Comparison

Qscan vs Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Qscan

This app transforms your camera into a versatile scanner for QR codes, barcodes, and food items. It offers instant identification of dishes, detailed macro breakdowns, and price comparison for barcodes. Effortlessly connect to Wi-Fi, open URLs, and more with a single tap.

Highlights
  • AI food recognition for calorie counting
  • Instant identification of dishes and ingredients
  • Detailed macro breakdowns (calories, protein, fats, carbs)
  • Universal QR and barcode scanner
  • Price comparison for shopping
  • Smart actions for URLs, Wi-Fi, and contacts
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Transform your camera into a superpower today. Stop switching between apps. Whether you’re trying to join a Wi-Fi network, compare prices at the grocery store, or track your daily macros, QScan does it all in a single tap. Using advanced AI and lightning-fast scanning technology, we’ve combined a professional-grade barcode reader with an intelligent nutrition assistant. AI Food Recognition: Calorie Counting Made Simple Forget manual logging. Just point your camera at your plate, take a photo, and let our AI do the heavy lifting. Instant Identification: Recognizes thousands of dishes and ingredients. Detailed Macros: Get instant breakdowns of calories, protein, fats, and carbs. Universal Scanner: QR & Barcodes The fastest scanner in your pocket. Period Every Format Supported: QR codes, Data Matrix, Aztec, UPC, EAN, Code 39, and more. Price Comparison: Scan barcodes while shopping to find the best deals online. Smart Actions: Open URLs, add contacts, connect to Wi-Fi, or find product locations instantly. To get access to the premium content and functionality, you can choose between a week, monthly, and yearly auto-renewable subscription. This is a recurring transaction that will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of your subscription. Renewals will be charged at the same cost within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://fliyinadsdev.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://fliyinadsdev.com/terms

About

Scanner

Transform your device into a powerful document scanner. Capture, edit, sign, and share PDFs and images quickly and efficiently. Features include OCR, electronic signatures, and secure storage for all your important documents.

Highlights
  • Smart document scanning with auto edge detection
  • Electronic signature functionality
  • Text recognition (OCR) for editable text
  • Dedicated ID and passport scanning mode
  • Advanced PDF editing tools
  • Secure storage with passcode protection
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Turn your iPhone into the ultimate document scanner. PDF Scanner is designed for those who value speed and quality. Scan, edit, sign, and share any document in seconds, from business contracts to ID cards. Say goodbye to bulky office hardware and hello to a smart, pocket-sized PDF factory. MAIN FEATURES: SMART DOCUMENT SCANNER – High-resolution scans with automatic edge detection and perspective correction. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE – Sign contracts and agreements on the go. Just draw your signature and apply it to any page. TEXT RECOGNITION (OCR) – Convert images into editable text. Extract information from receipts or books instantly. ID & PASSPORT MODE – Special mode for quick and perfectly aligned scans of your identification documents. ADVANCED PDF EDITOR – Merge multiple scans into one PDF, reorder pages, or crop images with professional filters. EASY SHARING – Export to PDF or JPEG and share via Email, WhatsApp, Slack, or upload to your favorite cloud storage. SECURE STORAGE – Keep your sensitive documents private with passcode protection. Download PDF Scanner and enjoy professional scanning! Subscription Information: Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable https://portcanyamel.com/terms https://portcanyamel.com/privacy

Screenshots

Qscan4 screens
Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scanner at 100% against Qscan's 24%. Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, 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. Qscan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qscan ships an update every 3 months, Scanner every 6 days. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Qscan versus Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQscanScanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—26 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFliyin AdsPort Canyamel Sociedad Limitada

Customer experience

Qscan

Written reviews88 reviews
Positive23.9%
Neutral2.3%
Negative73.9%

Scanner

All ratings26 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Qscan

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Cancellation page fails to load or spins indefinitely
  • Ads prevent camera access and functionality
  • App logs out users after ads complete
  • QR code scanning fails frequently
  • Feedback form unable to send messages
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  • Unauthorized automatic charges
  • Face scan accidentally triggers purchases

Requested features

6 requests
  • Screenshot QR code scanning capability
  • Longer trial period (3+ days minimum)
  • Clear, accessible cancellation process
  • Ad-free or reduced ad experience
  • Free tier without premium features
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  • Better customer support channels

Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Qscan

Subscriptions3
  • Pro week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Month$19.991 Month
  • 1 year3 Days trial$89.991 Year
2 purchases

Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$14.991 Month

Questions

Is Qscan free?
Qscan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanner free?
Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Qscan or Scanner have ads?
Both Qscan and Scanner show ads.
Which is updated more often, Qscan or Scanner?
Qscan ships an update every 3 months, and Scanner every 6 days. Most recently, Qscan was updated on September 30, 2026 and Scanner on September 30, 2026.

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