CliqTags QR Code Reader vs Petkey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CliqTags QR Code Reader
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CliqTags QR Code Reader is a generic barcode reader that acts on the data. It's at the same time optimized for reading CliqTags codes. If it finds... ...a URL/link, it will go there ...a phone number, it will make a phone call ...an SMS, it will initiate sending an SMS ...an e-mail, it will initiate sending an e-mail ...a location, it will show it on a map ...something else, it will search for it on Google This is independent of barcode type. There's no need to configure anything (and neither can you configure anything), you just use it. This app was created by and is copyright Abiro. All rights reserved.
Petkey
This app connects pet owners with their lost animals through a nationwide network. Users can list missing pets or found pets on a live map to facilitate quick reunions. Create a pet profile for emergency access to vital information and receive notifications when your pet is found.
- Nationwide missing pet network
- Live map of found pets
- Create pet profiles
- Virtual pet ID
- Immediate notifications
- Custom Petmoji creation
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Petkey hosts the largest Nationwide missing pet network. Lost and Found pets can be listed for free in an effort to get the word out quickly and reunite missing pets with their families. If you are missing a pet you can view our live map of found pets to see if your pet has been recovered. If you have found a pet and are looking for their family you can add that pet to the map to help get the word out and reunite that pet. Every second counts so add your pet to the network today their profile is prepared in the event of an emergency. Having a profile for your pet will also provide you with quick access to your pet's important details and virtual ID. Once your pet is in the network you can receive immediate notifications if your pet has been found. You can also have some fun with it and create a custom Petmoji of your pet.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Petkey at every 5 weeks against CliqTags QR Code Reader's every 8 months. CliqTags QR Code Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CliqTags QR Code Reader ships an update every 8 months, Petkey every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CliqTags QR Code Reader | Petkey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (959 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 44.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 959 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anders Borg | Petkey LLC |
Bugs and requests
CliqTags QR Code Reader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Petkey
Reported bugs
9 issues- App login not working despite correct credentials
- Password reset feature fails
- App crashes during lifetime registration discount selection
- Sign-up process crashes when scanning code
- Email validation loop - keeps requesting email even when filled
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- Pet lookup shows no pets despite existing registrations
- Private profile settings prevent pet access
- No sign-in option visible in app interface
- Incorrect phone and address information displayed on maps
Requested features
5 requests- Real-time pet location tracking with map display
- Upload and store vaccination records and certificates
- Multiple photo uploads for lost/found pet reports
- Improved sighting report workflow (ask possession status before photos)
- Better accessibility features for screen readers
In-app purchases
CliqTags QR Code Reader
No in-app purchases
Petkey
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is CliqTags QR Code Reader free?
Is Petkey free?
Do CliqTags QR Code Reader or Petkey have ads?
Which is updated more often, CliqTags QR Code Reader or Petkey?
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