Comparison

QR vs Keyword Search

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

Head to head
About

QR

Easily create permanent QR codes that never expire. This utility allows for infinite use of generated codes. It's a straightforward tool for generating scannable codes.

Highlights
  • Create QR codes
  • Permanent codes
  • Infinite use
  • Simple interface
Features
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QR-Code-Generator offers the possibility to create a QR code in a very simple way. The QR codes are permanent. They do not expire and you can use them infinitely.

About

Keyword Search

Features
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Upgrade your Safari browsing with Keyword Search, the all-in-one custom search tool for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS with just one purchase. Keyword Search lets you instantly switch between multiple search engines directly from Safari's address bar or Spotlight, making your browsing faster and more efficient. For example, type "g apple" to search Google, or "d apple" for DuckDuckGo. Privacy is a top priority: Keyword Search requests only the permissions it needs. It requires permission to view browsing history only to identify the search engine in the URL bar. All processing is done locally, and your personal information never leaves your device. Key features: ■ Shortcuts: Navigate between search engines instantly with simple keywords. ■ Custom Engines: Transform any searchable website into a custom engine using URL templates. ■ Smart History: Automatically remembers your last query, allowing you to re-search on different engines without retyping. ■ App Integration: Use native URL schemes to trigger searches from within other apps like X (Twitter) or productivity tools. ■ Multi-Search: Blast a single query across multiple engines at the same time. ■ Spotlight & Siri: Launch searches directly from the home screen or use voice commands via Shortcuts. ■ iCloud Sync: Your setup stays perfectly in sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. ■ Backup: Easily export or import your engine list as a JSON file. Modernize your Safari experience today with Keyword Search.

Screenshots

QR2 screens
Keyword Search4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: QR at Free against Keyword Search's $0.99. On ads, in-app purchases, 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

QR is free to download; Keyword Search costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
QR versus Keyword Search: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRKeyword Search
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB5 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThomas BurowVigo Global

In-app purchases

None

QR

No in-app purchases

None

Keyword Search

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR free?
QR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Keyword Search free?
Keyword Search costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR or Keyword Search have ads?
Neither QR nor Keyword Search shows ads.

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