Comparison

QR Reader for iPhone vs MeowSolver

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader for iPhone

This app functions as a versatile scanner, capable of reading QR codes, barcodes, business cards, and documents. It also allows for the creation of custom QR codes and provides features like auto-detect scanning and website security checks.

Highlights
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • Document and business card scanning
  • Puzzle scanning
  • Database scanning
  • NFC scanning
  • QR code creation
Features
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The number #1 QR Code & Barcode Scanner worldwide — Download now for FREE! ◆ OVER 100 MILLION USERS ◆ All-in-one AI scanner: scan QR codes, barcodes, documents, urls, puzzles and business cards. PRODUCTS - Instant Product Search: Scan products to find prices, deals, coupons, recipes, and related Wikipedia articles or videos in seconds. HEALTH -Health & Ingredient Impact: Scan food and personal care products to instantly analyze ingredients and see their overall health impact.* EXPIRY TRACKER - Save Money & Reduce Waste: Track expiry dates for your groceries and household products. Get timely notifications before items go bad! PDF & DOCUMENT SCANNER - Smart Document Scanner: Turn your iPhone into a digital scanner with automatic edge detection and visual cleanup filters. - Sign, Annotate & Redact: Easily sign contracts, mark up notes, or blackout sensitive information. - AI Assistance: Chat with your documents! Search keywords, run OCR, summarize, translate, or rewrite text instantly. - Study & Learn: Turn any scanned document or textbook into quizzes and flashcards in seconds. CREATE & SHARE -Custom QR Generator: Create personalized QR codes and barcodes, then export them in high-resolution PNG or SVG formats. - Instant Sharing: Share results seamlessly via Email, Messages, Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, X, and more. ADVANCED TOOLS - Database Scanner: Export and stream scanned barcode data directly to your server or API. - Business Card Scanner: Automatically capture and save business contacts directly to your phone. - CSV Data Export: Easily export your entire scan history to CSV files for seamless tracking and organization. PLAY - Puzzle & Game Scanner: Scan, solve, and play interactive puzzles. SAFETY FIRST - Link Previews: Preview and approve website links before opening them. --------------- TAPMEDIA ONE SUBSCRIPTION Provides full access to the TapMedia ONE app bundle for the duration of the subscription. Subscription Length: Monthly (includes a 3 day free trial). DATABASE SCANNER SUBSCRIPTION Provides unrestricted access to Database Scanner features for the duration of the subscription. Subscription Length: Monthly (includes a 3 day free trial). TERMS & RENEWAL DETAILS: Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, identifying the cost of the renewal. You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. All prices are subject to change without notification. Promotional pricing is temporary and cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. To avoid being charged, cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the trial or current billing period ends via your iTunes Account settings: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm --------------- *Health insights for informational purposes only; not medical or dietary advice.

About

MeowSolver

Features
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MeowSolver is a lightweight utility that solves placement logic puzzles. The kind where every row, column, and color region gets exactly one cat, and no two cats can touch, even diagonally. Instead of entering clues one by one, you paint the entire board yourself. Pick a grid size from 5×5 to 10×10, choose a color from the palette, and drag across cells to fill in regions. When your board matches the puzzle you're working on, tap Solve. The algorithm finds a valid placement in seconds and shows you exactly where each cat goes. HOW IT WORKS: Set your grid size (5×5 through 10×10) Select a color and drag to paint regions onto the grid Tap Solve, and cats appear on the board instantly Tap Clear to start over with a fresh grid BUILT FOR SPEED: The solver uses a constraint-based backtracking algorithm that prunes invalid branches early. Even large 10×10 boards resolve quickly. NO DATA, NO ADS, NO ACCOUNTS: MeowSolver runs entirely on your device. Nothing is collected, nothing is tracked, nothing is sent anywhere. Open the app, solve your puzzle, move on.

Screenshots

QR Reader for iPhone4 screens
MeowSolver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MeowSolver at none against QR Reader for iPhone's 4. MeowSolver also leads on ads (none vs shown). QR Reader for iPhone's advantage is chart position (#53 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.5). On price 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 Reader for iPhone sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. MeowSolver asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
QR Reader for iPhone versus MeowSolver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader for iPhoneMeowSolver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4M ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.4M — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#53 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size387 MB2 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdBigyan Tripathi

Bugs and requests

QR Reader for iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Freezing or crashing issues
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Thumbnail issues and unwanted app attachments

Requested features

5 requests
  • Create QR codes
  • Add contact information to phone
  • Improve PDF handling
  • Fix puzzle scanning feature
  • Add dark mode option

MeowSolver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Reader for iPhone

Subscriptions3
  • Database Scanner (1 month)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • QR Reader PRO (one-time fee)$2.99
None

MeowSolver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader for iPhone free?
QR Reader for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MeowSolver free?
MeowSolver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Reader for iPhone or MeowSolver have ads?
QR Reader for iPhone shows ads; MeowSolver does not.

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