AdGuard DNS vs QRCodeChecker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AdGuard DNS
This utility app connects your devices to a secure DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious websites. It offers enhanced privacy and protection across your entire network without collecting user data. Ideal for individuals and organizations seeking a cleaner, safer online experience.
- Blocks ads and trackers
- Protects against malicious domains
- Works across all devices
- Privacy-focused, no data collection
- Easy network-wide protection
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This app works in tandem with AdGuard DNS. To use it, you need an AdGuard DNS account. Sign up or log in at https://adguard-dns.io. AdGuard DNS lets you connect to a secure, privacy-oriented DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains. It works on all devices — phones, tablets, laptops, and routers — with no restrictions. It is perfect for protecting your home network and convenient for schools, universities, or companies that need to manage multiple devices consistently. Privacy first: we do not track users, collect personal data, or embed third-party analytics or advertising SDKs. Learn more in our Privacy policy: https://adguard-dns.io/privacy.html. Need help or have questions? Visit our support center: https://adguard-dns.io/support.html. Learn more about AdGuard DNS on our website: https://adguard-dns.io.
QRCodeChecker
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QRコードを「読むだけ」で終わらせないスキャナー 街中の広告、お店の決済QR、SNSの友だち追加コード。あなたはそのQRコードが本当に安全だと確認せずに開いていませんか？ QRコードチェッカーは、読み取ったQRコードのURLを自動で開かず、内容を判定してから「開く・開かない」をあなたが選べるアプリです。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: AdGuard DNS at 3 against QRCodeChecker's 1. AdGuard DNS also leads on iOS requirement (15.4 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | AdGuard DNS | QRCodeChecker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (46 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 46 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adguard Software Limited | DAISUKE EMOTO |
In-app purchases
AdGuard DNS
No in-app purchases
QRCodeChecker
No in-app purchases
Questions
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