# QR Code Reader · vs PDF Doc Scanner

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader · at 50% against PDF Doc Scanner's 0%. QR Code Reader · also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (670K vs 238). PDF Doc Scanner's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and PDF Doc Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of QR Code Reader ·'s written reviews are positive against 0% of PDF Doc Scanner's.

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, PDF Doc Scanner every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | PDF Doc Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** | [2.9 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-doc-scanner-scan-cloud/id1510253938/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | **49.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#105** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [SHARE YAZILIM LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513600012) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan various QR codes and barcodes to access detailed product information, data cards, and scan history. Organize your scans with folders and export data to CSV. Offers unlimited scans and ad-free experience with a PRO subscription.

**Highlights:** Scan 15+ code types, Product & food details, QR code data cards, Scan history, Organize with folders, Batch scan, CSV export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Version 3 months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Version 1 year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy scanning
- ✨ Useful for various purposes
- 👍 Works as described

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Struggles with certain barcodes
- 💰 Deceptive subscription practices
- 📢 Too many ads and pop-ups
- 🤔 Unclear cancellation process

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent scanning results
- Subscription charges even after app deletion

**Requested features**

- More manual control over scanning
- Clearer subscription and pricing information


### PDF Doc Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-doc-scanner-scan-cloud/id1510253938)

Transform your device into a powerful scanner to capture documents, receipts, and notes. Save them as PDFs or JPGs, organize them in the cloud, and even add your signature. Optimize scans and share them easily.

**Highlights:** Scan documents, receipts, and notes, Save as PDF or JPG, Cloud storage and organization, Automatic border detection, Add digital signatures, Share via email, PIN and Face ID protection

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Trial Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Trial Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Misleading advertisements
- 💸 Expensive subscription costs
- 🚫 App functionality not as advertised
- ⏳ Unskippable ads/paywalls
- 📉 Poor user experience

**Reported bugs**

- App logo flashing and not loading
- Cannot access app without paying
- Missing measurement features
- Rubik's cube solving feature not present

**Requested features**

- Make app free
- Fix app to work as advertised
- Remove subscription requirement
- Provide actual Rubik's cube solving functionality
- Implement accurate measurement features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PDF Doc Scanner free?

PDF Doc Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader · or PDF Doc Scanner?

QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while PDF Doc Scanner averages 2.9 from 238 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader · or PDF Doc Scanner have ads?

QR Code Reader · shows ads; PDF Doc Scanner does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader · or PDF Doc Scanner?

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and PDF Doc Scanner every 3 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on October 14, 2026 and PDF Doc Scanner on October 6, 2026.

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