# QuickScan vs Quick Share File Transfer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Quick Share File Transfer at 5 against QuickScan's 1. Quick Share File Transfer also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuickScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Quick Share File Transfer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for QuickScan against 5.0 for Quick Share File Transfer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Quick Share File Transfer has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QuickScan ships an update every 3 months, Quick Share File Transfer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuickScan | Quick Share File Transfer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickscanqr-and-barcode-scanner/id6756604909/reviews) | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-share-file-transfer/id6785343145/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ishan Nandwal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861738118) | [江鹏 董](https://appshunter.io/developer/6785335470) |

## What reviewers say

### QuickScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickscanqr-and-barcode-scanner/id6756604909)

This utility app quickly scans and generates QR codes and barcodes. It supports various formats, allows scanning from photos, and offers features like Wi-Fi sharing and price comparison. It prioritizes user privacy with on-device processing.

**Highlights:** Instant QR and barcode scanning, Scan from photos, QR code generation, Wi-Fi password sharing, Price comparison, Smart scan history, On-device privacy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Montly | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual | $14.99 | per year |


### Quick Share File Transfer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-share-file-transfer/id6785343145)

Easily send files, photos, videos, and documents between your devices using local Wi-Fi or a temporary cloud link. It offers direct transfers for nearby devices and cloud sharing for cross-network convenience.

**Highlights:** Send photos, videos, documents, folders, and text, Share between iPhone, iPad, and computers, Discover nearby devices on Wi-Fi/LAN, Direct file transfer between devices, Share files via temporary cloud link, Password protection for cloud links

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quick Share Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuickScan free?

QuickScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Quick Share File Transfer free?

Quick Share File Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QuickScan or Quick Share File Transfer?

QuickScan and Quick Share File Transfer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 5 ratings respectively.

### Do QuickScan or Quick Share File Transfer have ads?

Both QuickScan and Quick Share File Transfer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, QuickScan or Quick Share File Transfer?

QuickScan ships an update every 3 months, and Quick Share File Transfer every 2 months. Most recently, QuickScan was updated on October 24, 2026 and Quick Share File Transfer on October 28, 2026.

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