# QR Code Reader · vs Learning Clock Timer

The clearest difference is price: QR Code Reader · at Free against Learning Clock Timer's $3.99. QR Code Reader · also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 24 months). Learning Clock Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

QR Code Reader · is free to download; Learning Clock Timer costs $3.99 up front. QR Code Reader · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Learning Clock Timer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, Learning Clock Timer every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | Learning Clock Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learning-clock-timer/id1671797554/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 49.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 24 months |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#106** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [Keaton.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/464191934) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

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

**Currently charting:** #106 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


### Learning Clock Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learning-clock-timer/id1671797554)

This app helps children learn to tell time with interactive analog and digital clocks, customizable alarms, and a visual timer. It's also designed for seniors with its large, easy-to-read display.

**Highlights:** Interactive analog and digital clocks, Customizable alarms with labels and images, Visual circle-shaped timer, Large, easy-to-read display, Multiple color themes and customization options, Accessibility features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Send money for coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Send money for lunch | $2.99 | one-time |
| Send money for books | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

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

### Is Learning Clock Timer free?

Learning Clock Timer costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader · or Learning Clock Timer?

QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while Learning Clock Timer averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader · or Learning Clock Timer have ads?

QR Code Reader · shows ads; Learning Clock Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader · or Learning Clock Timer?

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and Learning Clock Timer every 24 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on October 11, 2026 and Learning Clock Timer on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*