Comparison

VanLock vs Minimal QR

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

Head to head
About

VanLock

Features
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VanLock is coming, 1 single key to unlock 10000 locks, the trend of unlocking revolution! * Manage your keys/locks via mobile devices wirelessly, more intelligent. * Authorize the specified users to unlock specified locks in specified time. * Automatically unlock records uploading, everything under your control. * Creative encryption protocol in BLE communications, guarantee security of the data. * Beautiful designed and guided interaction UI, easy to be an unlocking master. * More features waiting for your exploration.

About

Minimal QR

Features
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QR codes, made simple. Scan, create, save, and share QR codes in one streamlined app. Share a website, create a Wi-Fi code, or turn contact details into a QR code in just a few steps. No app account required. No ads. Everyday scanning and creation work offline. SCAN WITH EASE Scan with your camera or recognize QR codes in photos. Copy and share results, or choose to open a website yourself—links never open automatically. View Wi-Fi, contact, email, and SMS details in a clear, readable format. CREATE SIX TYPES OF QR CODES Create codes for websites, text, Wi-Fi networks, contacts, email, and SMS. Preview your code, save it as a PNG, or share it through your favorite apps. KEEP YOUR HISTORY HANDY Your scanned and created codes stay on your device. Search your history, filter by source, and revisit past codes. Viewing all records, deleting individual entries, and sharing a single entry as text or a QR image are free. PRO: MAKE IT YOUR OWN Customize colors, choose square or dot patterns, and add a logo or border. Save your favorite styles as personal presets for future codes. PRO: READY TO SHARE AND PRINT Export as SVG or PDF and choose from three professional templates. Create up to 100 QR codes per batch, then export them to PDF or package SVG files in a ZIP archive. Handy for event materials, store displays, and everyday work. PRO: ORGANIZE MORE EFFICIENTLY Favorite, rename, re-edit, and duplicate saved QR codes. Delete multiple records or share their text and images in batches to save time. A SIMPLE, FOCUSED EXPERIENCE Choose English or Simplified Chinese, with light and dark themes. QR processing and history management happen on your device. Your history is not automatically uploaded to developer servers. Sharing content or opening external links uses the relevant system services. FREE FEATURES AND PRO Scanning, standard QR code creation, PNG export, history browsing and search, and individual record deletion and sharing are free. Custom styling, advanced history management, professional exports, batch creation, and personal style presets require Pro. Pro is available through monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscriptions, or a lifetime purchase. Prices are shown in the app before purchase. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. An internet connection is required to purchase or restore purchases. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://leyoun.com/app/qrcode/privacy.html

Screenshots

VanLock4 screens
Minimal QR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VanLock at none against Minimal QR's 3. VanLock also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 22 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Minimal QR sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. VanLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VanLock ships an update every 5 weeks, Minimal QR every 22 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
VanLock versus Minimal QR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVanLockMinimal QR
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 22 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer沈阳金万码高科技发展有限公司重阳 石

In-app purchases

None

VanLock

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Minimal QR

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is VanLock free?
VanLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Minimal QR free?
Minimal QR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VanLock or Minimal QR have ads?
Neither VanLock nor Minimal QR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VanLock or Minimal QR?
VanLock ships an update every 5 weeks, and Minimal QR every 22 months. Most recently, VanLock was updated on October 27, 2026 and Minimal QR on October 28, 2026.

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