Comparison

ScanLikely vs Malicious URLs Detector

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

Head to head
About

ScanLikely

Instantly analyze QR codes to reveal where links lead and assess their safety before you interact. It identifies potential threats and provides a risk rating, ensuring secure browsing and transactions.

Highlights
  • Instant URL expansion
  • AI-powered safety analysis
  • Smart content detection (WiFi, Payments, Social)
  • Trusted partner alternatives
  • Scan history logging
  • Privacy-focused data handling
Features
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Scan any QR code in seconds—and know it's safe before you tap. ScanLikely is a free QR code scanner and reader with one big difference: it checks where every code actually leads before it opens. Phishing links, fake websites, malware, and hidden redirects are flagged instantly, so a quick scan never turns into a costly mistake. WHY SCANLIKELY Most QR scanners just open whatever link is hidden inside the code. ScanLikely reads the code, reveals the real destination, and runs a real-time safety check first. You get a clear safe / caution / dangerous rating before anything loads. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Scan QR codes & barcodes — fast, accurate, no account needed - See the full link before you open it — no hidden redirects or surprises - Get instant phishing, scam & malware detection on every scan - Connect to Wi-Fi from a QR code with a safety check first - Scan with confidence on menus, parking meters, packages, flyers & posters BUILT FOR EVERYDAY SCANS Whether you're scanning a restaurant menu, paying at a parking meter, joining café Wi-Fi, or checking a package label, ScanLikely gives you a second opinion in under a second. WHY IT MATTERS QR code scams—"quishing"—are one of the fastest-growing online threats. Scammers paste fake codes over real ones in public, or hide malicious links in emails and texts. One tap can expose your passwords, bank details, or personal info. ScanLikely stops that before it starts. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account required. We don't sell your data, and your scans stay on your device. Download ScanLikely free. Point, scan, and know it's safe.

About

Malicious URLs Detector

Features
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Stay safe online with Malicious URLs Detector — a simple and privacy-conscious way to assess the risk of links before you open them. Paste a link (or any text containing one) to analyze it locally on your device using machine learning, or run an optional cloud check for deeper insights. Use the Share Extension from Safari, Mail, or any app to scan links in one tap. Why it’s different Private by default: Only the URL is sent to the cloud (full text is optional in Settings). Fast and helpful: On-device checks work offline. Cloud analysis adds verdict, risk score, and reasons. Seamless everywhere: Share Extension integrates with Safari, Mail, and any app that supports Share. Key features Local analysis (on-device ML) for instant verdicts Optional cloud check with detailed reasons and recommended actions Clear result card with color-coded status and confidence Share Extension: analyze links from other apps URL normalization and http/https filtering Optional auto-check while typing Built-in tutorial and quick safety tips Result caching (faster repeated checks) Accessibility-friendly UI (Dynamic Type, high contrast option) How it works: Paste a link or text with a link Tap "Local" or "Cloud" Read the verdict, confidence, reasons, and recommended actions Share Extension: In Safari or Mail, tap the Share button Scroll down, tap “Edit Actions…”, add “Malicious URLs Detector” to Favorites Next time, tap “Malicious URLs Detector” to analyze the current link Privacy Local analysis runs entirely on your device. Cloud analysis sends only the URL by default; full text is optional in Settings. No tracking. No ads. Disclaimer: This app helps identify risky links, but no system can guarantee 100% accuracy. Always stay cautious. Subscription Plans: - Payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Automatic renewals will cost the same price you were originally charged for the subscription. - Manage or cancel your subscription from your user settings in the App Store at any time after purchasing. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sunteame.com/privacy-policy/ Terms And Conditions:https://sunteame.com/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

ScanLikely4 screens
Malicious URLs Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScanLikely at none against Malicious URLs Detector's 3. Malicious URLs Detector's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Malicious URLs Detector sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. ScanLikely asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ScanLikely versus Malicious URLs Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanLikelyMalicious URLs Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlain Ave LLCSvetlana Nasonova

In-app purchases

None

ScanLikely

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Malicious URLs Detector

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Yearly$99.991 Year

Questions

Is ScanLikely free?
ScanLikely is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Malicious URLs Detector free?
Malicious URLs Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ScanLikely or Malicious URLs Detector have ads?
ScanLikely shows ads; Malicious URLs Detector does not.

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