Comparison

QR Reader:QR Code Reader vs SPEKTR

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader:QR Code Reader

Features
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FEATURES - Batch Scan - Scan history - Folders to stay organized - Scan all types of QR codes - QR Code detailed data cards - Safe all codes in your history - Save, export and share all barcodes - Scan, read, generate QR & Barcodes - Browse products and compare prices - Share using E-mail, IMessage, Facebook or Twitter - Link photos, LinkedIn, Youtube, App Store or Paypal - Read Websites, Contacts, Messages, Locations, Phone numbers, E-mails, Texts - Scan more types:QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39,Code93, EAN-8, EAN-13 etc. SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1 week (3 days trial), 1 year or 1 month - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable https://sites.google.com/view/appqr/qrcode/agreement https://sites.google.com/view/appqr/qrcode/privacy

About

SPEKTR

Streamline foundation inspections with a guided process for identifying products and recording specifications. Upload images directly into your reports for comprehensive documentation. Designed for efficiency and accuracy in the field.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step inspection process
  • Foundation product identification
  • Record quantity, load, depth, pressure
  • Upload product images
  • Generate inspection reports
Features
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SPEKTR was developed by foundation engineers for foundation inspectors. We know how important it is to maintain the accuracy of inspection reports while maximizing efficiency. The SPEKTR app provides a simple step-by-step process that leads users through identifying foundation products, selecting the appropriate specs such as quantity, load, depth, pressure, and more. Images of the product can be uploaded and submitted as part of the final inspection report. It’s that easy!

Screenshots

QR Reader:QR Code Reader4 screens
SPEKTR2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SPEKTR at none against QR Reader:QR Code Reader's 6. SPEKTR also leads on ads (none vs shown). QR Reader:QR Code Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence 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. QR Reader:QR Code Reader sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. SPEKTR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader:QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, SPEKTR every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Reader:QR Code Reader versus SPEKTR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader:QR Code ReaderSPEKTR
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer宝锋 吴Stark Innovative LLC

In-app purchases

6 purchases

QR Reader:QR Code Reader

Subscriptions5
  • QR Code Reader+(Week Plan)3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader+(Month Special)$1.991 Month
  • QR Code Reader+(Month Plan)$2.991 Month
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  • QR Code Reader+(Year Special)$2.991 Year
  • QR Code Reader+(Year Plan)$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • QR Code Reader Pro$6.99
None

SPEKTR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader:QR Code Reader free?
QR Reader:QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SPEKTR free?
SPEKTR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Reader:QR Code Reader or SPEKTR have ads?
QR Reader:QR Code Reader shows ads; SPEKTR does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader:QR Code Reader or SPEKTR?
QR Reader:QR Code Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, and SPEKTR every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Reader:QR Code Reader was updated on September 19, 2026 and SPEKTR on August 19, 2026.

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