QuantumReader vs ClipSafe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
QuantumReader
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QuantumReader uses the built-in camera to read QR codes and barcodes, automatically displaying websites and text in sequence. Easily browse through product catalogs and travel guides, which contain many QR codes. Scanned content can be shared using the standard sharing menu, such as copying or AirDrop. This app allows you to configure the following settings: - Rear camera or Front camera - Code detection (QR codes only / All detectable codes) - Automatically display websites - Automatically search for text - Display the status bar
ClipSafe
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Clipboard Pro is the fastest way to save, organize, and access your clipboard history on iPhone. Never lose an important copy again. **SAVE FROM ANYWHERE** β’ Paste directly in the app β’ Use the share sheet from any app β’ Automatic link detection β’ Sensitive content warnings **ORGANIZE YOUR CLIPS** β’ Pin important snippets for quick access β’ Search through all your items instantly β’ Swipe to pin or delete β’ Auto-expire old items (Pro) **QUICK ACCESS WIDGETS** β’ Small widget: 1 pinned snippet β’ Medium widget: 3 pinned snippets β’ Tap to copy instantly β’ Always up-to-date **PRIVACY FIRST** β’ All data stays on your device β’ No cloud sync (yet) β’ No tracking or analytics β’ Optional Face ID lock (Pro) β’ Sensitive content detection **FREE vs PRO** Free includes: β’ 20 items max β’ 5 pins max β’ Basic clipboard history β’ Search & filter Pro unlock ($2.99 one-time): β’ Unlimited items & pins β’ Home screen widgets β’ Face ID lock β’ Auto-expire old items β’ Quick Actions (3D Touch) β’ Priority support **NO SUBSCRIPTION** Pay once, own forever. No monthly fees, no hidden costs. **PERFECT FOR:** β’ Developers copying code snippets β’ Writers managing research notes β’ Students organizing study materials β’ Anyone who copies a lot **FEATURES:** Fast clipboard history Pin important snippets Full-text search Share sheet integration Home screen widgets Face ID lock (Pro) Auto-expire (Pro) Quick Actions (Pro) Haptic feedback Dark mode support Privacy-focused
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ClipSafe at every 10 days against QuantumReader's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. QuantumReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ClipSafe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
QuantumReader ships an update every 2 months, ClipSafe every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QuantumReader | ClipSafe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masayuki Akamatsu | christopher reed |
In-app purchases
QuantumReader
- Remove Ads$4.99
ClipSafe
- ClipSafe Pro$4.99
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