# Scanly vs PodsFinderNear

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PodsFinderNear at none against Scanly's 3. PodsFinderNear also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Scanly's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

PodsFinderNear holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scanly has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scanly | PodsFinderNear |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanly-qr-barcode-scanner/id6738839183/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podsfindernear/id6754842786/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 11 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Serhii Kravchuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782521114) | [HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS PROPCO, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850450246) |

## What reviewers say

### Scanly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanly-qr-barcode-scanner/id6738839183)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Scanly: Barcode Scanner | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $14.99 | per year |


### PodsFinderNear

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podsfindernear/id6754842786)

Quickly and safely locate nearby devices using Bluetooth. Monitor real-time distance and receive notifications when devices are within range, ensuring you never lose track of them. The intuitive interface makes finding your items easy.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth device location, Real-time distance monitoring, Proximity notifications, Intuitive user interface, Safe and quick device finding

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scanly free?

Scanly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PodsFinderNear free?

PodsFinderNear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Scanly or PodsFinderNear?

PodsFinderNear is rated higher. Scanly averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while PodsFinderNear averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scanly or PodsFinderNear have ads?

Neither Scanly nor PodsFinderNear shows ads.

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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.*