Comparison

Arkio vs Scanner QRCode

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

Head to head
About

Arkio

Collaborate on architectural and design projects in immersive 3D environments. Import large models, present ideas, and gather feedback with tools for markup, voice notes, and AI rendering. Offers VR and multi-device support for seamless teamwork.

Highlights
  • Import large 3D AEC models
  • Collaborative VR and MR experiences
  • AI rendering and presentation tools
  • Voice and text issue capture
  • Built-in modeling and ideation tools
  • Layer management and sun studies
Features
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Design better buildings, together. With Arkio, you can ideate, review and present your work in a powerful collaborative design environment, saving time and money. The new Arkio 2.0 elevates design collaboration to a new level with built-in AI rendering, layers, voice transcription, issue export, and more. Immerse yourself in Arkio using VR or work on your PC, Mac, tablet or phone. Import large 3D models, including Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Archicad and Navisworks projects to experience them at 1:1 scale, fully immersed, or in Mixed Reality. Mark up, comment and try new design ideas with ease. With Arkio, you can make good designs great! - Load large 3D models from your favorite AEC tools - Present your designs and guide up to 24 users around your scene - Generate beautiful renders with the Arkio AI camera that can be converted into collaborative frames - Capture notes and issues using text or voice and share them with others via Arkio Cloud - Load your models in Augmented Reality to collaborate with users in VR and other devices - Ideate together using Arkio’s built-in modeling tools and shapes, and export your work back to your favorite AEC design tool - Toggle layers, add sections, do sun studies, add maps and 3D buildings and more! Visit the Arkio website to learn more about Arkio. Some features require a paid plan. Start for free, then upgrade to Plus, Pro or Enterprise to experience the full power of Arkio. Terms of use: https://www.arkio.is/terms/ Privacy policy: https://www.arkio.is/privacy/

About

Scanner QRCode

Features
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QR Code - Barcode Scanner lets you scan QR codes and barcodes quickly, reliably and without complications. Simply point your camera at a code and get instant results. You can copy scanned data with one tap and easily access your scan history whenever you need it. Main features: • Fast and accurate QR code and barcode scanning • Supports common barcode formats • Instant result display • Copy scanned data to clipboard • History of recently scanned codes • Clean, simple and easy to use interface Use the app to scan links, text and product barcodes in seconds. Everything is designed to be easy, fast and intuitive. Open the app, scan a code and get the information you need instantly.

Screenshots

Arkio4 screens
Scanner QRCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scanner QRCode at none against Arkio's 5. Arkio's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). On price 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

Both are free to download. Arkio sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Scanner QRCode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arkio ships an update every 3 weeks, Scanner QRCode every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Arkio versus Scanner QRCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArkioScanner QRCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size335 MB37 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperArkioClaudio Fusillo

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Arkio

Subscriptions4
  • Arkio Plus Montly$19.991 Month
  • Arkio Pro Subscription$44.991 Month
  • Arkio Plus 3 Months$44.993 Months
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  • Arkio Plus Yearly$119.991 Year
One-time1
  • Arkio Plus Asset Pack$9.99
None

Scanner QRCode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Arkio free?
Arkio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanner QRCode free?
Scanner QRCode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Arkio or Scanner QRCode have ads?
Scanner QRCode shows ads; Arkio does not.
Which is updated more often, Arkio or Scanner QRCode?
Arkio ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scanner QRCode every 6 months. Most recently, Arkio was updated on October 7, 2026 and Scanner QRCode on October 9, 2026.

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