# Unscrambler vs Scan QR Code Now

Unscrambler and Scan QR Code Now both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Scan QR Code Now's written reviews are positive against 50% of Unscrambler's. Scan QR Code Now also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 17). Unscrambler's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan QR Code Now sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Unscrambler asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Unscrambler against 4.6 for Scan QR Code Now. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code Now has 13K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Unscrambler's written reviews are positive against 87% of Scan QR Code Now's.

Unscrambler ships an update every 2 months, Scan QR Code Now weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unscrambler | Scan QR Code Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscrambler/id6471141273/reviews) | **[4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **87.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#19** |
| Size | 56 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Miller](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714863070) | [Sparktonic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711861522) |

## What reviewers say

### Unscrambler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscrambler/id6471141273)

This tool helps you solve word puzzles and challenges by unscrambling letters. It provides a list of possible word combinations and includes a dictionary to validate words and learn their meanings.

**Highlights:** Scrambled letter solver, Word validation, Dictionary lookup, Vocabulary expansion, Compatible with popular word games, Regular updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Scan QR Code Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access information, find deals, or create your own codes. Features auto-scan, safe browsing, and sharing options. Offers premium features through subscription.

**Highlights:** QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner, Create & Share QR Codes, Auto Scan functionality, Discover Deals & Coupons, Safe Browsing for links, Save & Share Scan History

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Scan QR Code Now | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro User | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Unlock all features | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Unlock all features | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent app
- ⭐ Great QR code reader
- ⭐ Works as expected
- ⭐ Fun to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💔 Scam app, don't download
- 💔 Doesn't deliver on promises

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unscrambler free?

Unscrambler is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scan QR Code Now free?

Scan QR Code Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Unscrambler or Scan QR Code Now?

Scan QR Code Now is rated higher. Unscrambler averages 4.5 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Scan QR Code Now averages 4.6 from 13K ratings.

### Do Unscrambler or Scan QR Code Now have ads?

Scan QR Code Now shows ads; Unscrambler does not.

### Which is updated more often, Unscrambler or Scan QR Code Now?

Unscrambler ships an update every 2 months, and Scan QR Code Now weekly. Most recently, Unscrambler was updated on October 15, 2026 and Scan QR Code Now on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*