Comparison

QR Code Reader by Scanwise vs Picture Art

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 by Scanwise

Features
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100% free for all features. No upgrade cost. No Subscription Scanwise scans and reads QR codes and barcodes, supporting: QR codes: - Webpage / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube links / URLs - SMS - Location on Google Map - WiFi Hotspots - Phone Number - Email Address - Text Message Barcodes: - Code-128 - EAN-8 - EAN-13 - UPC-A - UPC-E - ISBN - and more! Simply point and hold Automatic detection of code type. Supports scan from photo If you have a photo of a QR code you may pick the photo for scanning. (Access permission is required for this) Safe browsing You have the option to open a link after reading the scanned link, avoid phishing or malware sites. Supports flashlight and torch You may quickly toggle on the flashlight or torch within the app for scanning in the dark. Auto search for product After scanning product barcodes, you may open and read the product details in browser. Attach useful photo You may want to add photos about a link or a product to make the scans more informative. For example, you just scanned a coffee coupon and you may want to add a photo of the menu or a photo of the shop. Add your own comment on product You may write comments in the app for the products that you find them worth-buying. Amazon search for ISBN barcodes (books) For ISBN barcodes, Scanwise can auto search for books in Amazon. Add to Bookmark Simply click the “Bookmark” icon, you can add your scanned codes such as links, books, albums, etc. to your Bookmark List. Create your own QR codes - Webpage / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube links / URLs - SMS - Location on Google Map - WiFi Hotspots - Phone Number - Email Address - Text Message Export your scans by CSV file Share and export your scan history as CSV file. It is especially suitable for extensive use of scanning QR codes and barcodes. Supports unlimited scan history You may manage unlimited history of all your scans and new QR Codes. If you have comment, feel free to contact us: hklocalscom@gmail.com

About

Picture Art

Effortlessly remove backgrounds from photos with AI-powered tools. Create professional-looking images for various purposes, from passport photos to product shots, with intuitive editing features.

Highlights
  • AI background removal
  • Precise hair and edge detection
  • Multi-object recognition
  • Background templates
  • Passport photo maker
  • Professional editing tools
Features
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Picture Art is a powerful and easy-to-use cutout app that helps you remove backgrounds instantly with AI. Whether you are creating passport photos, product images, posters, thumbnails, or simple photo edits, Picture Art makes every task fast, clean, and professional. Key Features ● One-Tap AI Background Removal Automatically detects and removes backgrounds with high accuracy—perfect for beginners and professionals. ● Precise Hair & Edge Detection Handles hair, transparent objects, fuzzy edges, and fine details naturally and smoothly. ● Multi-Object Recognition Supports cutouts for people, products, pets, vehicles, objects, and more. ● Background Templates Choose from solid colors, gradients, studio backgrounds, scenic photos, and clean e-commerce white backgrounds. ● Passport Photo Maker Instantly generate ID photos with size presets, auto-beauty features, clothing replacement, and HD export. ● Professional Editing Tools Add shadows, filters, text, stickers, overlays, and fine-tune exposure, contrast, and colors. With Picture Art, everyone can create polished, high-quality images in seconds—no design skills needed. Turn your photos into clean, creative works effortlessly!

Screenshots

QR Code Reader by Scanwise4 screens
Picture Art4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: QR Code Reader by Scanwise at 15.1 against Picture Art's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader by Scanwise ships an update every 3 weeks, Picture Art fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
QR Code Reader by Scanwise versus Picture Art: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader by ScanwisePicture Art
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChun Lam新群 陈

In-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader by Scanwise

No in-app purchases

None

Picture Art

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Reader by Scanwise free?
QR Code Reader by Scanwise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Picture Art free?
Picture Art is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Code Reader by Scanwise or Picture Art have ads?
Both QR Code Reader by Scanwise and Picture Art show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader by Scanwise or Picture Art?
QR Code Reader by Scanwise ships an update every 3 weeks, and Picture Art fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader by Scanwise was updated on October 30, 2026 and Picture Art on October 30, 2026.

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