QR Reader vs GMT Time
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Fast camera scanning
- Scan QR codes from photos
- Detect multiple QR codes
- Automatic scan history
- Open websites instantly
- Share scanned content
- Create QR codes
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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.
GMT Time
This app provides accurate GMT time using NTP protocol and TrueTime framework. It offers a timekeeping function, allows setting time between two locations for itineraries, and supports multiple languages. Enjoy precise timekeeping with 1/100 second accuracy.
- Accurate GMT time display
- NTP and TrueTime framework integration
- Timekeeping function (on/off)
- Set time between two locations
- Multi-language support (English, Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese)
- 1/100 second accuracy
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Based on NTP (Network Time Protocol) protocol and TrueTime framework Get the correct GMT time anytime, anywhere on your mobile phone for free • Timekeeping function that can be turned on and off at any time • Set time between two places to facilitate business and travel itineraries • Provide timekeeping in English Japanese ,Chinese and Cantonese • NTP+ network delay calibration with 1/100 second accuracy
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Verdict
QR Reader and GMT Time are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | QR Reader | GMT Time |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (37 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 37 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | nanawork | MingChun Chien |
Customer experience
QR Reader
GMT Time
In-app purchases
QR Reader
No in-app purchases
GMT Time
No in-app purchases








