Comparison

Earth Science Systems Surveyor vs QR/BarCode Reader

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

Head to head
About

Earth Science Systems Surveyor

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Use Ground Penetrating Radar devices and GPS Base Stations manufactured by Earth Science Systems with your iPhone or iPad. For optimal GPS Base Station accuracy, your GPS Base Station must be authorized to receive assistance, and your iPhone or iPad must have cellular internet service. With a GPS Base Station this app allows you to: - Survey surface features of buried utilities in Survey mode. - Change mode to GPR Assistance. With a GPR Utility or GPR Concrete scanner this app allows you to: - Perform basic GPR scans to detect subsurface objects. - Measure depth of objects by fitting a hyperbola. - Export scan to PDF or PNG. - Remotely control Surveyor Pro on your Windows tablet (when used simultaneously).

About

QR/BarCode Reader

Features
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# App Description QR codes and barcodes are easily scanned with this app. With simple controls, you can scan QR codes and barcodes directly from your device, instantly viewing the scanned results.  After scanning, you can copy the value to your clipboard or open it directly in your browser. # Key Features: - QR and Barcode Scanning: Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes with your device. - View Scanned Data: Instantly display the scanned content and options to copy or open in the browser. - Flashlight Support: Toggle the flashlight on and off to assist with scanning in low-light conditions. - History Functionality: View your scanned code history in a list, easily revisiting and reusing past scans. - Browser Navigation: Open scanned URLs directly in your browser, giving you immediate access to the linked pages. # Who This App is For: Those who want to scan product barcodes for price information. Those who need to quickly access URLs or other information embedded in QR codes. Users who want to manage and view their scanning history. Anyone who needs scanning in low-light environments. Simple, easy-to-use, and helpful for everyday tasks, the QR/BarCode Reader app is here to assist with all your scanning needs.  Download now and start enjoying the convenience!

Screenshots

Earth Science Systems Surveyor4 screens
QR/BarCode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Earth Science Systems Surveyor at none against QR/BarCode Reader's shown. Earth Science Systems Surveyor also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). QR/BarCode Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Earth Science Systems Surveyor ships an update every 3 months, QR/BarCode Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Earth Science Systems Surveyor versus QR/BarCode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEarth Science Systems SurveyorQR/BarCode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEarth Science Systems, LLCTaisuke Hosokawa

In-app purchases

None

Earth Science Systems Surveyor

No in-app purchases

None

QR/BarCode Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Earth Science Systems Surveyor free?
Earth Science Systems Surveyor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR/BarCode Reader free?
QR/BarCode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Earth Science Systems Surveyor or QR/BarCode Reader have ads?
QR/BarCode Reader shows ads; Earth Science Systems Surveyor does not.
Which is updated more often, Earth Science Systems Surveyor or QR/BarCode Reader?
Earth Science Systems Surveyor ships an update every 3 months, and QR/BarCode Reader every 4 days. Most recently, Earth Science Systems Surveyor was updated on September 15, 2026 and QR/BarCode Reader on October 14, 2026.

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