FontLab vs QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FontLab
Transform your text with a vast collection of fonts, emojis, and symbols. Easily set up a custom keyboard to use these creative elements in any app that supports custom fonts. Export font files and create unique text stickers for enhanced communication.
- 100+ keyboard fonts
- Install 200+ system fonts
- Use fonts in any app
- Font file export
- Create text stickers
- Includes emojis and symbols
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→ In FontLab, you can set up your font keyboard with 100 fonts and also install 200+ fonts into your system font library. → Once the keyboard is set up, you can use these fonts in Any App. → Installed fonts can only be used in apps that support custom fonts, such as Pages, Keynote, Numbers, Word, etc. → Font file export is supported, and you can also create text stickers. → In addition, FontLab provides various Emojis, Symbols, Kaomojis, Separators, Zalgo Text, etc. Auto‑Renewal Information: This app is free, but you can upgrade to the Pro version via auto‑renewal. The Pro subscription fee will be charged to your credit card through your Apple account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. During the active subscription period, cancellation is not possible. After purchase, you can manage your subscription in your "Account Settings." Terms of Use: https://yuedong56.github.io/2019/01/02/Terms%20of%20VIP%20Service/ Privacy Policy: https://yuedong56.github.io/2019/01/02/Privacy%20Policy/
QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with this fast, secure, and reliable utility. Effortlessly open links, connect to Wi-Fi, save contacts, or access text with smart actions. Keep a history of your scans, all while prioritizing your privacy as no data is collected.
- Fast and accurate scanning
- Smart actions for links, Wi-Fi, contacts
- Scan history tracking
- Privacy-focused, no data collection
- Flashlight support for low-light scanning
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Scan QR codes and barcodes quickly with a tool built for everyday use. Detect links, text, contact details, Wi-Fi access, and other encoded information using your phone’s camera, with clear results and simple navigation. Key Features: - Instant Scan: Detect and decode QR codes and barcodes in real time. - Code Type Support: Scan URLs, text, vCards, Wi-Fi codes, events, and more. - Scan History: Keep previous scans available for quick access. - Flashlight Support: Use the built-in torch when scanning in low light. - Offline Scanning: Scan local QR codes and barcodes without an internet connection. - Simple Interface: Access the QR code reader and scanner tools without unnecessary steps. Scan QR codes, read barcodes, and return to previous results whenever you need them — all from one convenient scanner. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XoQ8rz87RGHMiptA4Tk3ppFUyxC_XJh4QAI9DPhsoqs/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17ww8lbNkZkMQHca-ciYHoOWzAURqi4bGfAlmN8wgrIg/edit?usp=sharing
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: FontLab at 95% against QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦'s 0%. FontLab also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 48) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. FontLab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year and QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦ sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FontLab holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FontLab has 3.4K ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of FontLab's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦'s.
FontLab ships an update every 6 weeks, QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FontLab | QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (3.4K ratings) — better | 4.6 (48 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 95.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K — better | 48 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 272 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 雪景 潘 | Vladimir Jankovic |
Customer experience
FontLab
QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦
Bugs and requests
FontLab
Reported bugs
2 issues- Fonts not working on certain apps
- Occasional crashes or freezes
Requested features
3 requests- Add autocorrect feature
- Allow custom keyboard creation
- Expand font library
QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FontLab
- Yearly$14.991 Year
- Lifetime$39.99
QR Code Reader & Scanner ◦
- QR Code Reader, Scanner QRCode3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- QR Code Mobile Scanner, Reader$5.997 Days
- QR Code Mobile Scanner, Reader$7.997 Days
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- QR Code Reader, Scanner QRCode3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- QR Code Reader, Scanner QRCode$9.991 Month
- QR Code Mobile Scanner, Reader$9.997 Days
- QR Code & Barcode Reader3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- QR Code Reader & Generator2 variants$19.991 Year
- QR Code & Barcode Reader$24.993 Months
Questions
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