Comparison

Scan QR Code vs Desktop for Instagram

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

Head to head
About

Scan QR Code

This app allows you to quickly scan and create various types of QR codes and barcodes. It supports scanning from images, customizing QR code colors, and saving your scan history. Easily share created QR codes and open links directly in their corresponding applications.

Highlights
  • Scan all barcode types
  • Create diverse QR codes (URLs, Wi-Fi, contacts, etc.)
  • Scan QR codes from images
  • Customize QR code colors
  • Open links in corresponding apps
  • Share QR code content
  • Scan and create history
Features
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Are you looking for a faster-than-ever modern phone QR code scanning app? Experience Scan QR Code - Create QR Code - a quick and convenient QR code scanning and creation app. We've developed this app to meet all your requirements when it comes to accessing information from QR codes or performing related tasks effortlessly. Join us in exploring the unique features and utility that Scan QR Code - Create QR Code offers. With QR Code - QR Create & Generator, you'll discover a versatile app that not only scans QR codes but also offers various other features. It can scan different types of barcodes, read QR codes, create your own QR codes, store scan history, easily share and save QR code content, access the information specific to each QR code, all within a simple and user-friendly interface. With Scan QR Code - Create QR Code, you'll no longer worry about finding the right app to scan QR codes. This app is a reliable assistant, bringing convenience and efficiency to your daily life. KEY FEATURE: Scan All Barcode Types: The app allows you to scan various popular barcode types, helping you quickly access information from products and barcodes. Scan and Create Diverse QR Codes: You can scan and create different types of QR codes, including phone numbers, SMS messages, Gmail, Wi-Fi, GPS locations, URLs, text, and popular apps like WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, TikTok, Twitter, Snapchat, and Spotify. Scan Images from the Library: You can scan QR codes from images in your library, enabling you to access information from saved images. Customize Colors: You can customize the background and border colors for the QR codes you create. Open Links in Corresponding Apps: When scanning a QR code, the app will open the link with the corresponding app. Share QR Code Content: You can share the content and images of the QR codes you've created with others. Scan and Create History: The app saves a history of scanned and created QR codes, allowing you to review and delete previously created QR codes. Scanning, creating, and managing QR codes has never been easier with QR Code - QR Create & Generator. Try it now and start trying it to make your daily life easier! For Terms of Use, please visit https://sites.google.com/view/terms-of-service-qr-code For Privacy Policy, please visit https://sites.google.com/view/privacy-policy-qr-code-qr

About

Desktop for Instagram

Access Instagram's full mobile experience directly within your Safari browser on Mac and iOS devices. This extension allows for seamless browsing, posting, and interaction, mimicking the smartphone app's functionality.

Highlights
  • Instagram mobile experience in Safari
  • Likes, follows, comments, and browsing
  • Automatic scrolling
  • Global audio toggle
  • Photo and video sharing
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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Enjoy Instagram’s experience right inside Safari — on Mac and iOS. This simple and intuitive extension lets you use Instagram’s mobile website on your desktop, iPhone, or iPad, just like you would on the smartphone app. Key Features: • Likes, follows, comments, and browsing, all your usual Instagram activities • Automatic scrolling for smooth, hands-free browsing • Global audio on/off toggle to control sound across all videos • Share photos and videos with ease • Simple, secure, and effective Your privacy always comes first. This extension only requests the essential permissions needed to function properly. It runs entirely within Safari on your device and never collects any data. Disclaimer: Instagram is a registered trademark of Instagram Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. This independent project, developed by Mustafa Alpay, is not affiliated with Instagram, Instagram Inc., or any of its parent companies.

Screenshots

Scan QR Code4 screens
Desktop for Instagram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Scan QR Code at Free against Desktop for Instagram's $3.99. Scan QR Code also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 50%). Desktop for Instagram's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Scan QR Code is free to download; Desktop for Instagram costs $3.99 up front. Scan QR Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Desktop for Instagram asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Scan QR Code versus Desktop for Instagram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan QR CodeDesktop for Instagram
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.5 (654 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings654 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB26 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFire Technologies Hong Kong LimitedMustafa Alpay

Customer experience

Scan QR Code

All ratings654 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral5.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive70.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.4%

Desktop for Instagram

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Scan QR Code

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription With Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$9.997 Days
  • Annual Subscription$59.991 Year
None

Desktop for Instagram

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scan QR Code free?
Scan QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Desktop for Instagram free?
Desktop for Instagram costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scan QR Code or Desktop for Instagram have ads?
Neither Scan QR Code nor Desktop for Instagram shows ads.

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