Comparison

ScanFlow 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

ScanFlow

Features
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ScanFlow is a simple scanner and code maker for your iPhone and iPad. Use the camera to read QR codes and common barcodes, or pick an image from Photos when the camera is not the right option. Scan Read QR codes, product barcodes, and more. Open links, call numbers, and explore products when a code carries that kind of data. History Scans you complete are listed so you can find them again. Remove items anytime—data stays on this device. Create Build your own codes for text, web links, contact-style info, Wi‑Fi, calendar-style events, and more. Save or share what you make. Settings Choose whether to start on the Scan tab, turn haptics on or off, and clear history when you want a fresh start. ScanFlow is built for people who need a fast, private tool: no sign‑in, no account, and your scan history and created codes are stored locally on your device.

About

QR Scanner

Features
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QR Scanner: Reader & Generator Scan QR codes instantly, create beautiful custom QR codes, and manage your complete QR history in one smart app. Fast, secure, and easy to use for everyday life, business, WiFi sharing, social media, and more. Whether you want to scan a QR code, generate your own QR, save scan history, or set reminders for important QR codes — this app gives you everything in one place. KEY FEATURES • Instant QR Code Scanner Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes with high-speed detection. • Smart Scan History Automatically save all scanned QR codes and access them anytime. • Create Custom QR Codes Generate your own QR codes for: - WiFi - Email - Website URLs - Phone Numbers - SMS Messages - Text - Contact / vCard - Facebook - Instagram - Spotify - WhatsApp - Snapchat - TikTok - LinkedIn - Twitter (X) - Viber • Save Created QR History All generated QR codes are safely stored for future use. • QR Reminder Feature Set reminders for important QR codes and get notified at your selected time. • Easy Share & Export Share QR codes instantly with friends, family, customers, or colleagues. • Clean & User-Friendly Design Simple interface with smooth and fast performance. PERFECT FOR - Business owners - Students - Travelers - Restaurants & cafes - Social media creators - WiFi sharing - Contact sharing - Everyday QR scanning needs This app offers an auto-renewing weekly, monthly and lifetime subscription. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account on confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You may manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of free trail period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/developer-info/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/developer-info/terms-of-use Download now and enjoy the all-in-one QR Scanner & QR Generator experience.

Screenshots

ScanFlow4 screens
QR Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScanFlow at none against QR Scanner's 3. ScanFlow also leads on ads (none vs shown). QR Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price 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. QR Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. ScanFlow asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 2 level
ScanFlow versus QR Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanFlowQR Scanner
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAPPS BAY LIMITEDRahul Alagiya

In-app purchases

None

ScanFlow

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$5.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$14.99

Questions

Is ScanFlow free?
ScanFlow 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 ScanFlow or QR Scanner have ads?
QR Scanner shows ads; ScanFlow does not.

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