Comparison

DetectQR vs Olana Browser

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

Head to head
About

DetectQR

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QR codes often contain multiple redirects that can lead to dangerous websites – a security risk that has never been addressed so effectively before. Whether in everyday life, while shopping, or on the go, DetectQR gives you the confidence to scan any QR code without worry. Unlike conventional QR code scanners that only display the visible link, DetectQR analyzes the complete redirect chain and resolves every QR code to its final destination link, allowing you to see exactly where it leads before opening it. Every scan is processed in a secure cloud environment, keeping your device safe. DetectQR goes beyond resolving redirect chains. An integrated security check detects potentially dangerous websites and protects you from phishing, malware, and other online threats that might be hidden behind seemingly harmless QR codes. You can also check manually entered links to detect potential threats before visiting the website. Additionally, the Pro version features AI-powered security analysis, real-time traffic insights (including a domain-age check and visitor data from the previous month), as well as a screenshot preview of the website. The intuitive user interface makes the app incredibly easy to use. Scan, detect, and browse safely – with DetectQR. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://navdistributor.com/privacy/

About

Olana Browser

Features
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Olana is a calm, fast web browser for iPhone. Ads and trackers are blocked before they load, private tabs stay locked, and everything you save stays on your iPhone. No accounts. No ads. No tracking. BLOCK ADS AND TRACKERS • Shields block ads on every page with EasyList, updated daily • Block trackers, cookie banners and pop-ups, or hide any element yourself • See what was stopped on each site, and a privacy report over time • Add your own Adblock Plus or uBlock filter lists PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Private tabs keep no history, cookies or form data • Lock private tabs, files, passwords or the whole app with Face ID or a passcode • Site info shows every site's certificate, permissions, load speed and the companies it talks to • Clear browsing data automatically when you leave or close Olana DOWNLOADS AND FILES • Downloads keep going in the background, with progress in the address bar • Save images, PDFs, ZIP archives and other files from pages • A built-in file browser with rename, folders and ZIP archives • Share files to your computer over Wi‑Fi with a PIN PASSWORDS AND 2FA CODES • Save and autofill logins, stored in your iPhone's Keychain • Built-in two-factor codes: scan a QR code and Olana fills the code in for you • Password generator and a leaked-password check that never sends your password READ, TRANSLATE AND ASK • Reader view with read-aloud and adjustable text • Translate pages on your iPhone, and find anything on a page • Olana AI summarises pages and answers questions using Apple's on-device model — your chats never leave your iPhone MAKE IT YOURS • Five start pages: Dial, Minimal, Feed, Bento and Paper • Colour themes, alternate app icons, glass or solid toolbars • Profiles for Personal, Work and Shopping, each with its own cookies and logins • Recently closed tabs, sleeping tabs, tab groups, voice search, QR scanning and 15 search engines OLANA PRO Unlimited tabs, background and parallel downloads, picture in picture, tracker and cookie-banner blocking, Wi‑Fi sharing, ZIP archives, Olana AI, profiles, themes and icons. Try it free for 7 days. Subscription: Olana Pro is available monthly or yearly with auto-renewal. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://olanabrowser.com/privacy

Screenshots

DetectQR4 screens
Olana Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Olana Browser at none against DetectQR's shown. Olana Browser also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, 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. DetectQR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Olana Browser sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DetectQR ships an update monthly, Olana Browser every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
DetectQR versus Olana Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDetectQROlana Browser
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB16 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNavDistributor d.o.o.DUMITRU BUMBU

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DetectQR

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
2 purchases

Olana Browser

Subscriptions2
  • Olana Pro Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Olana Pro Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is DetectQR free?
DetectQR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Olana Browser free?
Olana Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DetectQR or Olana Browser have ads?
DetectQR shows ads; Olana Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, DetectQR or Olana Browser?
DetectQR ships an update monthly, and Olana Browser every 3 days. Most recently, DetectQR was updated on October 25, 2026 and Olana Browser on October 29, 2026.

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