Comparison

LiDAR Sense vs XQR Scan

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

Head to head
About

LiDAR Sense

This utility app uses your device's LiDAR sensor to translate physical space into haptic and audio feedback. It allows you to "feel" and "hear" the proximity of objects around you, with adjustable ranges and spatial audio support for immersive experiences.

Highlights
  • LiDAR-based spatial awareness
  • Haptic feedback for object proximity
  • Spatial audio positioning with compatible headphones
  • Adjustable vibration and sound ranges
  • Mono audio without spatial audio
  • iPad audio-only mode
Features
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Feel and Hear the space around you. Hold your device in front of you, and point with the rear-facing LiDAR Sensor. The closer something is to your device, the stronger it will vibrate, the louder it will sound. Hear the Spatial position with AirPods Pro / Max. Swing and tilt your device in all directions, and the Spatial sound match it's position. Without Spatial audio, sounds will appear Mono. Adjust Vibration & Sound ranges up to 8 Meters. iPad does not have vibration hardware. LiDAR Sense on iPad features audio only. [LiDAR Sense is inspired by the open source 'cleAR sight' created at Reality Virtually 2019 By: Bobby Berry, Peter Lu, Media Ridha, Keith Bradley & Mike Dopsa] For support and inquiries, please contact by email: lidarsense@mikedopsa.com

About

XQR Scan

Features
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XQR Scan - the best QR reader & scanner. With its intuitive features, XQR Scan allows you to effortlessly scan and decode various types of QR codes and barcodes, displaying the results in an instant. Additionally, it empowers you to create your own QR codes, whether it's for website URLs, text messages, or even Wi-Fi credentials, enabling convenient sharing with friends through image-based formats. - Effortless QR Code and Barcode Recognition - Create Personalized QR Codes - Share with Ease - User-Friendly Interface - Secure and Privacy-Focused: Note: XQR Scan is designed for scanning and generating QR codes and barcodes. It is important to exercise caution when scanning codes from unknown or untrusted sources to ensure your safety and security. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. For 24 hours before the end of subscription period from your account will be charged a payment for subscription renew and the cost of renewal is determined. You can manage own subscriptions. If you want to disable auto renew, you need go to Account Settings after subscription purchase. Any unused part of the trial period, if it exists, will be canceled after subscription purchase, where it's applicable. Terms: https://xqrscan.com/terms/ Privacy: https://xqrscan.com/privacy/ Support: support@xqrscan.com

Screenshots

LiDAR Sense2 screens
XQR Scan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LiDAR Sense at none against XQR Scan's 3. LiDAR Sense also leads on ads (none vs shown). XQR Scan's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 11 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. XQR Scan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. LiDAR Sense asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LiDAR Sense ships an update every 11 months, XQR Scan every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LiDAR Sense versus XQR Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiDAR SenseXQR Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMike DopsaIINTERGO PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

None

LiDAR Sense

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

XQR Scan

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly VIP3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly VIP3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is LiDAR Sense free?
LiDAR Sense is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XQR Scan free?
XQR Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LiDAR Sense or XQR Scan have ads?
XQR Scan shows ads; LiDAR Sense does not.
Which is updated more often, LiDAR Sense or XQR Scan?
LiDAR Sense ships an update every 11 months, and XQR Scan every 10 days. Most recently, LiDAR Sense was updated on October 1, 2026 and XQR Scan on October 18, 2026.

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