Comparison

QR Code Scanner vs punchsquares

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes instantly
  • Read product barcodes
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Scan from photos/gallery
  • Use flashlight
  • Zoom for distance scanning
  • Save scan history
Features
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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/

About

punchsquares

Features
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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.

Screenshots

QR Code Scanner4 screens
punchsquares4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
QR Code Scanner versus punchsquares: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Scannerpunchsquares
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (9 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNguyen Duocillustrious development, llc

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QR Code Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Pro Subscription3 Days trial$38.991 Year
None

punchsquares

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner free?
QR Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is punchsquares free?
punchsquares is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Code Scanner or punchsquares have ads?
QR Code Scanner shows ads; punchsquares does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Scanner or punchsquares?
QR Code Scanner ships an update every 5 days, and punchsquares every 3 days. Most recently, QR Code Scanner was updated on October 9, 2026 and punchsquares on October 12, 2026.

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