QRTaro vs Lock Screen Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
QRTaro
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QRTaro is an application that can read QR code and create QR code. Easy operation! Read history will also remain. โ QRMaker: Create a QR code from the input text. The created QR code can be saved as an image in a photo album. Also, the created QR code can be sent directly to an application such as a message, mail, memo, Twitter, LINE, Gmail, etc. โ QRReader: Read the QR code from the camera and photo album images. Since pinch-in pinch-out and tap focus function are carried, focus adjustment can be done easily. By tapping the folder icon displayed at the bottom of the top screen, the photo album is displayed and you can also select the previously saved QR code image for reading. You can also pass the scanned data directly to the application such as message, mail, memo, Twitter, LINE, Gmail from the reading result screen. Also, since the scanned data of the QR code is displayed as a scan history by date on the history list screen, you can tap the scanned data and obtain the reading result again. Since historical data has selective batch delete and delete all functions, it is also possible for users to organize them. โป Up to 30 history lists are displayed. If it exceeds 30, the history data of the oldest date is deleted. โ Note: Ads will be hidden if you pay.
Lock Screen Notes
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PinNote puts your most important notes right where you'll see them on your Lock Screen and Home Screen. No more forgetting grocery lists, meeting reminders, or quick ideas. With a simple tap, turn any note into a beautiful widget that stays visible all day. Whether it's a daily task list, a shopping reminder, or a motivational quote, PinNote makes sure you never miss what matters. KEY FEATURES โข Lock Screen & Home Screen Widgets - See your notes without unlocking your phone โข Quick Note Creation - Jot down ideas in seconds โข Customizable Styles - Choose colors, fonts, and themes to match your vibe โข Checklists & To-Do Lists - Turn any note into an actionable task list โข One-Tap Edit - Update your widget notes instantly Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who needs their notes visible at a glance. Stop forgetting. Start pinning. Download PinNote today and keep your notes where you can actually see them.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lock Screen Notes at none against QRTaro's 1. Lock Screen Notes also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). QRTaro's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.5). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. QRTaro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lock Screen Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.
QRTaro ships an update monthly, Lock Screen Notes every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QRTaro | Lock Screen Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 days โ better |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 โ better | 26.5 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masashi Sasaoka | Najis Ezaz |
In-app purchases
QRTaro
- Ad-free$1.99
Lock Screen Notes
No in-app purchases









