Comparison

QR Scanner vs AuraCurrency

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

Head to head
About

QR Scanner

This utility app quickly scans and generates QR codes with various customization options. It offers smart actions for scanned content, a comprehensive history, and multiple scanning modes for different needs. Privacy is a top priority, with all data kept on the device.

Highlights
  • Instant QR code scanning
  • QR code generation with customization
  • Smart actions for scanned content
  • Full scan history with notes and favorites
  • Three scanning modes (Auto, Manual, Batch)
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
  • Supports multiple barcode formats
Features
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The fastest, most complete QR code scanner on the App Store — and it's completely free with no ads, no subscriptions, and no limits. INSTANT SCANNING Powered by AVFoundation, QR Scanner locks onto codes in milliseconds. Continuous auto-focus, hardware-accelerated zoom, and a real-time viewfinder make scanning effortless — even in low light with the built-in torch. QR CODE GENERATOR Create your own QR codes in seconds. Generate codes for: Websites and URLs Wi-Fi networks (shareable with one tap) Email with subject and body pre-filled Phone numbers Contact cards (vCard) Any text Customise the colour, background, and error correction level. Save to your photo library or share instantly. Every code you generate is saved to a history so you can reshare anytime. SMART ACTIONS QR Scanner understands what it scans. Tap a result to: Open URLs directly in Safari Call or message phone numbers Compose emails Join Wi-Fi networks automatically Save contacts to your address book FULL SCAN HISTORY Every scan is saved and searchable. Add personal notes, mark favourites, sort by date or type, and filter to find exactly what you need. URLs even show the page title instead of the raw link. THREE SCAN MODES Choose how you want to scan: Auto — codes are captured instantly the moment they're detected (default) Manual — the camera detects the code, then waits for you to tap a Scan button before saving. Perfect for reviewing codes before committing Batch — rapid continuous scanning with no interruptions and a live counter. Built for events, inventory, and anywhere you need to scan many codes fast PRIVACY FIRST Everything stays on your device. No account required, no data collected, no analytics, no tracking. Your scan history is yours alone. DETAILS: Pinch-to-zoom and smooth hardware-accelerated zoom slider Per-type haptic feedback — different feel for URLs, Wi-Fi, contacts and more Optional scan sound Auto-copy scanned content to clipboard Avoid duplicate entries — each code saved only once Full Dynamic Type support for accessibility Spotlight search — find scans from the iOS home screen Configurable scan cooldown Supports QR Code, EAN-8, EAN-13, PDF417, Aztec, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, DataMatrix, UPC-E, and ITF-14.

About

AuraCurrency

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Travel smarter. Understand every price. Traveling abroad is amazing, but struggling with foreign menus, hidden costs, and confusing exchange rates isn't. Meet AuraCurrency—your ultimate travel companion that doesn't just convert currencies, but actually translates the prices right in front of you. Stop doing mental math at the dinner table or worrying about getting ripped off. Whether you’re backpacking through Asia, on a business trip in London, or shopping in Paris, AuraCurrency gives you the true cost of everything in seconds. THE MAGIC: SMART CAMERA SCANNER Point your camera at any foreign menu, receipt, or price tag. AuraCurrency instantly recognizes the text, translates the item into your language, and converts the price into your home currency. It’s like having a local guide and a financial expert in your pocket. KEY FEATURES: Snap & Translate: Take a picture of any price tag. We auto-detect the currency and calculate the total instantly. 150+ Global Currencies: From US Dollars to Japanese Yen, Mexican Pesos to Thai Baht—we cover almost every currency in the world. Real-Time Live Rates: We use bank-level data to ensure your conversions are always 100% accurate and up-to-date. Offline Mode (Pro): No Wi-Fi? Avoiding roaming charges? Use the manual currency converter anywhere in the world, completely offline. Clean & Simple: A beautiful, intuitive design that gives you the exact numbers you need without any clutter. AURACURRENCY PRO Start for free and test our smart camera scanner. Ready for the ultimate travel hack? Upgrade to AuraCurrency Pro to unlock the full experience: Generous Daily Scan Limits: Get plenty of AI camera scans every day—more than enough for all your meals, shopping sprees, and daily expenses while traveling. 100% Ad-Free Experience: No distractions, just pure focus. Offline Mode: Convert currencies manually without any internet connection. Don't let confusing currencies ruin your trip. Download AuraCurrency today, travel worry-free, and always know the true cost!

Screenshots

QR Scanner4 screens
AuraCurrency4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Scanner at none against AuraCurrency's 2. AuraCurrency's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. AuraCurrency sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. QR Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Scanner ships an update every 2 weeks, AuraCurrency every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
QR Scanner versus AuraCurrency: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ScannerAuraCurrency
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB83 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperErik AuranauneHorize

In-app purchases

None

QR Scanner

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

AuraCurrency

Subscriptions2
  • AuraCurrency Monthly$7.991 Month
  • AuraCurrency Annual$49.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AuraCurrency free?
AuraCurrency is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Scanner or AuraCurrency have ads?
Neither QR Scanner nor AuraCurrency shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Scanner or AuraCurrency?
QR Scanner ships an update every 2 weeks, and AuraCurrency every 5 days. Most recently, QR Scanner was updated on September 8, 2026 and AuraCurrency on September 18, 2026.

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