# QR Scan · vs CaptureQR

The clearest difference is rating: QR Scan · at 4.8 against CaptureQR's 4.5. QR Scan · also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days). CaptureQR's advantage is ratings volume (140 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Scan · sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 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.

QR Scan · holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CaptureQR has 140 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QR Scan · ships an update every 3 days, CaptureQR every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Scan · | CaptureQR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scan/id6737774464/reviews)** | [4.5 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captureqr-qr-code-scanner/id6740825075/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **140** |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 111 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shlag](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830276093) | [Smarter Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780382263) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Scan ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scan/id6737774464)

Instantly scan and create QR codes and barcodes for various needs, from shopping to inventory management. Access detailed information, save scan history, and generate custom codes. An upgrade offers unlimited scans and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Quick QR and barcode scanning, Access detailed product information, Scan history and organization, Create custom QR codes, Supports multiple code types

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |


### 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 QR Scan · free?

QR Scan · 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, QR Scan · or CaptureQR?

QR Scan · is rated higher. QR Scan · averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while CaptureQR averages 4.5 from 140 ratings.

### Do QR Scan · or CaptureQR have ads?

Both QR Scan · and CaptureQR show ads.

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

QR Scan · ships an update every 3 days, and CaptureQR every 9 days. Most recently, QR Scan · was updated on September 15, 2026 and CaptureQR on September 21, 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.*