QuicKard vs QBarcode
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QuicKard
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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. - - - - -
QBarcode
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | QuicKard | QBarcode |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jongmo You | Taisuke Inoue |
In-app purchases
QuicKard
- Espresso$0.99
- Cappuccino$2.99
- Specialty Coffee$5.99
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- QuicKard Pro$6.99
QBarcode
- Premium Monthly$0.291 Month
- Premium Annual$2.991 Year








