Comparison

QR Code Inspector vs LudyServer

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Inspector

Features
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Scan and preview URLs for secure online navigation. Make sure you see the link before you visit it. You can swipe and delete or hit "Go" to visit the website. Frequently visited sites are saved automatically in history for instant access, eliminating the need to rescan QR codes. Why QR Inspector? Safety: Some QR codes can lead you to harmful or unsafe website. It is best to see the full URL before deciding to open the link in your browser. Convenience: No need to have the QR code once you scanned it once. It is automatically saved in the app history until you choose to delete it. This way you can visit that page over and over again. More than that, you can copy all the URL's in the app and paste them to your Notes or email for sending them to your friends and family, or just to bookmark them on your computer browser.

About

LudyServer

Transform your mobile device into a Wi-Fi file server. Easily browse, download, and upload files to any device on your local network using just a web browser. Offers robust privacy with no cloud storage or tracking.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi file server
  • Web browser access
  • QR code connection
  • Password protection
  • Share Extension integration
  • WebDAV access
  • SFTP server (Pro)
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a portable Wi-Fi file server. LudyServer lets any device on your local network browse, download, and upload files through a web browser — no app install needed on the other side. HOW IT WORKS 1. Tap Start — your device hosts a local HTTP + WebDAV server 2. Scan the QR code or type the URL on any computer or phone 3. Browse, download, or upload files instantly over Wi-Fi FREE FEATURES • File browsing and downloads from any browser • WebDAV read access (connect Finder, Files app, or any WebDAV client) • QR code for instant connection • Password protection • Session timer (up to 30 minutes) • Share Extension — share a file from any app • Home Screen widget with server status • Siri Shortcuts integration • iPad optimized with keyboard shortcuts and drag-drop PRO UPGRADE ($2.99 one-time) • File uploads from browser • WebDAV write access • Unlimited session time • Transfer activity log and export • ZIP folder download • File type filters • HTTPS encryption • SFTP server • Multiple shared folders PRIVACY FIRST Everything stays on your local Wi-Fi network. No cloud, no account, no tracking. Your files never leave your network. PERFECT FOR • Transferring photos and videos to your computer • Sharing documents in meetings without AirDrop • Accessing iPhone files from Windows or Linux PCs • Quick file exchange between any devices on Wi-Fi

Screenshots

QR Code Inspector4 screens
LudyServer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Code Inspector at none against LudyServer's 1. LudyServer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 25 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. LudyServer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QR Code Inspector asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Inspector ships an update every 25 months, LudyServer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QR Code Inspector versus LudyServer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code InspectorLudyServer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEasy Simple SmartLudy Ankas, LLC

In-app purchases

None

QR Code Inspector

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LudyServer

One-time1
  • LudyServer Pro$2.99

Questions

Is QR Code Inspector free?
QR Code Inspector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LudyServer free?
LudyServer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code Inspector or LudyServer have ads?
Neither QR Code Inspector nor LudyServer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Inspector or LudyServer?
QR Code Inspector ships an update every 25 months, and LudyServer every 3 months. Most recently, QR Code Inspector was updated on September 27, 2026 and LudyServer on October 4, 2026.

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