fi network, contact card, email, SMS, or calendar event with a live preview. - Keep created codes in My Library, then open, share, or delete them later. Perfect When That coffee shop Wi-Fi QR is taped to the counter and you just want to copy the password and get online. A parking meter sticker looks off, so you scan the QR code and read the warning before paying. You need a contact QR from a conference badge saved in one tap. You remember scanning a useful link months ago, but only part of the text comes to mind, so you search your history by value or tag. You want to send someone a Wi-Fi QR, so you build it in the Create tab and share the saved image. Why It Works QR Code Reader Scan Barcode helps people scan, check, save, and create QR codes without extra steps. It combines a quick QR scanner, barcode reader, QR maker, and searchable history in one place. The app stands out by keeping the most important checks on your phone and putting you in control of every action. Quishing Shield reviews risky link patterns before you open a page, and the browser button is always a manual tap. Helpful shortcuts can jump straight to scan, reopen your latest result, find saved Wi-Fi scans, or start a link QR code. Paid Features Upgrade for more ways to work with your scans: turn on a cloud threat feed for broader link checks, scan from more photos in a batch, export filtered history, add branded code styles, and use unlimited photo scanning. permission is only requested when you tap Save Contact. If you scan QR codes often, want a barcode scanner with memory, or need a QR code generator you can trust, give QR Code Reader Scan Barcode a try today. Terms of Use (EULA) - http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

About

SalonFlow

Features
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SalonFlow is a complete app for photographers who take part in international salons and competitions under FIAP, PSA, GPU, and any other patronage. It covers the full workflow, from your first salon entry to long-term tracking of results, acceptances, awards, and progress toward Distinctions. Designed by a photographer for photographers, based on real salon practice. SalonFlow replaces fragmented spreadsheets and inconsistent records with a clear, structured system that always tells you what was submitted, where, with what result, and what still needs attention. SalonFlow is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by FIAP, PSA, GPU, or any photography federation. You can track any salon, exhibition, or competition, including events without patronage or with custom categories. Everything important in one place: • deadlines and key dates • results, catalogues, and links • submitted works, acceptances, and awards • where and when each photograph was used • competition photos with their full salon history • widget for a quick overview Smart stats and progress tracking: SalonFlow shows you exactly where you stand and how your results evolve over time, broken down by country, salon, and individual photograph. It supports long-term progress tracking toward titles including AFIAP, EFIAP, QPSA, PPSA, and the corresponding GPU Crown levels. Key features: • Import History: import past results from FIAP Dossier or PSA Stars CSV • Competition Photos: your own library with complete salon history per image • SalonFlow Light: web version with sync for access from any device • Public Portfolio: publish your results at salonflow.art • PDF Exports: FIAP, PSA and GPU portfolio reports for Distinction applications • Mac support: available on Apple Silicon Macs via Designed for iPad • Full localisation in 8 languages: Czech, English, Slovak, German, Polish, French, Italian, and Spanish Your data stays with you: All data is stored locally on your device. You decide what to export and when, either as PDF reports or a complete ZIP backup. What SalonFlow can do: • track salons under FIAP, PSA, GPU, and any custom patronage • log entries, acceptances, and awards for each individual work • display statistics by country, salon, and photograph • store deadlines, results, links, and attachments (PDF / JPG) • quickly filter and search across salons and works • export reports and overviews for your archive • keep your competition history clear, structured, and ready whenever you need it Freemium and SalonFlow PRO: SalonFlow uses a freemium model. The core app is free. Advanced PRO features are unlocked with a SalonFlow PRO subscription, available monthly or yearly, which renews automatically. SalonFlow PRO includes: • unlimited number of salons • full search results without limits • ability to add salons to your Wishlist • access to Public Portfolio and FIAP / PSA / GPU PDF exports • salon history import The price of the monthly and yearly subscription is shown in your local currency before you confirm the purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. The subscription renews automatically unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://salonflow.art/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://salonflow.art/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode4 screens
SalonFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SalonFlow at none against QR Code Reader Scan Barcode's shown. SalonFlow also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (17 vs 26.0). 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. QR Code Reader Scan Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and SalonFlow sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $24.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode ships an update every 2 months, SalonFlow weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode versus SalonFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader Scan BarcodeSalonFlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSandeep BhandariZDENEK DLOUHY

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Forever Pro$99.99
1 purchases

SalonFlow

Subscriptions1
  • SalonFlow Yearly PRO$24.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Reader Scan Barcode free?
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SalonFlow free?
SalonFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code Reader Scan Barcode or SalonFlow have ads?
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode shows ads; SalonFlow does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader Scan Barcode or SalonFlow?
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode ships an update every 2 months, and SalonFlow weekly. Most recently, QR Code Reader Scan Barcode was updated on September 16, 2026 and SalonFlow on September 23, 2026.

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