Comparison

Minimal Hourglass vs QR Code Reader ۬

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

Head to head
About

Minimal Hourglass

Features
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Minimal Hourglass is a simple and elegant visual timer app designed to help you stay focused without distractions. Watch time flow naturally with a beautifully animated hourglass timer that makes it easier to stay calm, centered, and productive. Whether you’re meditating, studying, cooking, or managing your child’s screen time, this sand timer provides a soothing and effective way to track time visually — without numbers or loud alarms. Key Features: • Minimalist hourglass animation with flowing sand • Multiple sand color options to match your mood or focus • Custom timer durations – set minutes and seconds freely • Elegant circular progress indicator • Simple one-tap start, pause, and reset controls • No internet required – works fully offline

About

QR Code Reader ۬

Features
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QR Code Scanner app gives you everything you need to scan QR codes, read barcodes, create custom QR codes, and keep your scan history organized. Quickly scan codes using your camera or import an image from Photos. Whether you’re checking a website, joining a Wi-Fi network, saving contact details, or reading a product barcode — this app makes every scan fast and simple. Useful for: shopping, travel, events, restaurants, school, work, inventory, business, and everyday tasks. You will find all the helpful tools: • Fast QR Code Scanner • Barcode Reader for UPC, EAN, Code 39, Code 128, ITF, Aztec & Data Matrix • Scan QR Codes and Barcodes from Photos • Batch Scanner — scan multiple codes in one session • Automatic Duplicate Detection • Built-In Flashlight for Low-Light Scanning • Create QR Codes for Websites, Text, Wi-Fi, Contacts, Email & SMS • Customize QR Code Colors • Add a Custom Logo to QR Codes • Save and Share QR Codes • Export QR Codes as PNG or SVG • Scan History with Search, Sort & Filters • Favorites, Notes & Custom Folders • Export History as CSV or Text • Backup & Restore Your Data • Light Mode & Dark Mode • Sound and Haptic Feedback • Offline Scanning and QR Code Creation QR Code Scanner: Scan, create, save, and organize QR codes and barcodes in one convenient app. Open links, join Wi-Fi networks, add contacts, compose emails, send messages, or copy and share scanned information in seconds. Create professional QR codes with custom colors and your own logo. Save them to Photos, share them with others, or export high-quality PNG and SVG files for menus, signs, products, events, business cards, and more. Keep every important scan organized with searchable history, favorites, notes, filters, and custom folders. Batch scanning and flexible export options make it easy to manage multiple codes for work or personal use. Scan smarter and create with confidence — wherever you go. Terms & Conditions: https://draunt.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://draunt.com/privacy

Screenshots

Minimal Hourglass4 screens
QR Code Reader ۬3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader ۬ at none against Minimal Hourglass's shown. Minimal Hourglass's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Minimal Hourglass versus QR Code Reader ۬: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinimal HourglassQR Code Reader ۬
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeulki EomDraunt LLC

In-app purchases

None

Minimal Hourglass

No in-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader ۬

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Minimal Hourglass free?
Minimal Hourglass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader ۬ free?
QR Code Reader ۬ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Minimal Hourglass or QR Code Reader ۬ have ads?
Minimal Hourglass shows ads; QR Code Reader ۬ does not.

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