Comparison

QR Reader vs TCI Bitacora

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 15.0 or later. Micro QR scanning with the camera is available on iOS 15.4 or later.

About

TCI Bitacora

Features
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INTERFAZ AMIGABLE Esta aplicación permite reportar tus actividades durante el transcurso del día mediante una sencilla e intuitiva interfaz (UI) REPORTE SUS ACTIVIDADES Permite consultar las actividades que diste de alta en la plataforma y estas serán guardadas en tu agenda para posteriormente registrar tus reportes de cada una de ellas, ademas podrás incluir una fotografía en tus reportes. La aplicación esta diseñada para poder realizar reportes sin conexión a Internet, estos se almacenan en el dispositivo de manera temporal y una ves que se cuenta con conexión, se reportan las incidencias.

Screenshots

QR Reader4 screens
TCI Bitacora4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TCI Bitacora at none against QR Reader's shown. TCI Bitacora also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader ships an update every 2 months, TCI Bitacora fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 24, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
QR Reader versus TCI Bitacora: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ReaderTCI Bitacora
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopernanaworkArmando Montellano

In-app purchases

None

QR Reader

No in-app purchases

None

TCI Bitacora

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader free?
QR Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TCI Bitacora free?
TCI Bitacora is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QR Reader or TCI Bitacora have ads?
QR Reader shows ads; TCI Bitacora does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader or TCI Bitacora?
QR Reader ships an update every 2 months, and TCI Bitacora fortnightly. Most recently, QR Reader was updated on August 24, 2026 and TCI Bitacora on September 16, 2026.

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