QR Code Scanner vs punchsquares
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Code Scanner
Easily scan QR codes and barcodes with this straightforward utility. It allows you to read codes from your camera or photos, create your own codes, and manage your scan history. Perfect for quickly accessing links, Wi-Fi, or product information.
- Scan QR codes instantly
- Read product barcodes
- Generate custom QR codes
- Scan from photos/gallery
- Use flashlight
- Zoom for distance scanning
- Save scan history
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QR codes are not always in front of the camera. When a code is inside a screenshot, message or saved photo, choose the image and read it on the same iPhone. SCAN FROM A PHOTO OR CAMERA • Read QR codes and barcodes • Scan screenshots and photo-library images • Detect multiple codes in one image • Use the torch and zoom when needed CREATE AND SHARE Generate QR codes for websites, Wi-Fi, text, contacts, phone numbers or email. Save each code as an image or share it in seconds. KEEP IMPORTANT RESULTS Find previous scans quickly in history. One practical app for camera scanning, photo scanning, QR creation and result management. Privacy Policy: https://duocnguyen.dev/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
punchsquares
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Track all your punch cards in one place. Whether it's ice rink sessions, coffee shop loyalty cards, yoga classes, or car washes - punchsquares keeps count so you don't have to. Features: • Create unlimited punch cards for any business or activity • Time-based cards show total minutes remaining (great for ice rinks, studios) • Quantity-based cards for simple counting (coffee, car washes) • Color-coded cards for easy identification • Calendar view shows your usage history at a glance • Add or use punches with a single tap • All data stored locally on your device - no account required Simple, private, and always ready when you need it.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: punchsquares at none against QR Code Scanner's 2. punchsquares also leads on ads (none vs shown). QR Code Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. QR Code Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. punchsquares asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR Code Scanner ships an update every 5 days, punchsquares every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Scanner | punchsquares |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nguyen Duoc | illustrious development, llc |
In-app purchases
QR Code Scanner
- Weekly subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Pro Subscription3 Days trial$38.991 Year
punchsquares
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR Code Scanner free?
Is punchsquares free?
Do QR Code Scanner or punchsquares have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner or punchsquares?
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