# QR Code Reader · vs WLAN to go

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.

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.

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.

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, WLAN to go every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | WLAN to go |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** | [3.6 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wlan-to-go/id1559207432/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **49.9% of reviews** | 5.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#93** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [Tchibo MOBIL GmbH & Co KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559207434) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

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

**Currently charting:** #93 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 (9)**

| 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 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


### WLAN to go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wlan-to-go/id1559207432)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- App hangs/freezes constantly
- App closes immediately upon opening
- Cannot recharge/use data volume
- Data volume not displayed
- App does not open/start

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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 5, 2026 and WLAN to go on November 3, 2026.

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