ISC NIRScan vs QR Scan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ISC NIRScan
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The ISC NIRScan is now supporting the scanners of STD (900nm-1700nm), EXT (1350nm-2150nm) and PLUS (1600nm-2400nm) wavelength versions.
QR Scan
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Use the QR Code Reader to get results in seconds. It’s incredibly easy to use—automatically recognizing, scanning, and decoding both QR codes and barcodes. QR codes are everywhere, making a QR scanner an essential tool for your device. With simple functionality, just point your camera at a QR code to decode all common types effortlessly. Features： - Easily scan and create QR and barcodes. - Scan QR and barcodes directly from the gallery. - Save and search scan history with ease. - Scan promo and coupon codes using the QR reader. - Generate QR codes for website URLs, text, and more. How to Use 1.Align the camera with the QR code or barcode. 2.Automatic recognition, scanning, and decoding. 3.Get results instantly. easy to use—try it now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: ISC NIRScan at none against QR Scan's shown. ISC NIRScan also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ISC NIRScan ships an update every 2 months, QR Scan every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ISC NIRScan | QR Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | He Yi Hsieh | The Pepper Family L L C |
In-app purchases
ISC NIRScan
No in-app purchases
QR Scan
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is ISC NIRScan free?
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Do ISC NIRScan or QR Scan have ads?
Which is updated more often, ISC NIRScan or QR Scan?
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