Comparison

QR Code Reader · vs WLAN to go

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 ·

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
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The best app to scan QR Code and Barcode! More than 15 types supported : QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39, EAN-8, EAN-13, Google Auth With powerful features : - Products & food detailed informations - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history - Folders to stay organized - Batch Scan - CSV Export SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1-month with 3-day trial, 3-month, 1-year - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original "one month", "one quarter", "one year" package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below https://sites.google.com/view/qrcodeios/home

About

WLAN to go

This app provides mobile internet access via a portable router, allowing you to connect laptops and tablets to the internet on the go. It offers flexible data top-ups and usage monitoring, perfect for staying connected anywhere.

Highlights
  • Portable internet access
  • Connect multiple devices
  • Data volume monitoring
  • Flexible data top-ups
  • Prepaid data plans
  • Router control center
Features
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Über WLAN surfen – jetzt auch von unterwegs: Mit der WLAN to go-App und dem Tchibo MOBIL Router haben Sie einen Internet-Zugang zum mitnehmen. Egal ob Laptop oder Tablet, mit WLAN to go bringen Sie ihre Geräte und die Geräte Ihrer Freunde jetzt auch auf Reisen, im Park oder im Garten online. Und das ganz ohne feste Vertragsbindung! Mit dem Tchibo MOBIL Prepaid-Tarif zahlen Sie WLAN to go nur, wenn Sie es brauchen. Die App ist ihre einfache, flexible Schaltzentrale, mit der Sie die wichtigsten Funktionen des Routers bedienen können und das benötigte Datenvolumen im Blick behalten. Click & Surf Sie sind unterwegs und Ihr Datenvolumen neigt sich dem Ende? Kein Grund zur Panik! In der App können Sie jederzeit Datenvolumen nachladen. So surfen Sie einfach weiter! Shop & Surf Neues Datenvolumen können Sie auch ganz bequem beim nächsten Einkauf bei Tchibo erwerben – über einen Voucher, den Sie direkt in der App aufladen können. Im Garten, beim Camping oder am Strand: Wo immer Sie gerade sind – wir wünschen Ihnen viel Spaß mit WLAN to go! Ihr Team von Tchibo MOBIL

Screenshots

QR Code Reader ·4 screens
WLAN to go4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader · at 50% against WLAN to go's 6%. QR Code Reader · also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (670K vs 7). WLAN to go's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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 · sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. WLAN to go asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 7, 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 6% of WLAN to go's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, WLAN to go every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
QR Code Reader · versus WLAN to go: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader ·WLAN to go
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (670K ratings) — better3.6 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews49.9% of reviews — better5.7% of reviews
Number of ratings670K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
Best chart rank#87 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApp Lock LLCTchibo MOBIL GmbH & Co KG

Customer experience

QR Code Reader ·

All ratings670,158 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral4.1%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews1,796 reviews
Positive49.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative47.8%

WLAN to go

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral42.9%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive5.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative88.7%

User reviews

QR Code Reader ·

From 670K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

WLAN to go

From 7 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Device quality (router) generally good
  • 👍 WLAN quality good (mentioned once)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App constantly crashes/freezes
  • 🐛 App does not open/start
  • 🐛 Data volume not displayed
  • 🐛 Data volume cannot be recharged/bought
  • 🐛 Login issues (frequently logged out)

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader ·

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent scanning results
  • Subscription charges even after app deletion

Requested features

2 requests
  • More manual control over scanning
  • Clearer subscription and pricing information

WLAN to go

Reported bugs

36 issues
  • App hangs/freezes constantly
  • App closes immediately upon opening
  • Cannot recharge/use data volume
  • Data volume not displayed
  • App does not open/start
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  • Router not recognized
  • Data volume reported incorrectly
  • Constant error messages
  • System error
  • App crashes
  • App freezes
  • App requires reinstallation
  • Login issues/frequent logouts
  • Cannot buy data packages
  • Cannot recharge after quota expired
  • Cannot use data abroad
  • App forgets account data
  • Cannot refill data volume in the app
  • Cannot see balance/data volume
  • Buttons not clickable
  • Unclear interface
  • Registration was a hassle
  • No reception abroad
  • Problems with device configuration
  • Charged multiple times without data increase
  • Data volume decreases unexpectedly
  • Cannot change account data after credit is used
  • Cannot recharge via any other method
  • Cannot log in
  • Router not available for connection
  • Cannot see credit/data volume
  • Unnecessary verification process
  • Cannot save data
  • Cannot save bank details
  • Email verification fails
  • App is slow to load

Requested features

9 requests
  • Show when new data volume is received
  • Display data volume for offline viewing
  • Improve app stability
  • Fix display of data and credit
  • Improve customer support responsiveness
Show 4 more
  • Allow saving bank details
  • Make app usable abroad
  • Allow viewing credit/data balance
  • Improve email verification process

In-app purchases

9 purchases

QR Code Reader ·

Subscriptions9
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Pro Version for 1 month3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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  • Pro version3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • Pro Version for 1 month3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Premium3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Pro Version 1 year3 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

WLAN to go

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Reader · free?
QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WLAN to go free?
WLAN to go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader · or WLAN to go?
QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while WLAN to go averages 3.6 from 7 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader · or WLAN to go have ads?
QR Code Reader · shows ads; WLAN to go does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader · or WLAN to go?
QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and WLAN to go every 4 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on November 4, 2026 and WLAN to go on November 3, 2026.

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