Comparison

QR Scanner Pro vs ScanByte

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

Head to head
About

QR Scanner Pro

Features
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Scan QR Codes Instantly: • QR Scanner Pro lets you scan QR codes quickly and reliably using your iPhone camera. The qr code reader detects codes in real time and gives instant results with smooth performance. Create Your Own QR Codes with QR Code Generator: • Easily generate QR codes for text, links, or custom content. Choose colors, adjust error correction levels, and export high-quality QR images for sharing or saving. Built-In Scan History: • Every scanned QR code is saved locally on your device. Review past scans anytime, copy content again, or reopen links with a single tap. Smart Scanning Controls: Customize how the scanner behaves: • Haptic feedback when a code is detected • Automatic copy of scanned content • Optional auto-open for QR links Camera Tools for Better Scans: • Scan comfortably in any environment with • Flashlight support for low-light conditions • Smooth live camera preview Clean, Premium Experience: • QR Scanner Pro is completely ad-free and designed for speed and simplicity. Everything works offline, and your data stays on your device. Privacy-First by Design: • No accounts. No tracking. No ads. • All scans and generated QR codes are stored locally on your phone.

About

ScanByte

Features
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ScanByte is a practical QR code and barcode scanner for everyday use. Scan common codes, view useful results, look up available product or book information, keep useful results in local history, and create codes when you need them. SCAN AND ACT Scan QR codes and supported barcodes, then use the result for common actions such as opening links, viewing text, connecting to Wi-Fi, or working with contact and message information. PRODUCT AND BOOK LOOKUP For supported product barcodes and ISBNs, ScanByte can request available product or book details from online data sources. Coverage depends on the code and available external information. LOCAL HISTORY AND FAVORITES Reopen useful scan results without scanning again. Your in-app history and favorites are stored locally on your device. CREATE QR CODES AND BARCODES Create QR codes for websites, Wi-Fi, text, contacts and messages. Generate supported barcode formats, then save or share the result. SIMPLE BY DESIGN No account is required and there are no ads. Language, appearance, privacy information and support are available from Settings. Some lookup features require an internet connection and depend on third-party data availability.

Screenshots

QR Scanner Pro3 screens
ScanByte4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ScanByte at Free against QR Scanner Pro's $0.99. ScanByte also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 44 months). QR Scanner Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

ScanByte is free to download; QR Scanner Pro costs $0.99 up front. ScanByte sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. QR Scanner Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Scanner Pro ships an update every 44 months, ScanByte fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
QR Scanner Pro versus ScanByte: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Scanner ProScanByte
Price$0.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 44 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuhammad Aqib艳青 林

In-app purchases

None

QR Scanner Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ScanByte

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$2.991 Month

Questions

Is QR Scanner Pro free?
QR Scanner Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ScanByte free?
ScanByte is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Scanner Pro or ScanByte have ads?
Neither QR Scanner Pro nor ScanByte shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Scanner Pro or ScanByte?
QR Scanner Pro ships an update every 44 months, and ScanByte fortnightly. Most recently, QR Scanner Pro was updated on September 18, 2026 and ScanByte on September 25, 2026.

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