Comparison

QR Code Scanner & Reader+ vs Cardinal Pro

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Scanner & Reader+

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing QR codes and NFC tags on iPhones. It allows for instant scanning, custom code generation, and tag writing for various purposes, all within a single, native interface.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes instantly
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Read and write NFC tags
  • Save and reuse scanned tags/codes
  • Program tags for automation
  • Native iOS interface
Features
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The complete toolkit for QR codes AND NFC tags — built for iPhone. ▸ QR CODE TOOLKIT • Scan any QR code instantly with the camera • Generate QR codes for URLs, vCards, Wi-Fi, payments, plain text • Customize size, error correction, foreground & background colors • Save your QR library for fast reuse • Share generated QR codes anywhere ▸ NFC TOOLS • Read any NFC tag — NDEF, MIFARE, vCard, RFID • Write tags with URLs, text, contacts, Wi-Fi credentials • Save scanned tags and reuse them anytime • Program tags for smart home, access, automation • Works with all iPhones that support NFC ▸ ONE APP, EVERYTHING CONTACTLESS Whether you scan a QR code at a restaurant menu or tap an NFC tag at a smart-home dock, QR & NFC Tools handles both worlds in a single fast, native iOS interface. — No bloated ads, no broken redirects — Lightning-fast scanner with vibration feedback — Cleanly designed for iPhone The App is not free to use. Access to some or all features requires payment, subscription, or in-app purchase. Terms & Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://halmob.com/apps/nfc-scanner/privacy-policy

About

Cardinal Pro

Features
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Cardinal Pro is the ultimate compass app with professional features for outdoor enthusiasts, photographers, and spiritual practitioners. All Free Features Plus: • Sun position tracking (sunrise, sunset, golden hour) • Sacred directions (Mecca, Jerusalem, Vatican & more) • Home screen widget • Apple Watch companion app • Custom color themes • Unlimited saved locations

Screenshots

QR Code Scanner & Reader+4 screens
Cardinal Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: QR Code Scanner & Reader+ at Free against Cardinal Pro's $1.99. Cardinal Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, 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

QR Code Scanner & Reader+ is free to download; Cardinal Pro costs $1.99 up front. QR Code Scanner & Reader+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Cardinal Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Scanner & Reader+ versus Cardinal Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Scanner & Reader+Cardinal Pro
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHalmobSetKernel Digital Inc.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Scanner & Reader+

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro$12.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro$59.991 Year
None

Cardinal Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Scanner & Reader+ free?
QR Code Scanner & Reader+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cardinal Pro free?
Cardinal Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Code Scanner & Reader+ or Cardinal Pro have ads?
Neither QR Code Scanner & Reader+ nor Cardinal Pro shows ads.

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