QR Notes vs QRNotes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
QR Notes
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Meet QR Notes, your new journaling companion. Scan, Save, Secure: Do you love jotting down thoughts in your paper journal but wish for the space and security of digital? QR Notes bridges the gap! How It Works: 1. Print & Stick: Start by printing the QR stickers we provide. Stick them in your journal, notebook, or anywhere you want to add a digital note. 2. Scan to Save: Whenever you want to add a detailed note, simply scan the QR sticker with the QR Notes app. Write down your thoughts, ideas, or any information. 3. Top-tier Security: With each scan, your note is encrypted using a unique AES 128-bit key embedded in the QR sticker. Your notes aren't just saved; they're secured. 4. Rescan to Retrieve: Want to access your note again? Just scan the sticker, and voila! Your encrypted note decrypts instantly for your eyes only. Organize Your Thoughts: Introducing "Journals" - the feature that lets you categorize and organize your digital notes. Whether it's personal musings, work notes, or project ideas, keep everything neatly in its place. Don't Have a Sticker? No Worries! With our Draft Notes feature, jot down your thoughts even if you don't have a QR sticker on hand. Later, you can easily transfer and encrypt them onto a sticker. Experience a fresh blend of traditional and digital journaling. With QR Notes, your journaling possibilities are endless, your memories secured, and your creativity amplified. Download QR Notes and redefine your journaling journey.
QRNotes
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QRNotes is a premium, 100% offline, privacy-first application for managing notes and generating QR codes. We believe your private notes should belong to you and only youβwhich is why QRNotes runs entirely on your local device with zero cloud connectivity, zero tracking, and absolutely zero ads. WHY CHOOSE QRNOTES? DUAL QR CODE MODES Direct QR Codes (Under 500 characters): Encodes note text directly inside the QR. Anyone scanning it with their default device camera can read your message offline immediately without installing any third-party apps. Perfect for physical labeling, sharing passwords, or quick memos. Local QR Codes (Over 500 characters): Encodes a secure, unique local ID. Scan the code with the app to instantly retrieve extensive text from your local database. Keeps complex QR codes clean and easy to scan. COMPLETE PRIVACY * Your data is stored exclusively in your device's secure local storage. No network requests are made, and no information ever leaves your device. TOTAL DATA CONTROL * You completely own your information. Instantly wipe your entire note database with a single tap in settings whenever you need a clean slate. PREMIUM INTERFACE * Enjoy a beautifully crafted, clutter-free utility featuring fluid light and dark modes, high-fidelity custom typography, and responsive haptic feedback. Take control of your private notes today with QRNotes.
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Verdict
QR Notes and QRNotes are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | QR Notes | QRNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 β better | 16.4 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Athanasios Bountioukos - Spinaris | Khorshed Alam |
In-app purchases
QR Notes
No in-app purchases
QRNotes
No in-app purchases








