Comparison

QR Code Saver vs Nelko

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Saver

Features
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This app allows you to scan QR codes, generate QR codes and save those QR codes locally. By saving QR Codes you can easily manage those QR Codes.

About

Nelko

This app offers a smart and creative label design experience with powerful editing tools, AI features, and a vast template library. It simplifies label creation for home, office, study, and gift packaging, making printing effortless and precise.

Highlights
  • Refreshed intuitive UI
  • All-in-one label creation
  • Massive template library
  • AI image generation
  • AI cutout tool
  • Support for various label types
Features
Currently charting
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Unlock your creativity with the Nelko App, the ultimate companion for your Nelko label and photo printers. Designed to bring your ideas to life, this powerful tool connects seamlessly with your hardware to help you design, edit, and print in seconds. Whether you are organizing your workspace, decorating a journal, or printing instant photos, Nelko provides everything you need to create without limits. Key Features: Versatile Printing: Seamlessly connect to all Nelko products to tackle any organizational or creative project. 1,000+ Design Resources: Access a massive, constantly updated library of over 1,000 templates, customizable stickers, and unique icons. AI-Enhanced Tools: Type keywords to generate original AI artwork, or use the smart cutout feature to instantly remove backgrounds for custom shapes. Total Customization: Choose from a wide variety of fonts, layouts, and formatting options to make every label and photo uniquely yours. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

QR Code Saver3 screens
Nelko4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Nelko at every 8 days against QR Code Saver's every 8 months. Nelko also leads on chart position (#179 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 Saver sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Nelko sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Saver ships an update every 8 months, Nelko every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
QR Code Saver versus Nelko: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code SaverNelko
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (20K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—95.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—20K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
Best chart rank—#179 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS15.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAshen Ishanka CosthaE-z Ink Technology Co., Ltd

Bugs and requests

QR Code Saver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Nelko

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Printing misalignment after update
  • Connectivity issues with newer devices
  • Font size becoming too large after update

Requested features

4 requests
  • Barcode scanning capability
  • More font and design options
  • Ability to delete saved templates
  • Indicator for remaining label count

In-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code Saver

One-time1
  • QR Code Saver Premium$0.99
8 purchases

Nelko

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly - Limited Time Deal3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Quarterly - Limited Time Deal$9.993 Months
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  • Quarterly Subscription$15.993 Months
  • Annual - Limited Time Deal$24.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription$45.991 Year
One-time2
  • 100 points, valid for 1 month$3.99
  • 300 points, valid for 2 months$8.99

Questions

Is QR Code Saver free?
QR Code Saver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nelko free?
Nelko is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code Saver or Nelko have ads?
Neither QR Code Saver nor Nelko shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Saver or Nelko?
QR Code Saver ships an update every 8 months, and Nelko every 8 days. Most recently, QR Code Saver was updated on September 29, 2026 and Nelko on October 14, 2026.

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