# MI Remote・TV Box Controller vs QR Code Check & Barcode Reader

The clearest difference is rating: MI Remote・TV Box Controller at 4.4 against QR Code Check & Barcode Reader's 1.0. MI Remote・TV Box Controller also leads on ratings volume (140 vs 1). QR Code Check & Barcode Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MI Remote・TV Box Controller sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR Code Check & Barcode Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MI Remote・TV Box Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MI Remote・TV Box Controller has 140 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, QR Code Check & Barcode Reader every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MI Remote・TV Box Controller | QR Code Check & Barcode Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remotetv-box-controller/id6667110503/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-check-and-barcode-reader/id6740921389/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **140** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 43.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 118 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jacob Mitchell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863367493) | [Dos Mukasan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810224954) |

## What reviewers say

### MI Remote・TV Box Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remotetv-box-controller/id6667110503)

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive remote for your Mi Box. Navigate menus, launch applications, and control playback with ease. Features voice search and a touchpad for enhanced usability.

**Highlights:** Complete remote control functions, App management, Voice search capabilities, Touchpad navigation, Quick setup, Multi-device support

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Controller | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・TV Box Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Universal Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Controller | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Control App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Device Remote | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Home Control App | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Smart TV Control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・TV Remote App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Smart Remote App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Controller | $19.99 | per month |
| MI Remote・TV Control Manager | $24.99 | per year |
| MI Remote・Device Control App | $29.99 | per year |
| MI Remote TV Box Control App | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Controller・MI Remote | $9.99 | one-time |
| Device Control App | $9.99 | one-time |


### QR Code Check & Barcode Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-check-and-barcode-reader/id6740921389)

Instantly scan and decode QR codes and barcodes with your smartphone camera. Access product details, URLs, and contact information quickly. The app saves your scan history for easy reference.

**Highlights:** Fast scanning, Wide format support, Simple interface, Detailed results, Scan history log, Create QR codes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly trial subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Lifetime access | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MI Remote・TV Box Controller free?

MI Remote・TV Box Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code Check & Barcode Reader free?

QR Code Check & Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or QR Code Check & Barcode Reader?

MI Remote・TV Box Controller is rated higher. MI Remote・TV Box Controller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while QR Code Check & Barcode Reader averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do MI Remote・TV Box Controller or QR Code Check & Barcode Reader have ads?

Neither MI Remote・TV Box Controller nor QR Code Check & Barcode Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or QR Code Check & Barcode Reader?

MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, and QR Code Check & Barcode Reader every 6 days. Most recently, MI Remote・TV Box Controller was updated on September 22, 2026 and QR Code Check & Barcode Reader on June 8, 2026.

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