Comparison

QuicKard vs QBarcode

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

Head to head
About

QuicKard

Features
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All your barcodes. One clean place. Scan once. Save instantly. Access any code in seconds. Automatically detects barcodes and QR codes from your camera or even screenshots — and converts them into clean, bright, easy-to-scan codes. No clutter. No unnecessary taps. ■ Why you’ll love it • Automatic barcode & QR detection • Import from screenshots • Clean, high-contrast code display • Auto 100% brightness when showing a code • Fast, minimal-tap access ■ Pro Features • Unlimited cards • No ads • Location alert — one tap to open your barcode when you arrive • Apple Watch & Widgets • Siri & Shortcuts No subscription. One-time purchase. Unlock forever. ■ Free Version • Up to 3 cards • iCloud sync • Minimal ads - - - - - One app. Every barcode. Ready in seconds. - - - - -

About

QBarcode

Features
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QBarcode is an app that beautifully centralizes and manages your everyday barcodes and QR codes. Featuring a sophisticated Liquid Glass design UI, it allows you to smartly carry the loyalty cards and paper coupons from your physical wallet directly on your device. [Key Features] Supports Various Formats: Fully compatible with scanning and displaying QR codes, JAN codes, CODE128, and NW-7 (Codabar). Instant Access & Customization: Instantly access the codes you need via Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets, or even directly from the Notification Center. Never fumble at the checkout counter again! [Premium Features] By subscribing to our Premium plan, you unlock the secure "Backup Feature" to safely save and restore your valuable barcode data. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your data seamlessly transfers when upgrading your device, or in the unexpected event of device damage or loss. Terms of Use (EULA): https://kagebunshin.app/qbarcode/terms

Screenshots

QuicKard4 screens
QBarcode3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QBarcode at none against QuicKard's shown. QBarcode also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). QuicKard's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. QuicKard sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and QBarcode sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.29 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QuicKard ships an update every 3 weeks, QBarcode every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
QuicKard versus QBarcode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuicKardQBarcode
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJongmo YouTaisuke Inoue

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QuicKard

One-time4
  • Espresso$0.99
  • Cappuccino$2.99
  • Specialty Coffee$5.99
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  • QuicKard Pro$6.99
2 purchases

QBarcode

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$0.291 Month
  • Premium Annual$2.991 Year

Questions

Is QuicKard free?
QuicKard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QBarcode free?
QBarcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QuicKard or QBarcode have ads?
QuicKard shows ads; QBarcode does not.
Which is updated more often, QuicKard or QBarcode?
QuicKard ships an update every 3 weeks, and QBarcode every 4 days. Most recently, QuicKard was updated on October 11, 2026 and QBarcode on October 7, 2026.

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