BuddyReader vs SVG Viewer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BuddyReader
This utility app scans QR codes for businesses within the BuddyCard ecosystem. It provides a quick and efficient way to read codes for various business needs.
- QR code scanning
- BuddyCard ecosystem integration
- Business utility
- Fast code reading
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Lector de códigos QR para los negocios del ecosistema BuddyCard
SVG Viewer
Easily view and manage Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) files on your mobile device. Inspect every detail with zoom and pan, control layers, and enjoy full-screen immersion. Works offline for convenient access to your vector graphics.
- Open SVG and SVGZ files
- Zoom and pan vector graphics
- Full-screen viewing mode
- Show/hide individual layers
- Offline functionality
- No unnecessary data collection
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SVG Viewer: Your Essential Tool for Vector Graphics Tired of struggling to view SVG files on your iPhone or iPad? SVG Viewer is a seamless and powerful mobile application designed to bring your Scalable Vector Graphics to life. Whether you're a professional designer, a developer on the go, or a user who just needs to open a file, SVG Viewer delivers a smooth, intuitive, and feature-rich experience. Key Features: Effortless Viewing: Open SVG and compressed SVGZ files directly from your device. Precision and Detail: Zoom and pan with fluid gestures to inspect every detail of your vector graphics without losing quality. Our dedicated rendering engine ensures crisp, accurate display of your Inkscape-generated files and more. Full-Screen Immersion: Maximize your viewing experience with a dedicated full-screen mode, perfect for detailed inspections. Layer Control: Get a deeper look into your files with the ability to show or hide individual layers within a complex SVG. SVG Viewer is built to be a fast, reliable, and battery-efficient solution. It works perfectly offline, giving you full control of your files wherever you are. No unnecessary data collection—just a simple, powerful tool for your mobile device. Download SVG Viewer today and discover a better way to interact with your vector graphics!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BuddyReader at 5.0 against SVG Viewer's 4.3. BuddyReader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). SVG Viewer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 14 months) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, ads 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. SVG Viewer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. BuddyReader asks for nothing beyond the download.
BuddyReader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SVG Viewer has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
BuddyReader ships an update every 14 months, SVG Viewer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BuddyReader | SVG Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.3 (6 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gabriel Hernandez | Mohamed Nagy |
Customer experience
BuddyReader
SVG Viewer
In-app purchases
BuddyReader
No in-app purchases
SVG Viewer
- Silver$0.99
- Gold$5.69
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