Comparison

Qrafter Pro vs Dictation Pro

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

Head to head
About

Qrafter Pro

This app is a powerful tool for creating and scanning QR codes and barcodes. It offers advanced design options, versatile scanning capabilities for various code types, and unique features like encryption and inventory mode. It also provides a secure and user-friendly experience with features like URL safety checks and passkey support.

Highlights
  • Versatile code scanning
  • Custom QR code design
  • Comprehensive code generation
  • QR code encryption
  • Customizable history management
  • URL safety check
  • Inventory scanner mode
Features
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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 iPhone Duo and iPad: Experience a fully custom user interface for iPhone Duo and iPad, perfect for educational institutions and professional use. On iPhone Duo and iPad, Qrafter's 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/

About

Dictation Pro

Effortlessly convert spoken words into text, transcribe audio and video content, and translate languages in real-time. This app streamlines note-taking, journaling, and communication across your Apple devices, saving you time and effort.

Highlights
  • Smart voice dictation
  • AI-powered transcription
  • Real-time translation
  • File handling and sync
  • Quick export and sharing
  • Accessibility support
Features
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Speak. Transcribe. Translate — instantly. Turn your voice into text, transcribe audio and video (even YouTube!), and translate speech in real time — all with just your voice. Save time, type less, and stay productive across all your Apple devices. Key Features: Smart Voice Dictation • Dictate in real time instead of typing—perfect for writing, notes, journaling, and messaging • Configure three independent language zones for multilingual projects • Supports more than 40 dictation languages AI-Powered Transcription • Convert voice memos, audio recordings, videos, and YouTube links into accurate text • Uses advanced AI speech recognition for fast, high-quality results • Supports over 100 transcription languages Built-In Translation • Instantly translate spoken or written text into over 40 languages • Easily share translations across your favorite apps Powerful File Handling and Sync • Save and access audio and text files via the Apple Files app • Organize, store, or export your dictation as text files or PDFs • Seamlessly sync across iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch with iCloud Quick Export and Sharing Options • Share transcripts and translations via Mail, WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and more • Use one-tap export to streamline your workflow Accessibility Support • Fully compatible with VoiceOver for visually impaired users • Customize font sizes and button layout for better readability and ease of use Additional Features: • Apple Shortcuts support • Undo manager for text edits • Custom user dictionary • Audio replay of recorded dictations • Apple Watch integration • Built-in backup tools • Adjustable text sizes • Optional dictation privacy mode (depending on device capabilities)

Screenshots

Qrafter Pro4 screens
Dictation Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Dictation Pro at $44.99 against Qrafter Pro's $124.99. Qrafter Pro's advantage is review sentiment (90% vs 75%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On ratings volume, 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

Qrafter Pro costs $124.99 and Dictation Pro $44.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Qrafter Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 458 and 512 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Qrafter Pro's written reviews are positive against 75% of Dictation Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qrafter Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, Dictation Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Qrafter Pro versus Dictation Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQrafter ProDictation Pro
Price$124.99$44.99 — better
Rating4.7 (458 ratings) — better4.5 (512 ratings)
Positive reviews89.7% of reviews — better74.8% of reviews
Number of ratings458512 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKerem ErkanIBN Software GmbH

Customer experience

Qrafter Pro

All ratings456 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews242 reviews
Positive89.7%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.4%

Dictation Pro

All ratings512 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral2.7%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews119 reviews
Positive74.8%
Neutral5.0%
Negative20.2%

User reviews

Qrafter Pro

From 458 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent QR/barcode scanner and creator
  • 🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
  • 💡 Wide range of customization options
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
  • 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🐛 Issues with camera autofocus and flashlight
  • 🐛 Problems with redirection and decryption of QR codes
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior between Android and iOS versions

Dictation Pro

From 512 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎯 Highly accurate speech-to-text recognition
  • ⚡ Fast and efficient transcription
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
  • 💰 Affordable pricing compared to competitors like Dragon
  • 🔄 Ability to maintain multiple simultaneous dictations

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Internet connectivity issues and error messages
  • ❌ Backup and file saving limitations
  • 🔧 Poor customer support responsiveness
  • 📱 Confusing interface and unclear setup instructions
  • ⚙️ Requires frequent toggling of edit mode

Bugs and requests

Qrafter Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • QR codes created in the app not working in other readers
  • Contact information not displaying correctly when scanned
  • App settings resetting to default unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to attach QR codes to images
  • Implement support for more barcode formats (e.g. PDF417)
  • Allow editing of existing QR codes
  • Add option to save QR codes to device's photo gallery
  • Improve batch scanning and exporting capabilities

Dictation Pro

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Recognition not available error despite internet connection
  • App stops transcribing after a page
  • Sporadic and incorrect word recording
  • No text output despite clear speech
  • Lag and performance issues
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  • Poor compatibility with iPad Pro external keyboards
  • Help links direct to wrong platform (macOS instead of iOS)
  • Persistent review request pop-ups

Requested features

10 requests
  • Background recording capability while referencing notes
  • Ability to import and transcribe MP3 files
  • Voice commands for editing (go back, select, delete)
  • Insert date, time, and location features
  • Text formatting options
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  • More than three simultaneous dictation slots
  • Ability to save voice recordings for verification
  • Faster transcription speed for fast speakers
  • Offline functionality
  • Better integration with external keyboards

In-app purchases

None

Qrafter Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Dictation Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Qrafter Pro free?
Qrafter Pro costs $124.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dictation Pro free?
Dictation Pro costs $44.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Qrafter Pro or Dictation Pro?
Qrafter Pro is rated higher. Qrafter Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 458 ratings, while Dictation Pro averages 4.5 from 512 ratings.
Do Qrafter Pro or Dictation Pro have ads?
Neither Qrafter Pro nor Dictation Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Qrafter Pro or Dictation Pro?
Qrafter Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and Dictation Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, Qrafter Pro was updated on November 1, 2026 and Dictation Pro on November 2, 2026.

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