Y vs Scan it
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Y
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QR-code scanner for the easy acquisition of resources for the retrieval of design and construction documents of a machine. This app is directly linked to the website https://www.sms-fis.com/ .
Scan it
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You won't find a faster and lighter QR and barcode scanner than this. This app cannot be missing on your iOS devices. It is extremely easy to use, just place your device in front of the code you want to scan and it will be detected and scanned. It's very simple, you don't have to press any buttons, take pictures or zoom. It is possible to scan all types of QR or barcodes. After scanning and decryption, you will receive additional information including results from popular online services; Amazon, eBay and Google - 100% FREE! Other characteristics: - Create QR and barcode - Scan from image - Scan from the Gallery - Share contact data via QR - Share location via QR - Send an email - Send SMS - Add to address book - Add to calendar - Add event - Use the flashlight - Open the URL in the browser - Open the URL in the app - Continuous scanning - Save as favorite - Save to history - Download Qr or Barcode on your device - Print QR or barcodes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Y at none against Scan it's shown. Scan it's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 17 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Y ships an update every 17 months, Scan it every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Y | Scan it |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Every 3 months β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 10.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Y-Com Gesellschaft fΓΌr Industrieautomation mbH | andrea campese |
In-app purchases
Y
No in-app purchases
Scan it
No in-app purchases
