Comparison

QR Shield vs Secure QR & Link Scanner

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

Head to head
About

QR Shield

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Worried about suspicious QR codes? Stay safe online with QRsafe - QR Code Checker, the quick and easy way to scan and verify QR code URLs before clicking. Whether you’re scanning a code on a product, in a restaurant, or from any other source, QRsafe helps ensure that the URL behind the code is safe. Features: β€’ Scan QR codes instantly to check the URL. β€’ Identify potentially harmful or suspicious websites. β€’ Stay protected from phishing and malicious links. β€’ Get 3 free scans to start safeguarding your QR scans. How It Works: Simply open the app, scan the QR code, and let QRsafe analyze the link. If a URL looks suspicious, you’ll be alerted right away, keeping you safe from unwanted risks. Download QRsafe today and surf smartly! Terms of Service: https://sports-stats.org/terms-of-service-qr-code-checker/ Privacy: https://sports-stats.org/privacy-policy-qr-code-checker/

About

Secure QR & Link Scanner

Features
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Scan QR codes and barcodes at lightning speed, analyze suspicious links before opening them, and generate your own QR codes in seconds. All in a modern, simple, and user-friendly interface. ADVANCED SECURITY CHECK β€’ In-Depth Scanning: Our app queries the scanned website address in global databases. It protects you against phishing and websites containing malware. β€’ Clear Results: Instantly see the link safety status: Safe, Suspicious, or Risky. In suspicious or risky cases, you are informed with detailed reasons. FAST QR READER & GENERATOR β€’ Versatile Scanning: Scan instantly using your camera or from images in your gallery. β€’ Smart Results: Get customized results based on what you scan: Web Sites: See where the link goes and test if it is safe. Wi-Fi Networks: Directly view the Wi-Fi network name and password. Product Barcodes: Scan a product barcode to find out its country of origin. CREATE YOUR OWN QR CODE Create custom QR codes for your Wi-Fi password, website (URL), phone number, or text in seconds. Save the codes you create to your gallery or share them with friends with a single click. AD-FREE PREMIUM EXPERIENCE You can use our app completely free of charge or switch to the Premium option to enjoy a completely ad-free and uninterrupted experience. PRIVACY-FOCUSED DESIGN Your privacy is our priority. β€’ Your personal data is not collected or stored. β€’ Only Camera and Gallery permissions required for the app to function are requested. Download Secure QR & Link Scanner now for a safer, faster, and smarter scanning experience! Contact & Support: orhanuzel@yahoo.com

Screenshots

QR Shield4 screens
Secure QR & Link Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

QR Shield and Secure QR & Link Scanner are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Shield sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Secure QR & Link Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
QR Shield versus Secure QR & Link Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ShieldSecure QR & Link Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysβ€”
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.016.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size7 MB66 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSports Stats LimitedOrhan Uzel

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Shield

One-time3
  • 25 Credits$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 100 Credits$4.99
1 purchases

Secure QR & Link Scanner

One-time1
  • Premium Access$2.99

Questions

Is QR Shield free?
QR Shield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Secure QR & Link Scanner free?
Secure QR & Link Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Shield or Secure QR & Link Scanner have ads?
Both QR Shield and Secure QR & Link Scanner show ads.

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