Comparison

QR Code Guru vs SWIFT Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Guru

Quickly scan and decode various QR codes and barcodes, including contact info, URLs, and more. Generate your own codes and save your scan history. Open web links directly within the app for convenience.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code and barcode scanning
  • Generate custom QR codes and barcodes
  • Decode various data types
  • Scan from photos
  • Open web links directly
  • Unlimited scan history storage
Features
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Looking for a fast, reliable QR Code Reader and Barcode Scanner that just works? QR Code Guru is a clean, straightforward QR Code Scanner and QR Reader built for speed and everyday convenience. Whether you need a quick Price Lookup to check product details while shopping, or an easy QR Code Generator to create custom codes in seconds, this app gets the job done without the clutter. Scan barcodes, compare prices, and keep your history organized with complete ease. WHY USERS TRUST QR CODE GURU: • Fast QR Code Reader & Scanner Instant recognition every time. Simply point your camera to scan any QR code or barcode, even in low light or from difficult angles. • Price Lookup & Smart Price Check Scan UPCs and SKUs while shopping in stores. Quickly check product details, verify authenticity, and compare prices so you know you're getting a fair deal. • Easy QR Code Generator & Maker Create custom QR codes in seconds. Easily generate codes for links, Wi-Fi networks, contact cards, text, and social accounts. • Organized Scan History & Fast Access Never lose a link or product detail again. Your scan history is automatically saved and neatly organized, allowing you to search, favorite, or re-access your previous scans anytime in just one tap. • Everyday Convenience & Utility Built for seamless daily use. Enjoy quick actions like opening web links instantly, copying text, auto-saving images, and sharing codes with friends or colleagues effortlessly. • Batch Scan & Simple Inventory Tracking Scan multiple items continuously. Save, label, and export your scan logs for easy stock checking, retail audits, and personal inventory. • Privacy-First & Secure Your data stays on your device. We only ask for essential camera permissions—no hidden tracking, no unnecessary access. Download QR Code Guru—your simple, reliable QR Code Scanner, QR Reader, and Barcode Lookup tool for everyday use. Length & Price: QR Code Reader Weekly - $3.99/Week QR Code Reader Yearly- $29.99/Year Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase and at the start of each renewal term. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. You can manage your subscription and cancel it in the iTunes settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Unused portions of a free trial will be forfeited upon purchasing a premium subscription. Terms of Service: https://hoangtam101.github.io/lighthouse/term/ Privacy: https://hoangtam101.github.io/lighthouse/policy/ If you have any feedback, do not hesitate to contact us at: hoangtam.cntt@gmail.com

About

SWIFT Authenticator

This app provides secure and quick access to SWIFT applications and services using two-factor authentication. It allows for unlimited generation of time-based one-time passwords and supports multiple accounts in one view. The tool facilitates compliance with security frameworks and works offline.

Highlights
  • Fast, one-time setup via QR code
  • Access multiple SWIFT products and accounts
  • Unlimited TOTP generation
  • All TOTP codes in one screen
  • Facilitates SWIFT security compliance
  • Works fully offline
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SWIFT Authenticator is an easy-to-use second factor authenticator that provides quick and secure access to SWIFT applications and services. Features: - Fast, one-time setup via QR code. - Access multiple products and accounts on SWIFT. - Unlimited generation of time-based one-time passwords (TOTP). - See all TOTP codes for all accounts in one screen. - Facilitate compliance with SWIFT’s Customer Security Control Framework. - Works fully offline for when you don’t have a mobile internet connection. - Easy to configure with your existing SWIFT applications. Please refer to the product documentation for more details on how to configure TOTP as a second factor in your application. Note that configuring a second factor for authentication (through TOTP, LDAP, RADIUS, SWIFT Personal token, SAML or other means) is a mandatory control of the Customer Security Control Framework (https://www.swift.com/myswift/customer-security-programme-csp). SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. www.swift.com © COPYRIGHT 2019 SWIFT SCRL. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Screenshots

QR Code Guru4 screens
SWIFT Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SWIFT Authenticator at 5.0 against QR Code Guru's 4.5. SWIFT Authenticator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). QR Code Guru's advantage is ratings volume (291 vs 1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SWIFT Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Guru has 291 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Code Guru versus SWIFT Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code GuruSWIFT Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (291 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings291 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTam NguyenSWIFT

Customer experience

QR Code Guru

All ratings291 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral5.5%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative20.0%

SWIFT Authenticator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

QR Code Guru

Subscriptions4
  • QR Code Scanner Weekly$2.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader Weekly Premium$3.997 Days
  • QR Code Scanner Monthly$7.991 Month
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  • QR Code Reader Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Remove Ads QRCode & Barcode$1.99
  • Lifetime QRCode Barcode Scan$19.99
  • Lifetime Scanner$39.99
None

SWIFT Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Guru free?
QR Code Guru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SWIFT Authenticator free?
SWIFT Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Guru or SWIFT Authenticator?
SWIFT Authenticator is rated higher. QR Code Guru averages 4.5 out of 5 from 291 ratings, while SWIFT Authenticator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do QR Code Guru or SWIFT Authenticator have ads?
QR Code Guru shows ads; SWIFT Authenticator does not.

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