# Scan vs Signal Link

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Signal Link at none against Scan's 7. Signal Link also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Signal Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan | Signal Link |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **238** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Size | 228 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Flex App Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665600905) | [t2Fi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255063027) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786)

This app provides high-precision scanning for all major 1D and 2D barcode and QR code formats. It offers features like batch scanning, code creation, and organized library management for business and personal use.

**Highlights:** Instant QR and barcode recognition, Batch scan mode for multiple codes, Organized library with folders, QR code generator, Tagging system for scans, Offline mode access, Data export options

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 🚫 No ads or distractions
- 🌍 Works everywhere, even internationally
- 💡 Reliable and never lets users down


### Signal Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/signal-link/id6745464649)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan free?

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

### Is Signal Link free?

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

### Do Scan or Signal Link have ads?

Neither Scan nor Signal Link shows ads.

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