Comparison

DoorCam vs QR Code

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DoorCam

This smart home video doorbell connects to your Wi-Fi, allowing real-time two-way conversations with visitors. It features a wide-angle HD camera with night vision, motion detection, and the ability to record or snapshot visitors. Recordings can be stored and accessed via cloud services for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Two-Way Talk
  • PIR & Video Motion Detection
  • Selectable Motion Region
  • IR Night Vision
  • Wide Angle Camera Lens
  • On Demand Live View
  • Smartphone Programmable
Features
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The ERA DoorCam is a WIFI compatible smart home video doorbell which is completely programmable from your smartphone. It allows you to have a two way visual conversation, in real time, with the capability of either snapshotting or video recording caller. With a 180 degree viewing angle at 720p HD resoultion and image adjustment, you can be sure to see your caller day or night. Not only that, the device has both PIR and Video Motion Detection, which can focus on speciifc areas due to 'out motion region feature'. Captures can then be stored either via snapshots and short videos when activated. Our cloud services allow you to save, view and share your recordings at anytime. Live viewing on demand which allows you as a user to look in at anytime, anywhere to put your mind at ease. DoorCam Key Features: - Two-Way Talk - PIR & Video Motion Detection - Selectable Motion Region - IR Night Vision - Wide Angle Camera Lens - On Demand Live View - Fully programmable via Smartphone

About

QR Code

Scan any QR code or barcode instantly with your phone's camera. Generate custom QR codes for various purposes like opening URLs, accessing Wi-Fi, or sharing contact information. Personalize your generated codes with colors and social media icons.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Create Wi-Fi, Email, URL, Phone QRs
  • Customize QR code design
  • Scan from media library
  • Share and print QR codes
Features
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Easily scan any QR code or barcode — 100% FREE. The app is extremely easy to use. Just use your phone's camera to scan and recognize the information of QR code or barcode. Create and share custom QRs to open URLs, access Wi-Fi, view data, Email, URL, Phone, Messages, VCard, Text, location and more. ◉ FREE FEATURES: SCAN ANYTHING Fastest and easiest way to scan any QR or barcode. User-friendly design and app navigation system. Scan QR codes and barcodes using your camera or media library. CREATE YOUR CODES Create new personalized QRs for Wi-Fi, Email, URL, Phone, Messages, VCard, Text, and more. ◉ PRO FEATURES: CUSTOMIZE YOUR CODES Choose your QR’s design: color, borders, social icons, share, print. Create more types of QRs that can be used for Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, TikTok, Spotify, Viber, Twitter, WhatsApp, Paypal and more. For app support please contact us at: codescann@ebash.pw Terms of use: https://scann.codes/terms.html Privacy policy: https://scann.codes/privacy.html Terms of Subscription: https://scann.codes/terms-of-subscription.html Download QR Code Reader Now and turn your mobile device into a portable scanner!

Screenshots

DoorCam4 screens
QR Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DoorCam at none against QR Code's 7. DoorCam also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). QR Code's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (33% vs 14%). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Code sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. DoorCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DoorCam ships an update every 3 months, QR Code every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DoorCam versus QR Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDoorCamQR Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (13K ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews32.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—13K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB204 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperERA HOME SECURITY LIMITEDRuslan Kucheriavyi

Customer experience

DoorCam

Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

QR Code

All ratings12,700 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.4%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews125 reviews
Positive32.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative64.8%

Bugs and requests

DoorCam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

QR Code

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login/registration issues
  • QR code scanning not working as expected
  • Compatibility problems with older devices
  • Unexpected charges and billing problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to cancel subscriptions easily
  • More affordable pricing options
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Better customer support channels

In-app purchases

None

DoorCam

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

QR Code

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Discount Premium access7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • weekly premium access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Monthly premium access3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Year premium access$29.991 Year
  • Year premium access$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Access$49.99

Questions

Is DoorCam free?
DoorCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code free?
QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DoorCam or QR Code have ads?
Neither DoorCam nor QR Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DoorCam or QR Code?
DoorCam ships an update every 3 months, and QR Code every 9 days. Most recently, DoorCam was updated on June 1, 2026 and QR Code on October 1, 2026.

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