Comparison

QR Code Reader vs Screen Mirroring & CastConnect

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

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to access website links, product details, and more. Generate custom QR codes for various information and utilize business-specific features for inventory management and data export. Offers unlimited scan history and iCloud sync across devices.

Highlights
  • Scan all major QR and barcode formats
  • Search products on Amazon, eBay, Google
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Business scanner mode for inventory
  • Export scan history as CSV
  • Unlimited scan history
  • iCloud sync across devices
Features
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QR Code Scanner and Barcode Reader Fast Free and Powerful Turn your iPhone into a powerful QR Code Scanner and Barcode Reader. Instantly scan any QR code or barcode to get product details website links contact info WiFi access events and more 100 percent free. Whether you are shopping managing inventory or sharing information this all in one QR and Barcode Scanner app gives you speed accuracy and smart features in one simple interface. Fast and Accurate QR Code Scanner • Using Apple native scanning technology for fast and reliable results. Supports all major formats including QR Code EAN 13 EAN 8 UPC A UPC E Code 128 Data Matrix PDF417 Aztec Interleaved 2 of 5 Code 39 Code 93 Codabar DataBar and more. • Barcode Scanner with Smart Product Search • Scan barcodes to instantly search products on popular platforms like Amazon eBay and Google. • You can also customize your own preferred websites for barcode lookup. • Perfect for price comparison online shopping and product research. • Create and Share QR Codes Easily • Generate custom QR codes for website URLs WiFi passwords contacts vCard calendar events text messages emails and phone numbers. • Share instantly or display on your Apple Watch for quick access anytime. • Business Scanner Mode Inventory and QA Tool • Designed for small businesses. • Instantly send scanned data to your own web server • Manage product inventory efficiently • Improve quality control workflows • Export scan history as CSV • Import your CSV into Microsoft Excel or Apple Numbers. • Save or sync via iCloud Drive Dropbox or Google Drive. • Unlimited History and iCloud Sync • Unlimited scan history • Auto sync across all your Apple devices • Quick search via Spotlight • Secure and private Why Choose This QR Scanner • Free QR Code Scanner • Free Barcode Scanner • No complicated setup • Clean simple interface • Perfect for everyday use and business needs • Fast secure reliable • Whether you need a QR code reader barcode scanner for shopping or a business inventory scanner this app delivers professional performance in your pocket. Download now and start scanning smarter today. Privacy Policy: https://scannowpro.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://scannowpro.com/terms-of-service

About

Screen Mirroring & CastConnect

Easily cast photos, videos, web content, and even your entire screen to your smart TV without cables. This app automatically detects compatible devices on your Wi-Fi for a seamless streaming experience. Control playback directly from your phone.

Highlights
  • Automatic TV and device detection
  • Cast photos, videos, and web content
  • Full screen mirroring via AirPlay
  • In-app remote control for playback
  • Support for IPTV/M3U playlists
  • Document casting
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a remote, a screen mirror, and a media hub for your TV — all in one app. CastConnect detects the TVs and casting devices on your Wi-Fi automatically, so you can send what's on your phone to the big screen in seconds. No cables. No codes. No complicated setup. CAST TO YOUR TV, INSTANTLY Works with most modern smart TVs and streaming devices on your Wi-Fi — plus a guided AirPlay mirroring flow for Apple TV and AirPlay-compatible TVs. IT FINDS YOUR DEVICES FOR YOU Open the app and it scans your Wi-Fi for available TVs, then tells you what's ready to cast. Tap and connect — that's it. SEND YOUR MEDIA TO THE BIG SCREEN • Photos & videos straight from your gallery • Web videos from the sites you browse • Web images from any page • Live TV with your own IPTV / M3U playlists • PDFs & documents, page by page MIRROR YOUR WHOLE SCREEN Follow the built-in, two-tap guide to mirror your entire screen with AirPlay — great for apps, games, presentations, and browsing. TOTAL CONTROL WHILE YOU CAST Play, pause, and adjust the volume right from your phone with the built-in remote and mini-player. STREAMS OVER YOUR OWN WI-FI Your photos and videos are sent across your local network to your TV — not uploaded to our servers. SPEAKS YOUR LANGUAGE Fully localized in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Hindi, Japanese, and Chinese. Note: Some streaming apps block casting of DRM-protected video (e.g., certain subscription services) — this is an industry-wide limitation, not an app issue. Download CastConnect and put your favorite content on the big screen. SUBSCRIPTION CastConnect is free to download with ads and a daily casting limit. CastConnect Premium is an auto-renewable subscription that removes ads and unlocks unlimited casting: • Screen Mirroring & CastConnect Monthly — 1 month • Screen Mirroring & CastConnect Yearly — 1 year A free trial may be offered. Prices are shown in the app before purchase and may vary by region. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically for the same period and price unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. For more details on managing subscriptions, visit: https://support.apple.com/en-us/118428 Terms of Use (EULA): https://sites.google.com/view/identiq-infotech-tos/home Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/identiq-infotech/home Thank you for choosing us.

Screenshots

QR Code Reader4 screens
Screen Mirroring & CastConnect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Screen Mirroring & CastConnect at daily against QR Code Reader's every 2 weeks. QR Code Reader's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. QR Code Reader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Screen Mirroring & CastConnect sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for QR Code Reader against 4.5 for Screen Mirroring & CastConnect. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 34 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, Screen Mirroring & CastConnect daily. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QR Code Reader versus Screen Mirroring & CastConnect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ReaderScreen Mirroring & CastConnect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (37 ratings)4.5 (34 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings37 — better34
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB65 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperQuang TranJanki Panchani

Customer experience

QR Code Reader

All ratings37 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative10.8%

Screen Mirroring & CastConnect

All ratings34 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Code Reader

Subscriptions4
  • QR Code Reader Pro 1 week$4.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader Pro 1 week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader Pro (1 Month)$14.991 Month
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  • QR Code Reader Pro 1 Month$29.991 Month
2 purchases

Screen Mirroring & CastConnect

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Access$9.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$79.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Mirroring & CastConnect free?
Screen Mirroring & CastConnect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader or Screen Mirroring & CastConnect?
Screen Mirroring & CastConnect is rated higher. QR Code Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while Screen Mirroring & CastConnect averages 4.5 from 34 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader or Screen Mirroring & CastConnect have ads?
Both QR Code Reader and Screen Mirroring & CastConnect show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader or Screen Mirroring & CastConnect?
QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screen Mirroring & CastConnect daily. Most recently, QR Code Reader was updated on October 7, 2026 and Screen Mirroring & CastConnect on October 8, 2026.

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