Hello Transcribe vs QR Guard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hello Transcribe
This app offers private and secure speech-to-text transcription using on-device processing. It can transcribe audio and video files, voice notes, podcasts, and live microphone feeds, with support for multiple languages and offline functionality.
- On-device transcription for 100% privacy
- Offline functionality
- Transcribe audio and video files
- Live microphone feed transcription
- Multiple language support
- Encrypted iCloud saving
- Export VTT/SRT subtitle files (PRO)
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Hello Transcribe is a private and secure speech to text transcriber that uses OpenAI Whisper and Whisper.cpp. • All processing is done on-device for 100% privacy, and it also works offline. • Transcribe voice notes (e.g. WhatsApp), podcasts, or any audio file (many formats supported). • Transcribe supported video formats. • Save encrypted results in iCloud. • Transcribe the microphone feed to dictate notes or record meetings live. • Supports many languages and translation to English. • [PRO] Buy PRO once off, use forever. • [PRO] Use Presets to manage different configurations. • [PRO] Export VTT or SRT files to add subtitles to video or podcasts. • [PRO] Save audio to re-transcribe later or export. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
QR Guard
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QR Guard is a simple QR and barcode scanner that helps you preview contents before opening links. Version 1.1.0 introduces a refreshed interface with a brighter, friendlier look. The scan, history, and settings screens are easier to move between, with playful character icons that make everyday checking feel lighter while keeping the app calm and practical. ▼ Key Features ・Scan QR codes and barcodes ・Scan QR codes from images ・Preview URLs and text before opening ・Show the destination domain for links ・Notice link formats that deserve extra attention, such as shortened URLs ・Save and delete scan history on your device ・Switch the app language from Settings ▼ Privacy-Focused ・Camera data is processed on-device only, never stored or transmitted ・Scanned contents are not sent to external servers ・History stays on your device and can be deleted anytime ▼ Review Before Opening QR codes are convenient, but sometimes you want to see what they contain before visiting a link. QR Guard shows the scanned URL, text, or barcode information on a confirmation screen first. You decide whether to open the link after reviewing the contents. ▼ How to Use 1. Scan a QR code or barcode with the camera 2. Scan a QR code from an image when needed 3. Review the contents before opening 4. Check previous scans in the History tab ▼ Perfect For ・Users who want to review QR codes before opening ・People who want to check unknown links or shortened URLs carefully ・Anyone who also wants basic barcode scanning ・Users who prefer a friendly, easy-to-read scanner ・People who want scan history to stay on their device ※This app does not guarantee the safety of linked destinations. Please use your own judgment. ※Camera permission required. Used only for QR and barcode scanning.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Guard at none against Hello Transcribe's 2. QR Guard also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.6). On price, 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. Hello Transcribe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. QR Guard asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hello Transcribe ships an update weekly, QR Guard every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hello Transcribe | QR Guard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (39 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ben Nortier | NINJA SYSTEM |
Bugs and requests
Hello Transcribe
Reported bugs
9 issues- Crashes with update
- UI/UX bugs
- Text is lost if app is switched
- App crashes when saving transcript
- App crashes when loading Accurate Multilingual model
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- Phone screen times out and app stops recording
- App crashes when trying to select larger models (Pro version)
- Auto scroll of live transcription is missing
- Loses all transcription if interrupted
Requested features
22 requests- Translation to other languages in real time
- Keep audio file attached (.m4a)
- Option to re-process transcription as a single complete audio file
- Set real-time preview model and then process complete audio with another model
- Option to record audio and transcribe overnight (for larger models)
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- Searchable recordings with audio player cursor jumping to word position
- Menu-bar version for quick access
- Ability to right-click in text field and select transcribe option
- Clean up random line breaks and spacing
- Ability to use system audio for transcription
- Keep screen awake during recording
- Confirmation prompt for 'clear' button
- Select specific section of text for export
- Auto-save dictated text and view files later
- Timestamps in transcriptions
- Keyboard add-on for dictation
- macOS version based on CoreML
- Tailor settings for medical professionals
- Bring to Android
- Auto recovery or auto save of transcriptions
- Auto scroll of live transcription
- Edit resulting text before sharing
QR Guard
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Hello Transcribe
- Pro Subscription14 Days trial$1.991 Month
- PRO Purchase$6.99
QR Guard
No in-app purchases
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