Safe QR vs QR Scan Shield
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Safe QR
Easily create, share, and scan WiFi QR codes to instantly connect to networks. It also supports standard QR codes for URLs, text, and contacts, with a focus on user privacy and security by allowing URL review before opening.
- Create WiFi QR Codes
- Scan WiFi QR Codes
- Generate Standard QR Codes
- Scan Standard QR Codes
- Save Scan History
- Review URLs Before Opening
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Safe QR is a QR code reader that lets you review the destination URL before opening it, so you can browse more safely. You can also easily generate QR codes from links or text. All features are completely free to use, with no registration or login required. ● Key Features - Create Wi-Fi QR codes - Share QR codes - QR code reader / QR code scanner - Save scan and creation history - Regenerate previously created QR codes - Review URLs before opening them for safer access ● Privacy All scan and creation history is stored only on your device and is never sent to our servers.
QR Scan Shield
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Stay safe every time you scan. QR Scan Shield automatically checks URLs for threats the moment you scan a QR code, protecting you from phishing sites and malware. ■ Scan & Security Check • Instantly read QR codes and barcodes with your camera • Automatic URL safety analysis on every scan • Detects phishing, malware, and suspicious links • Scan results saved to history automatically ■ Home Screen Widget • View your recent scan history right from your home screen • Tap any entry to jump straight to the details • No need to open the app ■ Scan History • Review past scan results anytime • Mark important URLs as favorites for quick access • Add notes to any scan record ■ QR Code Creator • Create QR codes for URLs, text, contacts, email, and phone numbers • Save or share your generated QR codes instantly ■ Go Pro — One-Time Purchase • High-accuracy security checks powered by Google Safe Browsing API • Unlimited scan history and favorites • Ad-free experience • One-time purchase — no subscription required
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Safe QR at none against QR Scan Shield's 1. Safe QR also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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 Scan Shield sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Safe QR asks for nothing beyond the download.
Safe QR ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Scan Shield every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Safe QR | QR Scan Shield |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Motoki Takahashi | SHUNSUKE FURUYA |
In-app purchases
Safe QR
No in-app purchases
QR Scan Shield
- QR Scan Shield Pro$2.99
