Comparison

QR Reader for iPad vs Basic Calculator+

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 iPad

This app functions as a versatile scanner, capable of reading QR codes, barcodes, and even documents. It offers features like browsing deals, sharing scanned content, and creating QR codes, all with an intuitive auto-detect scanning mechanism.

Highlights
  • Scans QR codes and barcodes
  • PDF Scanner
  • Scan & Share photos and files
  • Auto-detect scanning
  • Create your own QR codes
  • Integrated web browser
Features
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The most simple & easy QR Reader - download now for FREE. Now scans QR codes, barcodes, documents and puzzles. FEATURES - Scans QR codes and barcodes - Browse deals & coupons - PDF Scanner - turns your iPad into a digital scanner - Search by keyword - Scan & Share - scan and share photos & files - Auto-detect scanning. Simply point & hold! - Share using email, MMS, Facebook or Twitter. - Create your own QR codes - Approve websites before visiting them. - Export your scans by CSV - Integrated web browser - Integrated map viewer ------------------------------------ TAPMEDIA PRO SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive access to the apps in the TapMedia PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm --------------------------------------------------- DATABASE SCANNER SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive unrestricted access to Database Scanner for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm

About

Basic Calculator+

Perform essential arithmetic operations with a straightforward calculator app. Its large buttons and clear display ensure ease of use, supporting both portrait and landscape orientations.

Highlights
  • Basic four functions
  • Clear display
  • Large buttons
  • Portrait and landscape modes
  • iPad compatible
Features
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This simple calculator with a clear display and large buttons makes calculations easy. Portrait and landscape modes both available on iPad. This app uses the basic functions of the calculator to make the simplest, best, free calculator in the app store.

Screenshots

Basic Calculator+2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Basic Calculator+ at none against QR Reader for iPad's 3. Basic Calculator+ also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (87% vs 66%). QR Reader for iPad's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. QR Reader for iPad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Basic Calculator+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Basic Calculator+ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Basic Calculator+ has 260K ratings behind it against 27K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of QR Reader for iPad's written reviews are positive against 87% of Basic Calculator+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader for iPad ships an update every 6 months, Basic Calculator+ every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Reader for iPad versus Basic Calculator+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader for iPadBasic Calculator+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (27K ratings)4.9 (260K ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.4% of reviews87.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27K260K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB50 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdBest Free Apps

Customer experience

QR Reader for iPad

All ratings26,566 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews590 reviews
Positive66.4%
Neutral4.2%
Negative29.3%

Basic Calculator+

All ratings259,935 ratings
Positive97.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews548 reviews
Positive87.4%
Neutral1.5%
Negative11.1%

User reviews

QR Reader for iPad

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
  • 📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad
  • 🔍 Accurate QR code detection
  • 💡 Ability to create custom QR codes

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes after recent updates
  • 💰 Subscription model with limited free trial
  • 🔍 Inconsistent QR code scanning performance
  • 📤 Difficulty exporting scan history
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

Basic Calculator+

From 260K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Large, clear buttons
  • 👍 Straightforward, basic functionality
  • 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
  • 👍 Works well on iPad

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent click volume
  • 🐛 Ads can be intrusive or disruptive
  • 🐛 Missing backspace/delete function

Bugs and requests

QR Reader for iPad

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on launch after latest update
  • Scanning issues on older iPad models
  • Compatibility problems with certain QR codes
  • Unreliable connection to external websites

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved scan history management
  • Integration with popular apps and services
  • More customization options for QR code creation

Basic Calculator+

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Incorrect calculation results
  • Ads covering the screen

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add fraction button
  • Implement order of operations
  • Include memory function

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Reader for iPad

Subscriptions2
  • Database Scanner Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

Basic Calculator+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader for iPad free?
QR Reader for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Basic Calculator+ free?
Basic Calculator+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader for iPad or Basic Calculator+?
Basic Calculator+ is rated higher. QR Reader for iPad averages 4.6 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Basic Calculator+ averages 4.9 from 260K ratings.
Do QR Reader for iPad or Basic Calculator+ have ads?
Both QR Reader for iPad and Basic Calculator+ show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader for iPad or Basic Calculator+?
QR Reader for iPad ships an update every 6 months, and Basic Calculator+ every 4 months. Most recently, QR Reader for iPad was updated on October 16, 2026 and Basic Calculator+ on October 15, 2026.

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