QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan vs PLinkVPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan
Easily scan QR codes and barcodes by simply pointing your device's camera. This utility offers instant results, a helpful flashlight for low-light conditions, and keeps a history of your scans. No internet connection is needed for this fast and effective tool.
- Instant QR and barcode scanning
- Flashlight for low-light
- Scan history
- No internet required
- Minimalist material design
- Simple to use
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- HOW IT WORKS To scan QR code or barcode, open the app and point the camera at the code, and you're done! App will quickly read the code and give you the details behind the code. In order to use the app, your device must have a built-in camera. FEATURES OF QR CODE READER / BARCODE SCANNER ● Beautiful minimalist material design ● Scans instantly ● Simple to use ● Flashlight for scans in low visibility ● Scan history ● No internet connection required Fast and effective. The app opens instantly in real-time scanning mode. Subscription Terms - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner Related Terms - Terms of Service: https://bit.ly/3tgBMEc - Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/2Qro3f0
PLinkVPN
This application provides a secure and stable connection for internet browsing. It aims to offer a fast and reliable user experience for accessing online content.
- Fast connection
- Secure browsing
- Stable performance
- Reliable internet access
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The fastest, safest and most stable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan at 100% against PLinkVPN's 8%. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). PLinkVPN's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and PLinkVPN sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71 and 34 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan's written reviews are positive against 8% of PLinkVPN's.
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, PLinkVPN every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan | PLinkVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (71 ratings) — better | 2.1 (34 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 8.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 71 — better | 34 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mert Vardar | QUANTNOVA LABS PTE. LTD. |
Customer experience
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan
PLinkVPN
In-app purchases
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan
- QR Code Reader & Barcode +3 Days trial$4.491 Month
- QR Code Reader & Barcode +$4.991 Month
- QR Code Scanner Maker +3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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- QR Code Scanner Maker +$39.991 Year
PLinkVPN
- PLink monthly plan$6.99
- PLink season plan$18.99
- PLink half-yearly plan$33.99
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- PLink yearly plan$59.99
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