Comparison

Text Extract(文字提取) vs QR Live Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Text Extract(文字提取)

This app uses OCR technology to extract editable text from various sources like documents, pictures, and PDFs. It supports batch scanning, translation, editing, and export to multiple formats, enhancing office efficiency.

Highlights
  • OCR text recognition
  • Image to text conversion
  • Batch scanning
  • Text translation
  • Multi-format export (PDF, DOCX, XLSX)
  • Excel table recognition
Features
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Text Extract is an OCR text recognition software that converts picture text into editable digital text content, any printed text, picture text, Excel tables, PDF files, etc. can be scanned and recognised, supports batch scanning, the recognised text supports translation, editing, sharing and can be exported to epub / pdf / docx / xlsx and many other formats. It is a portable text extractor and management tool, which can greatly improve your office efficiency! 【 Image to Text 】 - Intelligent OCR recognition of multiple file types: documents, pictures, handwritten text, books, etc. to extract the desired text - Supports batch processing - Support for quick translation of recognition results into other languages 【 Multi-language recognition 】 - Support multiple language recognition: Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, French, German and 26 other languages 【 Excel Table Recognition 】 - Supports converting Excel in pictures to Excel files, intelligently parsing table text, and quickly recognizing and generating Excel tables - Converting Excel files to Word files 【 Multi-format Export 】 - Export to epub / pdf / docx / xlsx and other formats 【 Scanned documents 】 - Scanning of ID cards, bank cards, etc. to create high definition electronic scans - Quickly convert paper documents to HD scans --- Usage advice --- To ensure you get the correct scan recognition result, when taking photos, please. * Sufficient light to avoid shaking * Use as clear an image as possible Subscription instructions: - Text recognition can be used an unlimited number of times during the subscription period - The subscriptions are $1.49 weekly, $2.99 per month, free trial for 3 days,$5.99 each quarter and $14.99 for permanent. - The account will be charged for the selected package within 24 hours prior to the current deadline. - Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions can be managed by the user and can be turned off after the purchase to the user's account settings to turn off automatic renewal. - Any unused portion of the free trial period (if provided) will be lost when the user purchases the feature subscription. When the purchase is confirmed, the iTunes account will be charged. Privacy Policy: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DQ0FrWUdkVGZrS2xF Terms of Use: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DQ3dDTFFLQm93ZmZa * Price is equivalent to "Apple App Store Matrix" The equivalent of the dollar-denominated subscription price.

About

QR Live Scanner

This utility app instantly scans QR codes and barcodes, offering product price comparisons and authenticity verification. It also features NFC reading and a robust QR code generator with custom logo options.

Highlights
  • Instant QR and barcode scanning
  • Product barcode lookup and price comparison
  • NFC tag reading
  • Custom QR code generation with logo
  • Scan codes from photos
  • Scan history
Features
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Go beyond a standard camera! QR Live Scanner is your next-generation, all-in-one QR code reader equipped with advanced product barcode lookup, NFC reading, and professional QR creation tools. Save time, verify product authenticity before you buy, and organize your digital world with a single tap. No need to press any buttons; simply point your camera and let it do the rest instantly! It is your ultimate scanning app, loaded with professional QR generation and batch inventory scanning features. ▶ How to scan a code? Open our app, point your camera, and instantly scan any QR code or barcode. QR Live Scanner supports all popular formats: QR CODE, EAN13, UPC, ITF14, CODE128, AZTEC, DATAMATRIX, and hundreds more. See results immediately; access links, view product details, or save your scans. ▶ How to verify authenticity and compare prices? It works as a powerful product scanner and price checker. Use it as a Walmart scanner or a general price checker, instantly compare deals, and make smarter shopping decisions. It can even provide information to verify if a barcode matches the actual product. Just follow the in-app guidelines! KEY FEATURES: Smart Product & Price Lookup (Premium): Scan a product barcode in-store. Instantly compare online prices and detailed product information to save money. NFC Tag Reader: Stand out with advanced NFC support. Read smart tags, digital business cards, and modern menus simply by holding your phone near them. Comprehensive QR Creator: Design custom QR codes in seconds. Add your own logo while creating a QR Code. Instantly generate codes for VCards (digital business cards), Wi-Fi passwords, social media profiles, websites, and hidden text. Ultimate Scanning Power: Instantly decode QR codes and barcodes directly from photos in your gallery, not just the live camera. Advanced Scan History: All your previously scanned codes and product prices are securely saved on your device. Never lose track of a scan. SUPPORTED FORMATS: Product Barcodes (UPC, EAN, ISBN), VCard (Contacts), Web Links (URL), Wi-Fi Hotspots, Location/Map Coordinates, E-mail, SMS, Calendar Events, and Discount Coupons. The only QR and Barcode tool you will ever need. Download now and turn your phone into a powerful scanning assistant! STAY CONNECTED Web: https://www.kivapps.com Privacy Policy: https://www.kivapps.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.kivapps.com/terms Support: info@kivapps.com

Screenshots

Text Extract(文字提取)4 screens
QR Live Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Text Extract(文字提取) at 79% against QR Live Scanner's 33%. Text Extract(文字提取) also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). QR Live Scanner's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Text Extract(文字提取) sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days and QR Live Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Live Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41 and 23 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Text Extract(文字提取)'s written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Live Scanner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Text Extract(文字提取) ships an update every 2 weeks, QR Live Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Text Extract(文字提取) versus QR Live Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText Extract(文字提取)QR Live Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (41 ratings)4.7 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings41 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer净 陈Mustafa Aksoy

Customer experience

Text Extract(文字提取)

All ratings39 ratings
Positive82.1%
Neutral10.3%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews355 reviews
Positive78.6%
Neutral11.0%
Negative10.4%

QR Live Scanner

All ratings23 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Text Extract(文字提取)

Subscriptions6
  • Text extraction for 1 week.$0.497 Days
  • Text extraction for 1 month3 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Text extraction for 1 week$1.497 Days
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  • Text extraction for 3 months$2.993 Months
  • Text extraction for 1 month3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Text extraction for 3 months$5.993 Months
One-time1
  • Text extraction permanent VIP$14.99
2 purchases

QR Live Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month

Questions

Is Text Extract(文字提取) free?
Text Extract(文字提取) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Live Scanner free?
QR Live Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Text Extract(文字提取) or QR Live Scanner?
QR Live Scanner is rated higher. Text Extract(文字提取) averages 4.4 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while QR Live Scanner averages 4.7 from 23 ratings.
Do Text Extract(文字提取) or QR Live Scanner have ads?
QR Live Scanner shows ads; Text Extract(文字提取) does not.
Which is updated more often, Text Extract(文字提取) or QR Live Scanner?
Text Extract(文字提取) ships an update every 2 weeks, and QR Live Scanner monthly. Most recently, Text Extract(文字提取) was updated on October 26, 2026 and QR Live Scanner on October 20, 2026.

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