Comparison

SAKO Cloud vs Qalkan

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

Head to head
About

SAKO Cloud

Features
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1. The most advanced collector can be used for data monitoring 2. Accurate data, dynamic graph display, clear and clear 3. One click device addition 4. Data from multi-angle professional analysis equipment

About

Qalkan

Features
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Qalkan reads QR codes and barcodes and shows you what is inside before anything happens. A scanned code is never opened, dialled or connected on its own. You see the content first, you decide second. BEFORE YOU OPEN A LINK Qalkan shows the full address, marks the real domain inside it and points out the patterns used to dress a link up as something else: a lookalike domain, mixed alphabets, a hidden redirect. Short links can be resolved with one tap, so you see the destination before you travel to it. SCANNING - QR, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39 and more - Several codes in one frame: you pick the one you meant - Scan from a photo you already have, or from an image shared to Qalkan - Batch mode for stock taking, tickets and shelf work - Works offline, every scan is decoded on your device CREATING - Link, text, Wi-Fi, contact, event, e-mail, SMS, phone, location and product codes - Your own design: colours, shapes, corner styles, a logo in the middle - A readability check that warns you before a pretty code stops scanning - Export as PNG, SVG or PDF, or print it YOUR WALLET - History of what you scanned and what you made, searchable, with folders and notes - Two-step keys, Wi-Fi passwords and payment codes are not saved unless you ask for it - Everything stays on your device. No account, no sign-up, no server QALKAN PRO The free version is supported by ads. Pro removes them and opens the full toolbox: unlimited history, folders, backup, designed codes with a logo, password protected codes, named batch sessions and exports. Scanning and reading are always free, with no limit on how many codes you read. PRIVACY Qalkan has no account and no analytics SDK. What you scan stays on your device unless you share it yourself. The full data inventory is in the privacy policy. QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. Terms of Use: https://qalkan.app/en/qr/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://qalkan.app/en/qr/privacy/

Screenshots

SAKO Cloud4 screens
Qalkan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SAKO Cloud at none against Qalkan's 2. SAKO Cloud also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Qalkan's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Qalkan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. SAKO Cloud asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SAKO Cloud ships an update every 3 months, Qalkan weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences ยท 2 level
SAKO Cloud versus Qalkan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSAKO CloudQalkan
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly โ€” better
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size107 MB39 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Energy Control Cloud Technology Co., LtdNESLIHAN BAYAR

In-app purchases

None

SAKO Cloud

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Qalkan

Subscriptions1
  • Pro, yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro, lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is SAKO Cloud free?
SAKO Cloud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Qalkan free?
Qalkan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SAKO Cloud or Qalkan have ads?
Qalkan shows ads; SAKO Cloud does not.
Which is updated more often, SAKO Cloud or Qalkan?
SAKO Cloud ships an update every 3 months, and Qalkan weekly. Most recently, SAKO Cloud was updated on October 7, 2026 and Qalkan on November 6, 2026.

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