Comparison

ClearNode vs Scan QR

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

Head to head
About

ClearNode

This app provides remote control and management for ClearNode devices, enabling users to configure settings, connect to nodes, and control integrated radio functions. It also allows for audio stream playback and monitoring of multiple devices.

Highlights
  • Configure AllStar, Echolink, and DMR credentials
  • Control radio parameters (frequency, CTCSS, volume)
  • Connect/disconnect from remote nodes
  • Catalog and search active node lists
  • Monitor and control multiple devices
  • Play delayed audio streams
  • Power down or reboot device
Features
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The ClearNode App allows you to: - Set up your ClearNode with your AllStar, Echolink and DMR credentials and settings - Configure important parameters for Asterisk and USB Audio - Connect and disconnect your ClearNode device from remote nodes and servers - Keep a catalog of the nodes you have connected to - Search the AllStar, Echolink and DMR active node lists - Control the integrated radio: Tx/Rx frequency, CTCSS codes, Squelch, Volume, Emphasis, High Pass and Low Pass, bandwidth - Power down or reboot your ClearNode Device - Play a delayed stream (~20 sec) of the audio traffic on your ClearNode (Tx and Rx), also play the stream to your public Broadcastify account - The ClearNode App detects and displays your ClearNode's current IP Addresses - If you have multiple ClearNode devices you can monitor and control them all from a single ClearNode Mobile App This application is a support/remote control utility for ClearNode devices built by Gerry Filby/W6WNG.

About

Scan QR

Features
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Our app allows you to easily scan both QR and barcodes, maintain a detailed history of all your scans, and create new QR codes quickly and efficiently. FREE FEATURES: SCAN ANYTHING Scan any QR codes and barcodes quickly and easily! A user-friendly interface and simple navigation make the process as smooth as possible. Use your device's camera to scan codes. CREATE YOUR CODES Create unique QR codes for Wi-Fi, Email, URL, phone, VCard, and text. Personalize your codes and share them with others! CUSTOMIZE CODE COLORS Customize the color and shape of your generated QR codes to match your style or branding. GET ALL INFORMATION Get important information from any code: nutrition data, discounts, price history, phone numbers, login details, payment data, product links, and up to 4000 characters of text. HISTORY All scanned codes are saved in the history so you can revisit them anytime. MULTIPLE FORMATS Supports over 15 types of QR codes and barcodes, including Aztec Code, CodaBar, Code 32, Code 128, UPS Code, DataMatrix, EAN-2, EAN-5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-14, ISBN-10, ISBN-13, JAN, MaxiCode, MicroPDF417, MicroQR Code, PDFCode, UPC-A, UPC-E, and more. PRO FEATURES: UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES Create an unlimited number of QR codes for any need. No restrictions! AD-FREE Enjoy using the app without annoying ads and commercials. EXPORT HISTORY Export your scan history to a CSV file for easy management and record-keeping. Ideal for professionals who need to keep track of multiple scans. Download Scan QR-code for free and enjoy all the basic features, or upgrade to Premium for full access to professional features. You can cancel your subscription anytime in the phone settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions with a free trial period automatically renew to a paid subscription. Terms of Use https://qrcodeapp.org/terms_of_use.html Privacy Policy https://qrcodeapp.org/privacy_policy.html Support page https://qrcodeapp.org/scanqrcode_support.html

Screenshots

ClearNode4 screens
Scan QR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ClearNode at none against Scan QR's 2. ClearNode also leads on ads (none vs shown). Scan QR's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price and device support 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. Scan QR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. ClearNode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClearNode ships an update every 3 weeks, Scan QR daily. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ClearNode versus Scan QR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClearNodeScan QR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB56 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGerry FilbyIvan Kuvshinov

In-app purchases

None

ClearNode

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Scan QR

Subscriptions2
  • All Access7 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • All Access annual$35.901 Year

Questions

Is ClearNode free?
ClearNode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scan QR free?
Scan QR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ClearNode or Scan QR have ads?
Scan QR shows ads; ClearNode does not.
Which is updated more often, ClearNode or Scan QR?
ClearNode ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scan QR daily. Most recently, ClearNode was updated on October 14, 2026 and Scan QR on October 7, 2026.

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