# Scan vs Photo Locale

The clearest difference is rating: Photo Locale at 5.0 against Scan's 4.5. Photo Locale also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Scan's advantage is ratings volume (243 vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 11 days). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Photo Locale sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Photo Locale holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan has 243 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scan ships an update every 5 days, Photo Locale every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan | Photo Locale |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (243 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-locale/id6786085463/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **243** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 228 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flex App Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665600905) | [Donald Garbinski Jr](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876232318) |

## 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


### Photo Locale

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-locale/id6786085463)

Easily add location details to your photos. Automatically stamp imported images with embedded GPS data or use your current location for new photos. Customize the stamp's appearance and content before saving or sharing.

**Highlights:** Automatically stamp photos with GPS data, Use current location for new photos, Drag and resize location stamps, Customize visible location details, Save and share stamped images

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Save and Share | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan free?

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

### Is Photo Locale free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Scan or Photo Locale?

Photo Locale is rated higher. Scan averages 4.5 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while Photo Locale averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Scan or Photo Locale have ads?

Neither Scan nor Photo Locale shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scan or Photo Locale?

Scan ships an update every 5 days, and Photo Locale every 11 days. Most recently, Scan was updated on October 27, 2026 and Photo Locale on October 24, 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.*