Comparison

PhoneShield vs QR Code Scanner

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

Head to head
About

PhoneShield

Securely manage your phone's photos by hiding sensitive details and organizing your library. This app offers a private album, duplicate photo removal, and network status checks, all while processing data on your device for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Hide sensitive photo details
  • Remove EXIF data for sharing
  • Private album with passcode/Face ID
  • Duplicate and similar photo detection
  • Network status check
  • On-device photo processing
Features
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PhoneShield helps you protect what matters on your phone. Keep your photos private, share with confidence, and stay organized — all in one simple app. PROTECT YOUR PHOTOS Photos often carry more than you think. Hide sensitive details in your images before anyone else sees them, and keep personal moments safe. SHARE WITH CONFIDENCE Every photo can carry hidden information such as where and when it was taken. Remove these details in a tap, so you can share freely without giving away more than you intend. PRIVATE ALBUM Keep your most personal photos in a protected space secured by passcode and Face ID. Only you decide who sees them. NETWORK CHECK Check your connection speed and network status anytime, so you always know how your phone is performing. ORGANIZE YOUR PHOTOS Review similar and duplicate photos and keep your library tidy, so the moments you care about are always easy to find. PRIVACY FIRST Your photos are processed on your device. We do not upload, store, or share your personal photos. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Apple ID Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://clear.scenegood.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://clear.scenegood.com/privacy

About

QR Code Scanner

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access information like links, product details, and Wi-Fi credentials. Create and share your own QR codes, and keep a history of your scans for quick access.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes
  • Scan barcodes
  • Auto scan functionality
  • Create QR codes
  • Save scan history
  • Share QR codes
Features
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QR Code Scanner - Easy Reader helps you scan QR codes and barcodes quickly and easily. Just open the app, point your camera, and get the information you need in seconds. You can scan links, product codes, Wi-Fi codes, contact details, and more. Create your own QR codes, share them instantly, and save scanned or created codes in your history for later use. FEATURES - Scan QR codes - Scan barcodes - Auto scan - Create QR codes - Save scan history - Share QR codes SUBSCRIPTION TERMS You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features within QR Code Scanner - Easy Reader • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase By using QR Scanner Genius, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: Privacy Policy:https://docs.qq.com/doc/DV29TUFFmYm5mR1ZP Terms of Use: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DV0hqdE1UY1JDeFRi

Screenshots

PhoneShield4 screens
QR Code Scanner2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Scanner at 4.9 against PhoneShield's 3.8. QR Code Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). PhoneShield's advantage is ratings volume (77 vs 7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. PhoneShield sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and QR Code Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PhoneShield has 77 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PhoneShield ships an update monthly, QR Code Scanner every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PhoneShield versus QR Code Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhoneShieldQR Code Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (77 ratings)4.9 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings77 — better7
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperScene TechnologyHong Kong Tang An Technology Limited

In-app purchases

4 purchases

PhoneShield

Subscriptions4
  • Cleaner Weekly Pro$7.997 Days
  • Cleaner Weekly VIP3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Cleaner Monthly Pro$14.991 Month
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  • Cleaner Yearly Pro$39.991 Year
2 purchases

QR Code Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • week VIP3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • month VIP3 Days trial$29.991 Month

Questions

Is PhoneShield free?
PhoneShield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Scanner free?
QR Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PhoneShield or QR Code Scanner?
QR Code Scanner is rated higher. PhoneShield averages 3.8 out of 5 from 77 ratings, while QR Code Scanner averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.
Do PhoneShield or QR Code Scanner have ads?
Neither PhoneShield nor QR Code Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PhoneShield or QR Code Scanner?
PhoneShield ships an update monthly, and QR Code Scanner every 10 days. Most recently, PhoneShield was updated on November 14, 2026 and QR Code Scanner on November 13, 2026.

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