VIP Code Reader vs TenjiScan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VIP Code Reader
This app provides an accessible QR and barcode scanner designed for visually impaired individuals. It uses voice guidance, vibrations, and sound cues to help users navigate and scan codes, reading content aloud via VoiceOver.
- Assistive voice guidance
- Automatic scanning and page navigation
- Voice notifications for scan status
- Scan history and favorites
- Adjustable accessibility settings
- Multilingual support
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VIP Code Reader is an accessible QR and barcode scanner specially designed and optimized with the needs of visually impaired people (VIPs) in mind. With assistive voice guidance, users can navigate the app using sounds and vibrations, making the app easy for anyone to use. VIPs can easily scan any 2-cm (or larger) code present on printed materials and listen to its content read aloud using VoiceOver technology. Key Features Automatic Scanning & Page Navigation When the app is launched, the camera activates immediately. A radar-like sound helps guide the camera into the correct position, and once a QR code is detected, it is scanned within one second. The app then instantly redirects to the linked page and starts reading it aloud—no tapping required. Voice Notifications No code detected → Every 10 seconds: “No QR code found.” No internet connection → “Unable to connect to the internet.” No data / Scan failed → Notified with an error sound Scan History Previously scanned pages can be reopened from the scan history section. Favorites Save frequently accessed pages for quick access. Accessibility Settings Adjust language, vibration, and radar sound. The app also supports Siri Shortcuts, allowing users to customize the app to fit their needs. Recommended Usage In the case of scanning a QR code on an A4-sized paper, hold your phone 20–30 centimeters away from the paper so the entire sheet fits on the screen. Recommended posture: Sit at a table with the printed sheet placed in front of you Raise the phone just below your chin, parallel to the table, and point it straight down at the sheet This will ensure the most stable and reliable scanning experience. Multilingual Support QR codes generated at 4vip.qrtranslator.com will automatically display their content in the language set on the user’s phone, making the information accessible in multiple languages worldwide.
TenjiScan
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Learn Braille with 3-choice quizzes. Master the dot patterns for Japanese kana (gojuon, dakuten, handakuten, yōon), English A–Z, and numbers — through quick 3-choice quizzes. Answer every question in a category in a row to earn a Mastery Badge. A real learning experience, not a guessing game. -- Key Features -- 3-choice quizzes Look at the Braille pattern, pick the right character from three choices. Wrong-answer options are drawn from the same prefix type (e.g., dakuten quizzes use only dakuten characters) so you can't shortcut by counting dots. Get every question right in one streak to earn the badge. Learning mode Browse Japanese kana including voiced and contracted forms, English A–Z, and numbers. Two-cell display shows prefix marks accurately so you can learn how Braille is built. Text to Braille Type Japanese text and see the corresponding Braille pattern in real time. A way to write what you've learned and check yourself. Camera scan (assistive feature) A way to check real-world Braille against what you've learned. Point the camera at Braille, tap the shutter, and see it converted into text. Note: Recognition depends on angle, lighting, and surface condition. Curved or faint Braille may not be read correctly — treat this as a learning aid, not a guarantee. Auto voice readout Scan results are read aloud automatically. VoiceOver support Key controls carry accessibility labels. -- Privacy -- Images are processed on your device. Captures are analyzed locally on your iPhone using CoreML. Recognition works even without an internet connection. Image sharing is opt-in only. Captured images leave your device only if you enable "Share images to improve the model" in Settings. This is off by default. We also send anonymous usage events (scan outcome and cell count only) to Firebase Analytics to improve the app. Captured images and recognized text are never included. -- Supported Languages -- Japanese Braille (JIS standard) English Braille (UEB Grade 1) -- Who Is This For? -- - Students and professionals learning Braille - Family members and caregivers supporting visually impaired people - Educators and volunteers - Anyone curious about the Braille around them -- Pricing -- Learning, quizzes, and conversion are available at no charge. - Ad removal (optional one-time purchase) - Tip jar for development support (optional) Terms of Use: https://sss3yai.com/tenjiscan-terms/ Privacy Policy: https://sss3yai.com/tenjiscan-privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VIP Code Reader at none against TenjiScan's 4. VIP Code Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). TenjiScan's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). 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
Both are free to download. TenjiScan sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. VIP Code Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
VIP Code Reader ships an update every 2 months, TenjiScan weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VIP Code Reader | TenjiScan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Export Japan | Ryo Takaoka |
In-app purchases
VIP Code Reader
No in-app purchases
TenjiScan
- 広告を除去$0.49
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
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- Large Tip$9.99









