Comparison

Scanly vs Smart Folder

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

Head to head
About

Scanly

This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, offering smart actions like opening links or connecting to Wi-Fi. It also allows users to generate custom QR codes for various purposes and securely store scan history.

Highlights
  • Instant QR & Barcode Scanning
  • Smart Actions After Scan
  • QR Code Generator
  • Scan & Generated History
  • Private & Secure Scanning
  • Face ID Protection
Features
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Point your camera — Scanly reads any QR code or barcode instantly and shows you what to do next: open the link, join the Wi-Fi, save the contact. Fast, private and simple. No accounts, no clutter. SCAN ANYTHING - QR codes and barcodes (EAN, UPC, ISBN and more) - Automatic detection, works in low light with the flashlight ACT IN ONE TAP - Open websites instantly - Join Wi-Fi networks without typing passwords - Save contacts straight to your phone - Share results anywhere CREATE YOUR OWN QR CODES - Websites, Wi-Fi, contacts (vCard), email, events and text - Customize style and preview in real time - Export in high quality for print or sharing HISTORY THAT STAYS PRIVATE - All scanned and created codes in one place - Search and filter by type - Lock your history with Face ID SCANLY PREMIUM Unlock unlimited scans, saving and exporting of generated QR codes and all premium features. - Weekly or yearly subscription - New subscribers can start with a free trial Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WrhsC--weROgWKg5ALEOizKycdwsn3vdMZWnJXcM808/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12kHXmu4IoGz5saeOCkljztfo0ya2pDbqWopcC4ILdp4/edit?usp=sharing

About

Smart Folder

Features
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En esta aplicación se pueden crear carpetas o gestionar las carpetas ya creadas de Google drive para guardar en ellas Google docs y poder mejorar la organización de estas. Al pulsar sobre un documento se abrirá directamente en la app de Google docs o bien en la web. Podremos mover los Google docs entre carpetas, así como los documentos que no tenemos en carpetas añadirlos en una. Se podrá eliminar tanto una carpeta con sus correspondientes documentos o bien un documento en específico. Estos pasarán a estar en la papelera de Google drive.También se podrá cambiar el nombre de la carpeta o de un documento en específico. Todo esto se sincroniza tanto con Google drive como con Google docs. Lo que nos garantiza que si creamos una carpeta desde la web con documentos dentro se verán en la app. Solo se gestionan Google docs, otro tipo de archivos no se verán o se podrán gestionar. Ya están dentro de una carpeta o no. Debido a que se trata de una aplicación sin ánimo de lucro no se ha podido verificar con Google porque se necesita tener un dominio para ello, en próximas versiones se planea corregir. Los datos creados, eliminados o cualquier tipo de datos lo podrá ver solo y exclusivamente el usuario, el equipo de desarrollo y derivados no tiene acceso.

Screenshots

Scanly4 screens
Smart Folder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart Folder at none against Scanly's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Scanly sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Smart Folder asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scanly ships an update monthly, Smart Folder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Scanly versus Smart Folder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanlySmart Folder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB35 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSerhii Kravchuklaura cabezas

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Scanly

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Scanly: Barcode Scanner3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
None

Smart Folder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scanly free?
Scanly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Folder free?
Smart Folder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scanly or Smart Folder have ads?
Neither Scanly nor Smart Folder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scanly or Smart Folder?
Scanly ships an update monthly, and Smart Folder every 2 months. Most recently, Scanly was updated on October 8, 2026 and Smart Folder on September 29, 2026.

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