CaptureQR vs ScanFirst
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CaptureQR
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.
- AI-powered scanning
- Instant interpretation
- Organized history view
- Intelligent search
- Secure code management
- Seamless sharing
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Introducing the smartest, most intuitive way to manage QR codes on your phone. CaptureQR is the AI-powered scanning app that uncomplicates your digital world by transforming complex QR codes into clear, actionable information - so you can focus on connecting while our AI handles the interpretation and organization of every code you encounter. Whether you're scanning product codes, digital menus, or accessing exclusive content, CaptureQR's intelligent technology handles the complexity. Just point your camera and watch as it instantly captures, interprets, and organizes every code into simple, clear details you can trust. CAPTURE QR'S INTELLIGENT FEATURES EFFORTLESS SCANNING Point and scan. Our AI technology instantly captures and interprets QR codes - no adjusting or retrying needed. SMART HISTORY VIEW Access your previously scanned codes in a beautifully organized timeline. Find exactly what you need, when you need it. INTELLIGENT SEARCH Quickly locate past scans with our smart, searchable code library. Never lose track of important information again. SECURE MANAGEMENT Keep all your codes organized and secure in one place. Easily manage your stored codes and preferences with just a tap. INSTANT SHARING Share your saved codes seamlessly with friends, family, or colleagues. Transform complicated information into shareable moments. Every feature in CaptureQR is designed to uncomplicate your experience and deliver trustworthy results. Stop dealing with confusing QR codes, unreliable scanners, and lost information. Join the users who trust CaptureQR to handle their scanning needs with unmatched simplicity and security. SCAN SMARTER, NOT HARDER • Scan anything, anywhere. From product codes to digital menus, event tickets to contact information—capture it all with confidence. • AI-powered interpretation. Every scan is automatically processed for clear, trustworthy information. • Smart organization. Intelligent history and search features make your scans instantly accessible. • Effortless management. Handle all your codes in one secure, organized place. • Share with ease. Transform complex codes into shareable information with just a tap. CaptureQR is free to download. Start scanning today and experience the easiest way to capture, save, and share QR codes. Terms of Service: https://captureqr.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://captureqr.com/privacy
ScanFirst
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Every QR scanner opens the code. ScanFirst explains it first. Fake parking-meter stickers. "Scan to receive money" payment scams. Shortened links hiding phishing pages. QR fraud is exploding worldwide — and the scanner built into your camera opens everything instantly. ScanFirst is a safety buffer between the QR code and your phone. Nothing opens without your approval. WHAT THIS CODE DOES — IN PLAIN ENGLISH Every scan gets a one-paragraph explanation anyone can understand: "This asks you to pay ₹500 to X", "This joins the Wi-Fi network Y", "This link really leads to Z." SCAM CHECKS ON EVERY SCAN • Reveals the true destination behind shortened links (bit.ly, t.co…) without opening the page • Flags lookalike domains, brand impersonation, hidden credentials, raw-IP servers • Matches every link against live phishing and malware databases, updated automatically • Blocks code-executing link types outright • Warns on premium SMS, rogue Wi-Fi, crypto address swaps, and 2FA hijack codes PAYMENT QR PROTECTION (India, Brazil, SE Asia & more) Reads UPI, Pix, DuitNow, QRIS, VietQR, QR Ph, PromptPay, PayNow and other national payment QRs. Shows the payee, amount, and whether it's a registered merchant — and reminds you: receiving money never requires scanning a QR or entering your PIN. Verified payments hand off to YOUR payment app (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, CRED…) where you approve as usual. ScanFirst never touches the money. PRODUCT BARCODES TOO Scan any grocery barcode for instant product info: brand, Nutri-Score, processing level, allergens. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No accounts. No ads. No analytics. No scan history sent anywhere. Camera images never leave your device. Scan safely first.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScanFirst at none against CaptureQR's 10. ScanFirst also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. CaptureQR sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. ScanFirst asks for nothing beyond the download.
CaptureQR ships an update every 9 days, ScanFirst every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CaptureQR | ScanFirst |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (142 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 142 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 11 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 120 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Smarter Apps | Abhijeet Verma |
In-app purchases
CaptureQR
- CaptureQR Premium - Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- CaptureQR Premium - Weekly7 Days trial$6.997 Days
- CaptureQR Premium$6.997 Days
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- CaptureQR Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- CaptureQR Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- CaptureQR Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Premium - Yearly LTO1 Year trial2 variants$49.991 Year
- CaptureQR Yearly$49.991 Year
- CaptureQR Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
ScanFirst
No in-app purchases
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