Comparison

Emergency Contact List vs Scan

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

Head to head
About

Emergency Contact List

Easily manage and access your emergency contact information on your mobile device. Import contacts from CSV files, including specialized formats, and create printable PDF backups. Secure your data with biometric authentication.

Highlights
  • Import contacts from CSV files
  • Support for NICA PitZone and TeamSnap formats
  • Create multiple contact lists
  • Biometric security (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Call/message contacts directly
  • Email contacts
  • Export printable PDF backups
Features
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Do you need to carry a list of emergency contacts with you? Maybe you're a coach or managing a group. Emergency Contact List allows you to easily import a CSV file of Emergency Contacts to take with you on the go. Some know CVS types are recognized and better formatted. The app will also export a PDF you can print as an additional backup. Features * Import CSV files Using File Picker or Open in App * Enhanced support for: NICA PitZone, TeamSnap * Multiple Lists can be imported * Protect your list with Face ID or Touch ID if available * All fields can be copied * Phone numbers an be called or opened in messages * Email address can be emailed * Print a PDF of your list as a paper backup

About

Scan

This app provides high-precision scanning for all major 1D and 2D barcode and QR code formats. It offers features like batch scanning, code creation, and organized library management for business and personal use.

Highlights
  • Instant QR and barcode recognition
  • Batch scan mode for multiple codes
  • Organized library with folders
  • QR code generator
  • Tagging system for scans
  • Offline mode access
  • Data export options
Features
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Scan - QR Code Scanner App is a data capture tool for high-precision scanning, supporting all major 1D and 2D formats for business, retail, and personal use. SUPPORTED FORMATS: * Retail & Logistics: UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 39, Code 128, ITF. * Industrial & Pro: Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, Codabar. * Digital & Social: Standard QR, Micro QR, vCard, MeCard. KEY FEATURES: * Instant Scanner: Recognition of all QR and Barcode formats via camera. * Batch Scan Mode: Process multiple codes in a row for retail and inventory management. * Library & Folders: Group codes into custom folders for structured access. * QR Creator: Generate codes for URLs, Wi-Fi networks, Contact Cards (vCard), and Text. * Tagging System: Add custom tags to scans for filtered search. * Offline Mode: Access your entire library without an internet connection. * Data Export: Share and export codes via email, messaging, or social media. USE SCENARIOS: * Inventory Tracking: Use Batch Mode for warehouse stock and asset management. * Price Comparison: Scan product barcodes (EAN/UPC) to find info and deals. * Wi-Fi Sharing: Create or scan QR codes to join networks instantly. * Business Networking: Generate digital business cards via vCard. WORKFLOW TOOLS: * CSV/TXT Support: Export scanned data for Excel or CRM integration. * Low-Light Scanning: Built-in flashlight toggle for dark environments. * Management System: Folder-based storage for high-volume data. ------------------------------------ Subscription Details: Upon confirming the purchase, your iTunes account will be charged. Subscriptions renew automatically unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account will be charged a renewal fee within 24 hours of the end of the current period and will be renewed accordingly. Subscriptions can be managed by users. Visiting the user's iTunes account settings after purchase may disable automatic renewal. For More Information: Terms of Use: https://www.qrreader.space/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.qrreader.space/privacy.html

Screenshots

Emergency Contact List4 screens
Scan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scan at 100% against Emergency Contact List's 0%. Scan also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (238 vs 5). Emergency Contact List's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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 sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Emergency Contact List asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan has 238 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Emergency Contact List's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Emergency Contact List ships an update every 3 weeks, Scan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Emergency Contact List versus Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEmergency Contact ListScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (5 ratings)4.5 (238 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5238 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB228 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDoug DiegoFlex App Limited

Customer experience

Emergency Contact List

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Scan

All ratings238 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral5.5%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Emergency Contact List

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Scan

Subscriptions6
  • Get Unlimited Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlock QR Code AI Generator$6.997 Days
  • Get Unlimited Access$9.997 Days
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  • Get Unlimited Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Unlock QR Code AI Generator$29.991 Year
  • Unlock QR Code AI Generator$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock QR Code AI Generator$69.99

Questions

Is Emergency Contact List free?
Emergency Contact List is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scan free?
Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Emergency Contact List or Scan?
Scan is rated higher. Emergency Contact List averages 3.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Scan averages 4.5 from 238 ratings.
Do Emergency Contact List or Scan have ads?
Neither Emergency Contact List nor Scan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Emergency Contact List or Scan?
Emergency Contact List ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scan every 5 days. Most recently, Emergency Contact List was updated on October 6, 2026 and Scan on October 15, 2026.

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