Comparison

Dreambox Controller vs Scanny

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

Head to head
About

Dreambox Controller

Control your enigma2-based Dreambox remotely. View current channel information, switch channels, set recording timers, and search for movie titles. Manage multiple Dreambox devices and sync settings across your devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Remote Dreambox control
  • Channel browsing and switching
  • Set recording timers
  • IMDB movie search
  • Multiple Dreambox support
  • iCloud syncing
Features
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If you have an enigma2 based Dreambox this is a useful app to control it remotely. Enter the IP address of your Dreambox in the settings tab. You can now check what is currently on your favourite channels, switch channels etc. Other Features: - Set a timer to record or zap to. - Search IMDB for movie titles. - Remote tab provides standard remote buttons. - Enter IP addresses of 2 boxes and switch between them. - iCloud syncing, if you are an iCloud user with multiple devices your IP addresses etc. will be automatically synced across devices.

About

Scanny

Instantly scan and create QR codes with advanced features like batch scanning and custom design. This private, offline tool organizes your scan history and syncs across devices. Unlock the full experience with a Pro subscription for unlimited use and export options.

Highlights
  • Instant QR code scanning
  • Batch scanning for work
  • Custom QR code creation
  • Organized scan history
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Offline functionality
  • Data export (CSV, JSON)
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Scan, create & organize QR codes — no ads, no tracking, ever. Batch-scan for work, sync history across devices, design custom codes. 100% private, all on-device. WHY SCANNY? • 100% free to start — no ads, ever • Instant auto-detection — no button needed • 20+ code formats supported • Works completely offline • Available in 26 languages SCAN ANYTHING, INSTANTLY Point your camera at any QR code or barcode. Scanny detects it automatically — no button, no delay. Supports QR codes, barcodes, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, EAN, UPC, Code 128, and more. Scan codes from your photo library too. Import screenshots, saved images, or menu photos — Scanny reads them all. BATCH SCANNING FOR WORK Scan dozens of codes in one continuous session. Perfect for: • Inventory management & warehouse work • Event check-ins & ticket scanning • Price tag comparison shopping • Asset tracking & auditing Export your batch results as CSV or JSON when done. CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES Generate beautiful QR codes for anything: • WiFi networks — let guests connect instantly • Websites, links & social media profiles • Contact cards (vCard) — share your info • Calendar events with reminders • Phone, email, SMS & WhatsApp • Locations, PayPal, Spotify & more Make them yours — pick colors, corner styles (square, rounded, or dots), add your logo or brand mark, and choose export size. ORGANIZE YOUR SCAN HISTORY Never lose a scan again: • Full history with search & filter • Custom tags with colors & icons • Favorite important scans • Sort by date, type, or format SYNC ACROSS DEVICES WITH ICLOUD Access your scan history on all your Apple devices. Automatic, private, and seamless. EXPORT & IMPORT YOUR DATA Export scans as CSV, JSON, or plain text. Import from backups. Share individual scans via any app — AirDrop, Messages, Mail, or clipboard. SCANNY PRO Unlock the full experience: • Unlimited camera & photo scans • Unlimited batch scanning sessions • All 15+ QR code generator types • Custom QR code design & branding • CSV, JSON & text export · JSON import • iCloud sync across all devices • Full tag organization system BUILT FOR PRIVACY No account. No sign-up. No tracking. No data collection. Everything is processed on your device. Your scans stay yours — always. Questions or feedback? hello@scannyapp.net Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://scannyapp.net/privacy

Screenshots

Dreambox Controller3 screens
Scanny4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Scanny at Free against Dreambox Controller's $0.99. Scanny also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). Dreambox Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On rating, ratings volume and ads 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

Scanny is free to download; Dreambox Controller costs $0.99 up front. Scanny sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Dreambox Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Dreambox Controller against 5.0 for Scanny. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dreambox Controller ships an update every 2 months, Scanny every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Dreambox Controller versus Scanny: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDreambox ControllerScanny
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews74.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBurnt SliceHuseyin Akin

Customer experience

Dreambox Controller

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive74.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative21.4%

Scanny

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Dreambox Controller

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Scanny

Subscriptions2
  • ScannyQR Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • ScannyQR Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Dreambox Controller free?
Dreambox Controller costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanny free?
Scanny is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dreambox Controller or Scanny?
Dreambox Controller and Scanny are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Dreambox Controller or Scanny have ads?
Neither Dreambox Controller nor Scanny shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dreambox Controller or Scanny?
Dreambox Controller ships an update every 2 months, and Scanny every 3 days. Most recently, Dreambox Controller was updated on November 1, 2026 and Scanny on October 31, 2026.

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