Comparison

ORIGINOTE vs QR Reader

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

Head to head
About

ORIGINOTE

Features
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【What is ORIGINOTE】 The essential app that embeds a "digital fingerprint" into your work. Embed C2PA-compliant digital signatures into images, proving "who" created them and "when." The ultimate solution for combating fakes and protecting copyrights in the AI era. 【Key Features】 ◆ C2PA Signature Embed digital signatures into photos and illustrations with one tap. Permanently record origin and creator. ◆ AI Training Opt-Out Embed your intent to prohibit AI training and data mining using C2PA standard. Technically express your wishes as a creator. ◆ Signature Verification Verify C2PA signatures on images. Supports ORIGINOTE and external signatures (Adobe Photoshop, etc.). Instantly detect tampering. ◆ Identity Verification Prove signer credibility in 4 levels: email, phone, social media, and official ID (KYC). Guarantee the signer is real. ◆ Signature History View all signed works. Share verification URLs and QR codes to prove authenticity. 【What is C2PA】 "Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity" - promoted by Adobe, Google, Microsoft, Sony, BBC, and New York Times. International standard for recording digital content provenance. 【Recommended For】 ・Illustrators, photographers, designers ・Creators concerned about unauthorized AI training ・Those protecting against copyright infringement ・Those seeking NFT alternatives for copyright proof ・News organizations and journalists ・Corporate PR and marketing professionals 【Pricing】 Free plan includes monthly signatures. Paid plans for more protection. Give your creations a mark of trust. Start protecting your copyrights with ORIGINOTE. 【Terms & Privacy】 Terms: https://originote.jp/terms Privacy: https://originote.jp/privacy

About

QR Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access websites, menus, and product information. Generate custom QR codes for links, Wi-Fi, and social profiles. Keep a history of all your scans for quick access.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning
  • Barcode scanning
  • QR code generation
  • Scan history
  • Manual barcode search
  • Menu QR code access
Features
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QR Reader & Barcode Scanner helps you scan QR codes and barcodes, create your own QR codes, and revisit previous scans from one simple app. Use your camera to access digital menus, websites, social media links, and product information. Scan QR Codes & Barcodes Point your camera at a supported QR code or barcode to view the available information. Use it for: • Restaurant and cafe menus • Websites and URLs • Social media links • Product barcodes At a restaurant, cafe, bar, or hotel? Scan a menu QR code to open the available digital menu without typing a web address. QR Code Generator Create QR codes directly in the app for: • URLs • Wi-Fi • Social media profiles Turn supported information into a QR code that you can use or share. Barcode Search Scan supported product barcodes using your camera. If additional product information is not available directly, use Manual Barcode Search to search online for more details. Scan History Keep previous scans in one place and return to them later. Reopen previously scanned menus, websites, social links and barcodes without scanning them again. Features • QR code scanning • Barcode scanning • Menu QR codes • QR code creation • Manual barcode search • Scan history • Simple scanner interface Use QR Reader & Barcode Scanner while dining out, shopping, traveling, working, or sharing information. QR code creation, product details and nutrition lookup require a QR Reader PRO subscription Subscriptions are offered as auto-renewable plans on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis (pricing may vary by country). Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, and your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple Account Settings after purchase. If a free trial is offered, any unused portion of the trial period will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. For questions or support, contact us at: support@codescan.pro Privacy Policy: https://codescan.pro/privacy Terms of Use: https://codescan.pro/terms

Screenshots

ORIGINOTE3 screens
QR Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ORIGINOTE at none against QR Reader's shown. QR Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ORIGINOTE sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and QR Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ORIGINOTE ships an update every 3 months, QR Reader every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ORIGINOTE versus QR Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterORIGINOTEQR Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—24 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB103 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer株式会社天六部屋HUBX

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ORIGINOTE

Subscriptions4
  • Creator Plan (Monthly)$5.991 Month
  • Pro Plan (Monthly)$11.991 Month
  • Creator Plan (Yearly)$59.991 Year
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  • Proプラン(年額)$119.991 Year
2 purchases

QR Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$2.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is ORIGINOTE free?
ORIGINOTE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Reader free?
QR Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ORIGINOTE or QR Reader have ads?
QR Reader shows ads; ORIGINOTE does not.
Which is updated more often, ORIGINOTE or QR Reader?
ORIGINOTE ships an update every 3 months, and QR Reader every 5 weeks. Most recently, ORIGINOTE was updated on October 25, 2026 and QR Reader on November 1, 2026.

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