# Scan QR Code Now vs CaptureQR

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Scan QR Code Now at 13K against CaptureQR's 140. Scan QR Code Now also leads on chart position (#22 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scan QR Code Now sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and CaptureQR sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Scan QR Code Now against 4.5 for CaptureQR. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scan QR Code Now has 13K ratings behind it against 140, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Scan QR Code Now's written reviews are positive against 80% of CaptureQR's.

Scan QR Code Now ships an update weekly, CaptureQR every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scan QR Code Now | CaptureQR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537/reviews)** | [4.5 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captureqr-qr-code-scanner/id6740825075/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 140 |
| Positive reviews | **87.0% of reviews** | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sparktonic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711861522) | [Smarter Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780382263) |

## What reviewers say

### Scan QR Code Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-now/id6503708537)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access information, find deals, or create your own codes. Features auto-scan, safe browsing, and sharing options. Offers premium features through subscription.

**Highlights:** QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner, Create & Share QR Codes, Auto Scan functionality, Discover Deals & Coupons, Safe Browsing for links, Save & Share Scan History

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Scan QR Code Now | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro User | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Unlock all features | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Unlock all features | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent app
- ⭐ Great QR code reader
- ⭐ Works as expected
- ⭐ Fun to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💔 Scam app, don't download
- 💔 Doesn't deliver on promises

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### CaptureQR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captureqr-qr-code-scanner/id6740825075)

This AI-powered app simplifies QR code management by instantly capturing, interpreting, and organizing scanned codes. It transforms complex information into clear, actionable details, offering a smart history view and secure storage for easy access and sharing.

**Highlights:** AI-powered scanning, Instant interpretation, Organized history view, Intelligent search, Secure code management, Seamless sharing

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CaptureQR Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| CaptureQR Premium - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CaptureQR Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CaptureQR Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CaptureQR Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| CaptureQR Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| CaptureQR Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium - Yearly LTO | $49.99 | per year |
| CaptureQR Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| CaptureQR Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scan QR Code Now free?

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

### Is CaptureQR free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Scan QR Code Now or CaptureQR?

Scan QR Code Now is rated higher. Scan QR Code Now averages 4.6 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while CaptureQR averages 4.5 from 140 ratings.

### Do Scan QR Code Now or CaptureQR have ads?

Both Scan QR Code Now and CaptureQR show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scan QR Code Now or CaptureQR?

Scan QR Code Now ships an update weekly, and CaptureQR every 9 days. Most recently, Scan QR Code Now was updated on October 14, 2026 and CaptureQR on October 8, 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.*