Qrafter vs QR code Scanner (by Danver)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Qrafter
This app is a powerful tool for scanning and generating QR codes and barcodes. It offers extensive customization options for code design, including logos and colors. Advanced features like encryption, URL safety checks, and inventory scanning make it a versatile solution for personal and professional use.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Create custom QR codes with logos
- Encrypt QR codes with password protection
- URL safety check
- Inventory scanner mode
- Organize scan history with folders
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The most powerful QR Code Scanner and Generator since 2011. Qrafter has everything you need to scan, create, and design QR Codes and barcodes. Trusted by millions of users, Qrafter's extensive feature set has been refined over the years. Key Features • Full English Support: Qrafter is fully localized in English for an intuitive and comfortable user experience. • Versatile Scanning: Swiftly and accurately scan QR Codes, Micro QR Codes, Data Matrix, Aztec Codes, PDF417, and a variety of barcodes. Scan codes from your Photos app, or scan multiple codes in the same session. • Custom QR Code Design: Design unique, eye-catching QR Codes with custom colors, logos, backgrounds, and styles for your brand, business, or personal use. • Comprehensive Code Generation: Create QR Codes, barcodes, and other formats for your business, personal use, or marketing campaigns. • Unique Features: QR Code compression and QR Code encryption with password protection set Qrafter apart from the rest. • History: Easily access and manage previously scanned or generated codes with the most customizable history feature. Organize codes into folders, synchronize across devices with iCloud, or store selected information locally on your device. History can also be secured with biometric authentication like Face ID. • Advanced Parsing: Qrafter smartly parses URLs, contact information, events, location data, email and SMS sending options, Wi-Fi connection details, and more, presenting the results in a user-friendly and meaningful manner. • URL Safety Check: Reveals the destination URL for short links, helping you detect potentially malicious content. • Passkey QR Code Support: Log in faster and more safely to websites that support passkeys, using QR Codes. • Auto Wi-Fi Connection: Scan a QR Code containing Wi-Fi network credentials and connect to the network automatically without manual entry. • Inventory Scanner Mode: Transform Qrafter into a customized inventory app. With each scan, Qrafter calls a custom API endpoint in the background. You can fully customize the API endpoint URL. • Optimized for iPad: Experience a fully custom user interface for iPad, perfect for educational institutions and professional use. Qrafter's iPad user interface is designed to make the best use of the larger screen, with full multitasking support. • Apple Watch Companion: Your history is on your wrist. Show a saved ticket, loyalty card or Wi-Fi code from the watch, page through the other formats of a code, and open it full screen. • VoiceOver Customizations: Qrafter is fully accessible and committed to providing a seamless experience for all users. With its VoiceOver customizations, visually impaired users can easily navigate, scan, and generate codes. Supported Code Types • 2D Codes: QR Code, Micro QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec Code, PDF417 • Barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 DataBar Limited • Postal Barcodes: RM4SCC, IMb, Japan Post, KIX End user license agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
QR code Scanner (by Danver)
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See the real data inside QR codes! When you scan a QR code with your camera app, it automatically redirects you to websites, making you miss the original data embedded in the QR code. Shortened URLs like bit.ly or goo.gl redirect immediately, hiding the actual content. QR Code Scanner (by Danver) shows you exactly what's encoded in the QR code. Key Features: • Original Data Display - Shows the exact content embedded in QR codes • No Auto-Redirect - Review content before choosing to visit links • Multiple Scan Methods - Live camera scanning & image gallery import • One-Tap Copy - Instantly copy scanned data to clipboard Perfect for: - Those who want to see shortened URLs (bit.ly, etc.) as they are - Marketers analyzing tracking parameters and UTM tags in QR codes - Security-conscious users who verify content before visiting - Developers who need raw QR code data - Anyone wanting to check suspicious links before clicking Additional Features: - Dark mode support - 10 language support (English, 한국어, 日本語, 中文, Español, etc.) - Complete offline functionality - Fast scanning speed Real-World Example: - QR Code contains: bit.ly/abc123 → App shows "bit.ly/abc123" exactly - Regular camera: Auto-redirects to final site → Original URL lost - This app: View original data → Choose whether to visit Experience a true privacy-focused QR scanner, not just another QR reader! --- Privacy Policy: https://danver.io/danver-qrcode/privacy Terms of Service: https://danver.io/danver-qrcode/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR code Scanner (by Danver) at none against Qrafter's 3. QR code Scanner (by Danver) also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Qrafter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. QR code Scanner (by Danver) asks for nothing beyond the download.
Qrafter ships an update every 2 weeks, QR code Scanner (by Danver) every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Qrafter | QR code Scanner (by Danver) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Kerem Erkan | Danver |
Bugs and requests
Qrafter
Reported bugs
2 issues- Crashes on iOS 9.3.1 after October 2019 update
- Issues with scanning QR codes from photos
Requested features
4 requests- Support for more barcode types
- Apple Watch complication
- Ability to embed photos in QR codes
- Improved UI for QR code creation
QR code Scanner (by Danver)
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Qrafter
- Pro Pack3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Pro Pack3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Pro Pack - Lifetime$124.99
QR code Scanner (by Danver)
No in-app purchases
Questions
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