Comparison

QR Scanner vs UTV Remote

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

UTV Remote

Features
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UTV Remote is a free Smart TV remote for Roku and Samsung TVs. Control your Smart TV instantly over Wi-Fi using touchpad, D-Pad, and keyboard. No account required. UTV Remote turns your iPhone into a fast, simple, and powerful Smart TV remote. It works over the same Wi-Fi network, allowing you to control your TV instantly with no setup complexity. No account required. No login. Just connect and start using. Supported Devices Works with popular Smart TVs including: Roku TVs Samsung Smart TVs More devices may be supported depending on local network compatibility. Full Remote Control Features D-Pad navigation Touchpad gesture control Full keyboard input for search and apps Playback controls (play, pause, rewind, forward) Volume and mute controls Channel and number input Multiple Control Modes Switch easily between: Remote Mode D-Pad Mode Touchpad Mode Keyboard Mode Fast Connection Just open the app and scan for nearby TVs, or connect manually using IP address. UTV Remote Plus (Optional Subscription / Remove Ads) UTV Remote is free to use. You can upgrade to UTV Remote Plus for: Remove interruptions Cleaner experience One-time or subscription option depending on region Important Notes Requires iPhone and TV on the same Wi-Fi network Some features depend on TV model compatibility Privacy Policy: https://donen.cn/utvremote/privacy.html

Screenshots

QR Scanner4 screens
UTV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Scanner at none against UTV Remote's 1. 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. UTV Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QR Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
QR Scanner versus UTV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ScannerUTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.116.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperErik AuranauneZHUO KANG

In-app purchases

None

QR Scanner

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

UTV Remote

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$9.99

Questions

Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is UTV Remote free?
UTV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Scanner or UTV Remote have ads?
Neither QR Scanner nor UTV Remote shows ads.

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