QR Scanner vs XNY
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Scanner
This app allows you to quickly scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera or photos. It also lets you generate various types of QR codes, including links, contact information, and WiFi credentials, with a focus on privacy and security.
- Ultra-fast QR code and barcode scanning
- Scan QR codes from photos
- Scan history management
- Link preview for security
- QR code generator for URLs, text, contacts, WiFi
- Generate social media profile QR codes
- Local data processing for privacy
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Tired of switching between multiple apps just to handle QR codes and barcodes? QR Scanner – Reader is the all-in-one solution your iOS device truly needs. Core Features: Ultra-Fast & Accurate Scanning Instantly recognizes all standard QR code and barcode formats. Scan History Automatically saves your scan records for easy viewing and management anytime. Scan from Photos Import images directly from your photo library to detect QR codes—no need to open the camera. Security First Built-in link preview keeps you safe by showing where a link leads before you open it. Powerful QR Code Generator (Create Any Code) Create professional-grade QR codes for various needs and save them effortlessly to your album. Utility Codes URL / Text Generate QR codes for website links or plain text. Contact / Phone Number Create digital business cards or quick-dial QR codes for instant connection. WiFi Connection Generate WiFi QR codes—no more sharing passwords manually. Scan to connect! Email / SMS Preset recipients and message content with a single scan. Location Generate QR codes based on your current location or any selected place. Social Media Codes Social Profile Cards Quickly create QR codes that link to your X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, and more—perfect for promotion and engagement. Why Choose Us? QR Scanner – Reader delivers fast, stable, and comprehensive QR services. All your core data and scan results are processed locally on your device, ensuring maximum privacy protection. For details, please refer to the following links: Privacy Policy: https://qrscanner.cn/qrscanner-privacy.html Terms of Use:https://qrscanner.cn/qrscanner-terms.html
XNY
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This application is a WiFi-based camera control and management tool designed to connect and operate external camera devices for video capture and local media management. Main features include: - WiFi connection to external camera devices - Live video preview - Screen recording functionality - Screenshot capture - Saving media files to the local photo gallery - User registration and login system This application **does not support Bluetooth connections** and **does not include payment or financial transaction features**.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: XNY at none against QR Scanner's shown. XNY also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence 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.
QR Scanner ships an update every 6 days, XNY every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Scanner | XNY |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 133 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 欣 翁 | changzhou xin neng yuan medical stapler co.,ltd |
In-app purchases
QR Scanner
No in-app purchases
XNY
No in-app purchases
