Comparison

Q R Code Reader Scan ™ vs DXClock

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

Head to head
About

Q R Code Reader Scan ™

Instantly read QR codes and barcodes from your camera or saved photos. Offers smart actions like opening websites, calling numbers, or adding contacts. All scans are automatically saved for easy access.

Highlights
  • Scan from camera or gallery
  • Instant QR/barcode detection
  • Smart actions for scanned data
  • Automatic scan history
  • Easy sharing of results
  • Clean and simple interface
Features
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Quickly scan any QR code – anytime, anywhere. QR Code Reader Scan makes scanning fast and simple. Just point your camera, or select a photo from your gallery. The app instantly detects and reads any QR code or barcode. All your QR needs in one app. Easily scan codes from your camera or photo files. Whether it’s a website link, phone number, contact info, or plain text – QR Scanner handles it all. Take instant action. Once scanned, choose from smart actions: • Open a website • Call a number • Send a message • Add contact details • Open a map location • Copy the text • Share the result with others • etc Never lose a scan. Your scan history is saved automatically. You can go back anytime to view past QR codes and use the data again. Why choose QR Scanner? • Fast and accurate scanning • Works with camera and saved images • Smart actions for every QR type • Easy sharing • Clean and simple design Start scanning smarter today! Download QR Code Reader Scan now and experience the easiest way to scan and use QR codes. QR Code Reader Scan app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, QR Code Reader Scan does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. Terms of Use: https://olivetapp.github.io/QR-Code-Reader-Scan/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://olivetapp.github.io/QR-Code-Reader-Scan/privacy-policy

About

DXClock

Connect with amateur radio operators worldwide. See who's online, their location, and frequency. Log contacts, chat, and access real-time propagation and weather data.

Highlights
  • Real-time user directory
  • Community chat
  • QSO logging and sharing
  • PSK account integration
  • Propagation and conditions data
  • Weather forecasts
  • Day-night map
Features
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Connect, collaborate, and operate smarter with DX Clock — the ultimate meeting place for amateur radio operators. Stay in touch with the global ham community. See who’s logged on right now, view their callsign, name, location, and current frequency. Use the built-in chat to arrange skeds, share tips, or just chat. Key features include: • Real-time user directory — Find active stations by location or callsign. • Community chat — Interact with other hams and coordinate on-air meetings. • QSO Logging & Sharing — Log your contacts and share them with the community. • PSK Sync — Seamlessly integrate your PSK account data. • Propagation & Conditions — Solar indices, HF propagation, space weather, and more. • Weather Integration — Local and relevant forecasts for better operating. • Day-Night Map — Visualize global daylight/darkness to spot potential awake stations and greyline opportunities. • Clean, intuitive interface designed specifically for radio operators on iPhone and iPad. Whether you’re chasing DX, participating in nets, or just enjoying casual contacts, DX Clock brings the ham radio community together like never before. Perfect for contesters, DXers and new hams alike. Download now and join the DX Clock community — where hams meet on the air and online.

Screenshots

Q R Code Reader Scan ™4 screens
DXClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Q R Code Reader Scan ™ at Free against DXClock's $2.99. Q R Code Reader Scan ™ also leads on ratings volume (58 vs 1). DXClock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Q R Code Reader Scan ™ is free to download; DXClock costs $2.99 up front. Q R Code Reader Scan ™ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. DXClock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DXClock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Q R Code Reader Scan ™ has 58 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Q R Code Reader Scan ™ ships an update every 9 months, DXClock every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Q R Code Reader Scan ™ versus DXClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQ R Code Reader Scan ™DXClock
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.7 (58 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings58 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB56 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperKartika ArdianiMichael Rowe

Customer experience

Q R Code Reader Scan ™

All ratings57 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DXClock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Q R Code Reader Scan ™

Subscriptions3
  • QR Code Reader Pro - 1W$1.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader Pro - 1M$3.991 Month
  • QR Code Reader Pro - 1Y3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • QR Code Reader Pro$39.99
None

DXClock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Q R Code Reader Scan ™ free?
Q R Code Reader Scan ™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DXClock free?
DXClock costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Q R Code Reader Scan ™ or DXClock?
DXClock is rated higher. Q R Code Reader Scan ™ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 58 ratings, while DXClock averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Q R Code Reader Scan ™ or DXClock have ads?
Q R Code Reader Scan ™ shows ads; DXClock does not.
Which is updated more often, Q R Code Reader Scan ™ or DXClock?
Q R Code Reader Scan ™ ships an update every 9 months, and DXClock every 2 months. Most recently, Q R Code Reader Scan ™ was updated on October 24, 2026 and DXClock on October 31, 2026.

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