Comparison

QR Reader vs Forguncy

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader

Instantly scan QR codes from your camera or photos. Access websites, contact information, and more with a simple, intuitive interface. Features include scan history, sharing options, and a built-in flashlight.

Highlights
  • Fast camera scanning
  • Scan QR codes from photos
  • Detect multiple QR codes
  • Automatic scan history
  • Open websites instantly
  • Share scanned content
  • Create QR codes
Features
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Point. Scan. Done. “QR Reader” is a simple, easy-to-use QR code scanner designed to get you to the information you need—fast. Just open the app and point your camera at a QR code. Quickly scan codes on posters, flyers, product packaging, and more. You can also scan QR codes from photos saved on your device. If an image contains multiple QR codes, you can view each result individually. Key Features • Fast and simple camera scanning • Scan QR codes from photos • Detect multiple QR codes at once • Automatically save your scan history • Open websites in Safari or Chrome • Use email addresses and phone numbers instantly • Share scanned content via Mail, Messages, and more • Display scanned content as a new QR code • Built-in flashlight for dark environments • Optional vibration after scanning • Supports both iPhone and iPad • Designed with VoiceOver and larger text sizes in mind When scanning from a photo, the app only accesses the image you select. It does not require access to your entire photo library. No complicated setup. No confusing controls. Simply scan a QR code whenever you need it. Requires iOS 16.0 or later.

About

Forguncy

Features
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Forguncy Serverに公開されたForguncyアプリケーションのURLを登録することで、本アプリ内でForguncyアプリケーションを利用できます。 Webブラウザーから開いたForguncyアプリケーションではバーコードを読み取ることはできません。本アプリから開いた場合のみ、スマートフォンのカメラを使用してバーコードを読み取ることが可能になります。 ご注意: このアプリはForguncy、およびForguncyで作成されたWebアプリケーションを必要とします。詳しくはForguncyのオンラインヘルプを確認してください。

Screenshots

QR Reader4 screens
Forguncy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Forguncy at none against QR Reader's shown. QR Reader's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader ships an update monthly, Forguncy every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
QR Reader versus Forguncy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ReaderForguncy
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 10 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB19 MB
Age rating4+17+
DevelopernanaworkMESCIUS inc.

In-app purchases

None

QR Reader

No in-app purchases

None

Forguncy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader free?
QR Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Forguncy free?
Forguncy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Reader or Forguncy have ads?
QR Reader shows ads; Forguncy does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader or Forguncy?
QR Reader ships an update monthly, and Forguncy every 10 months. Most recently, QR Reader was updated on November 1, 2026 and Forguncy on October 26, 2026.

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