Yi iot + vs BlinkQR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Yi iot +
Detect and identify unfamiliar electronic devices and hidden lenses nearby. Gain peace of mind in various locations like hotels, offices, or public spaces by understanding your surroundings.
- Wireless device detection (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi)
- Infrared lens scanner
- Smart scan modes
- Fast and easy to use interface
- Ideal for travel privacy checks
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Protect your privacy wherever you go. This app helps you detect and identify unfamiliar electronic devices nearby, giving you peace of mind at home, in hotels, offices, or public spaces. Key Features • Wireless Device Detection – Scan for nearby devices using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi signals • Infrared Lens Scanner – Use your phone’s camera to help detect hidden lenses that may be difficult to see with the naked eye • Smart Scan Modes – Choose from multiple scanning options for more accurate results • Fast & Easy to Use – Simple interface with quick scans, no technical skills required • Ideal for Travel – Check hotel rooms, rentals, or workspaces anytime for extra awareness Why Use This App? Privacy matters. This app helps you stay informed about nearby electronic devices and better understand your surroundings in everyday situations. Subscription Information Some features require a subscription. Subscriptions include auto-renewable options and in-app purchases, which can be managed or canceled at any time in your device settings. Privacy - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XdfkEu3RYGS6kgFeM1oLv81TVRX9YELKoUi3wKuPPDA/edit?usp=sharing Terms - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ndz_D8epe-_g5A8NlPu2iXx8L7dCbMe28YcuVofPUIE/edit?usp=sharing
BlinkQR
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BlinkQR is a fast, privacy-first QR toolkit for everyday scanning and sharing. Scan in a Blink. Use BlinkQR to scan: URLs with quick open actions Wi-Fi QR codes for easy sharing Contact cards in vCard format OTP and verification codes Plain text QR content Create beautiful QR codes for: Websites Wi-Fi networks Personal contact cards Text snippets Why BlinkQR: Fast camera-first scanning Clean and minimal design Gradient and style customization Local archive history No account required No mandatory backend Your history stays on device. Your QR creation stays simple.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BlinkQR at daily against Yi iot +'s every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Yi iot + sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and BlinkQR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Yi iot + ships an update every 6 weeks, BlinkQR daily. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Yi iot + | BlinkQR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (905 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 9.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 905 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joshua Jarvis | Changsha Infinite Boundary Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
Yi iot +
- Premuim$4.997 Days
- Get Premuim3 Days trial$4.997 Days
BlinkQR
- BlinkQR Pro$3.99








