uTranslate vs Barcode QR Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
uTranslate
This real-time translation app is designed for travelers, those communicating with foreign friends, and language learners. It offers instant voice translation, supports 40 languages, and includes common spoken phrases for learning.
- One-click voice recording translation
- Supports 40 languages
- Learn common spoken phrases
- Extended battery life
- Global server network
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适用于出国旅游者、需要与外国友人交流者、外语学习者等使用的一款实时翻译的软件。我们有以下功能： 1、一键录音翻译 2、支持40种语言 3、常用口语学习 4、超长续航时间 5、全球设立服务器
Barcode QR Reader
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes from your camera, photos, or shared images. It helps you preview links, remove tracking, and supports various code types. All processing is done locally on your device for enhanced privacy.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Use camera, photos, or shared images
- Preview links before opening
- Remove tracking parameters
- Supports multiple code types (Wi-Fi, contact, boarding pass, etc.)
- Local processing for privacy
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A fast, private scanner for QR codes and barcodes. Use your camera, pick a photo, or scan an image shared from another app. See what a link really is before you open it, and clear tracking parameters with a tap. Scan several codes at once, then share any result. It reads QR, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, Wi-Fi, contact cards, boarding passes, and more. Everything stays on your device. No ads, no tracking, and no in-app purchases.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Barcode QR Reader at 100% against uTranslate's 18%. uTranslate's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads 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
uTranslate is free to download; Barcode QR Reader costs $0.99 up front. Barcode QR Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. uTranslate asks for nothing beyond the download.
uTranslate ships an update monthly, Barcode QR Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | uTranslate | Barcode QR Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 2.3 (69 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 69 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iTing Technology(Shenzhen) Co., Ltd | KIVANC YAZAN |
Customer experience
uTranslate
Barcode QR Reader
In-app purchases
uTranslate
No in-app purchases
Barcode QR Reader
- Premium$0.99
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