Comparison

Pdf Qr Reader vs QR Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Pdf Qr Reader

Features
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PDF QR Reader is a powerful tool that lets you quickly detect QR codes, barcodes, and links in your PDF files. KEY FEATURES • QR Code & Barcode Scanning Scan QR codes in your PDF pages with a single tap. Scan a single page or the entire PDF at once. Supports QR, Aztec, DataMatrix, PDF417, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 128, Code 39, and more barcode formats. • Manual Region Selection When a QR code isn't detected automatically, draw a region with your finger to scan that specific area. Perfect for small or low-resolution QR codes. • Smart Link Detection Automatically detects URLs, web addresses, and email addresses in PDF pages. Finds both embedded PDF annotations and links within text content. • One-Tap Actions Take automatic action based on detected content: - URL → Open in browser - WiFi → Copy password to clipboard - Email → Open mail app - Phone → Make a call - SMS → Send a message - Location → Show on map - Contact → Copy info • Multi-Language Support Available in 5 languages including English, Turkish, Spanish, Arabic, and Hindi. Automatically detects your device language or choose your preferred language within the app. • Privacy Focused No data is collected or shared. Your PDF files stay on your device with no internet connection required. Works completely offline. • iPhone & iPad Compatible Modern interface optimized for both device types. PDF QR Reader is an essential tool for students, professionals, and anyone who frequently works with PDF documents.

About

QR Scanner

Features
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QrScanner is the fastest way to scan and create QR codes on your phone. • Live scanner with auto-detect: URL, PIX BR Code, Wi-Fi, vCard, WhatsApp, plain text. • Visual history: every scan keeps a photo of the QR plus the parsed payload. • Generator with preview: build URLs, PIX QRs, Wi-Fi credentials, contact cards, WhatsApp messages, or any text — copy or share instantly. • Notes and tags: organise your history the way you think. • URL safety hints: warns on homograph attacks, shorteners, raw IPs, non-HTTPS. • Backups: iCloud, opt-in, app-private folder. • Privacy first: scans never leave your device unless you tap Share. No account, no tracking. Sentry only sees scrubbed crash data. • Remove ads with a single in-app purchase — no subscription. • 12 languages including Arabic (RTL).

Screenshots

Pdf Qr Reader4 screens
QR Scanner3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pdf Qr Reader at none against QR Scanner's 1. Pdf Qr Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pdf Qr Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Pdf Qr Reader versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPdf Qr ReaderQR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYILMAZ BAHADIR KURTOGLUAPLICATIVE.ME SISTEMAS LTDA

In-app purchases

None

Pdf Qr Reader

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Scanner

One-time1
  • Remove Ads Forever$0.99

Questions

Is Pdf Qr Reader free?
Pdf Qr Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Scanner free?
QR Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pdf Qr Reader or QR Scanner have ads?
QR Scanner shows ads; Pdf Qr Reader does not.

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