Comparison

QRGate vs ScanX

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

Head to head
About

QRGate

Design and generate custom QR codes with advanced customization options. Track performance with detailed analytics and edit content dynamically. Ideal for businesses and marketers looking to enhance their campaigns.

Highlights
  • Unlimited custom QR code creation
  • Dynamic QR codes editable anytime
  • Detailed scan analytics and tracking
  • Customizable designs with logo and patterns
  • Multiple QR code types for various needs
  • High-resolution PNG and SVG exports
Features
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Scan QR codes with confidence using real-time risk analysis. Create professional, dynamic QR codes that you can update anytime. Protect your device from malicious links and phishing attempts. QRGate is the ultimate utility for business professionals, marketers, and security-conscious users. Whether you are creating branded codes for a campaign or scanning menus and links on the go, QRGate ensures every interaction is safe and efficient. Key Benefits: - Enhanced Security: Scan safely with built-in risk assessment. - Dynamic Flexibility: Update destination URLs without changing the code. - Professional Branding: Customize designs with logos and colors. - Seamless Workflow: Sync your codes across devices via web dashboard. Core Features: - Real-time URL preview and threat detection. - Comprehensive scan history for easy access. - Advanced QR design tools for business use. - Suspicious link reporting for community safety. - Cross-platform synchronization with our web dashboard. Trusted by professionals and security-conscious users worldwide for reliable, safe, and efficient QR management. Download QRGate today to secure your scans and elevate your QR code strategy.

About

ScanX

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, providing enhanced product details, price comparisons, and user ratings. It also supports two-factor authentication setup and generates one-time passwords securely offline.

Highlights
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • Enhanced product information
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA) setup
  • Time-based one-time password (TOTP) generation
  • QR code generation
  • Scan history
  • Gallery recognition
Features
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QR Code Scanner – Now with richer product info & built‑in 2FA. A lightweight, fast, and fully privacy‑respecting QR and barcode reader. No registration required – just open and scan. Recognize QR codes, barcodes, generate your own codes, and enjoy new power features. New in this version: More product information – Scan any product barcode or QR code to see enhanced details: specs, user ratings, price comparisons, and more. Two‑factor authentication (2FA) support – Add an extra security layer to your accounts. Scan QR codes to set up 2FA and generate time‑based one‑time passwords (TOTP) right inside the app. Key Features ·2FA Code Generator (New) – Scan a 2FA setup QR code to start generating secure, rotating verification codes – all offline and private. ·Fast Scanning – Use your device camera to scan QR codes and barcodes in real time, recognizing URLs, text, contact info, Wi‑Fi passwords, and now enriched product data. ·Gallery Recognition – Select images from your photo library to scan QR codes – perfect for codes you have already saved. ·Manual Input – Directly enter content to recognize or generate custom QR codes. ·QR Code Generator – Quickly turn text, URLs, and other content into QR codes for easy sharing or saving. ·Scan History – Automatically saves scan records locally on your device. Your history stays only with you. terms of use:https://sites.google.com/view/scanx-terms-of-use/home privacy policy:https://sites.google.com/view/scanxqr-privacy-policy/home

Screenshots

QRGate4 screens
ScanX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QRGate at 5.0 against ScanX's 4.5. ScanX's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. QRGate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ScanX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QRGate holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 8 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRGate ships an update every 5 weeks, ScanX every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QRGate versus ScanX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRGateScanX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.5 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings28 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB41 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperUNICGLOBAL ENGINEERING LTDBrainstrom Limited

Customer experience

QRGate

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ScanX

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QRGate

Subscriptions3
  • Unlimited 7 Days$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited 30 Days$2.491 Month
  • Unlimited Year$19.991 Year
3 purchases

ScanX

Subscriptions2
  • ScanX3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • ScanX Monthly3 Days trial$39.991 Month
One-time1
  • ScanX One-time$99.90

Questions

Is QRGate free?
QRGate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanX free?
ScanX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QRGate or ScanX?
QRGate is rated higher. QRGate averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ScanX averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.
Do QRGate or ScanX have ads?
Both QRGate and ScanX show ads.
Which is updated more often, QRGate or ScanX?
QRGate ships an update every 5 weeks, and ScanX every 10 days. Most recently, QRGate was updated on September 19, 2026 and ScanX on September 23, 2026.

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