Comparison

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.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Instant QR and barcode scanning
  • Flashlight for low-light
  • Scan history
  • No internet required
  • Minimalist material design
  • Simple to use
Features
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • Fast connection
  • Secure browsing
  • Stable performance
  • Reliable internet access
Features
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The fastest, safest and most stable.

Screenshots

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan4 screens
PLinkVPN3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan versus PLinkVPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader & Barcode ScanPLinkVPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (71 ratings) — better2.1 (34 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better8.3% of reviews
Number of ratings71 — better34
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMert VardarQUANTNOVA LABS PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan

All ratings71 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PLinkVPN

All ratings34 ratings
Positive20.6%
Neutral8.8%
Negative70.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive8.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative83.3%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan

Subscriptions4
  • 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
4 purchases

PLinkVPN

One-time4
  • 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

Questions

Is QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan free?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PLinkVPN free?
PLinkVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan or PLinkVPN?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan is rated higher. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan averages 4.8 out of 5 from 71 ratings, while PLinkVPN averages 2.1 from 34 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan or PLinkVPN have ads?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan shows ads; PLinkVPN does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan or PLinkVPN?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, and PLinkVPN every 6 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan was updated on September 22, 2026 and PLinkVPN on September 21, 2026.

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