Comparison

QR Code staff calling service vs Reception Local

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

Head to head
About

QR Code staff calling service

Features
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Wireless staff calling service for modern businesses. This application works as a wireless call button, bell, or buzzer that helps speed up customer service. Guests do not need to install any app. To make a call or send a request for help, a visitor simply scans a QR code placed on the table, room, or service area. In a restaurant, a QR code on each table allows the guest to call a waiter with one tap. The waiter receives an instant alert on their phone and sees which table needs service. This contactless solution reduces waiting time and improves the overall dining experience. The app is also perfect for hotel use. Guests can send a service request from their room, call staff, or ask for help without calling reception. It can be used to notify housekeeping, administrators, porters, or security with a fast and reliable alert system. This solution is suitable for many other businesses such as cafes, offices, clinics, salons, and events. It can be used to call an administrator, doorman, cleaner, or any employee who needs to respond quickly. After the call, you can also show additional information to the guest, such as a restaurant menu, promotions, or important instructions. The system is fully wireless and contactless. It replaces a traditional bell or button with a modern QR-based service tool that is easy to set up and simple to use. Improve service speed, reduce waiting time, and provide better customer help with a smart staff calling solution.

About

Reception Local

Features
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Your ultimate assistant for managing clients and appointments! Perfect for cosmetologists, massage therapists, hairdressers, nail artists, barbershops, hotels, restaurants, doctors, dentists, and small businesses. Key Features: - Easy client database management - Flexible appointment scheduling - Finances: track payments, generate daily/weekly/monthly reports - Progress photos & visit history - Quick search across all records

Screenshots

QR Code staff calling service4 screens
Reception Local4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Reception Local at none against QR Code staff calling service's shown. Reception Local also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Code staff calling service sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per year and Reception Local sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code staff calling service ships an update every 2 months, Reception Local every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on May 19, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
QR Code staff calling service versus Reception Local: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code staff calling serviceReception Local
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks โ€” better
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size41 MB56 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperLeonid ShulgaIlia Bogdanovski

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QR Code staff calling service

Subscriptions1
  • 1 year access to application$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Access$19.99
2 purchases

Reception Local

One-time2
  • Product License$8.99
  • Developer Support$14.99

Questions

Is QR Code staff calling service free?
QR Code staff calling service is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reception Local free?
Reception Local is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code staff calling service or Reception Local have ads?
QR Code staff calling service shows ads; Reception Local does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code staff calling service or Reception Local?
QR Code staff calling service ships an update every 2 months, and Reception Local every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Code staff calling service was updated on May 19, 2026 and Reception Local on September 10, 2026.

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