Comparison

A Word Clock vs QR 2 CSV Pro

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

Head to head
About

A Word Clock

This utility displays the current time using natural language phrases instead of digits. It offers spoken output, multiple language options, and customizable themes. A widget is also available for quick glances, maintaining your chosen settings.

Highlights
  • Time displayed in words
  • Optional spoken output
  • Multiple language support
  • Customizable color themes
  • Widget support
  • "Lazy time" phrasing
Features
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Read the time as words, at a glance. Swipe between a large word clock, digital and analog clocks, date and optional location details, a comparison of relaxed and exact time, and a past–present–future timeline. Choose from expressive themes and high-contrast color palettes. Adjust text size, switch between approximate and exact wording, and tap the clock to hear the time spoken aloud. Time phrases are available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Simplified Chinese. Add the Home Screen widget to see the time in words without opening the app. Your language and appearance settings carry over to the widget. Location is optional and used only for the details view.

About

QR 2 CSV Pro

Scan QR codes and barcodes, then organize and export your data as CSV or TXT files. This app offers comprehensive inventory management, list creation, and bulk editing features, all while keeping your data private on your device.

Highlights
  • QR and barcode scanning
  • CSV/TXT export
  • Inventory management
  • List creation and assignment
  • Manual data entry
  • Duplicate scan prevention
  • On-device data storage
Features
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QR 2 CSV Pro is a complete QR code and barcode scanner that lets you scan, organize, and export results as CSV or TXT, XLSX or PDF. Every feature is unlocked — no ads, no subscriptions, and no in-app purchases. Built for inventory, data collection, attendance, and everyday record keeping. Scan with your camera or enter values manually. Use single or continuous scanning, optional beep and vibration, and duplicate detection. Everything stays on your device. EVERYTHING INCLUDED — NO IN-APP PURCHASES: SCANNING & CAPTURE: • Scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera • Continuous or single-shot scanning with adjustable delay • Manual entry when you can’t scan • Scanner Keyboard mode — switch Camera / Keyboard on the scanner screen • Optional beep and vibration feedback • Prevent duplicate scans with a confirmation prompt • Timestamps on every record • Open scanned URLs in Safari • Search records (all fields: data, name, description, quantity, lists, timestamp) • Select All in Bulk Actions (and List Assign): selects every visible item (search + list filter) INVENTORY MANAGEMENT: • Add names, brands, categories, descriptions, quantities, unit price and more • Add up to 3 photos per record (camera or library) • Edit multiple selected items at once • Include inventory fields in your exports • Copy Fields From Existing (scan or manual record). • Search by Field (limit search to Data, Name, Brand, Category, Description, Quantity, Lists, or Timestamp) • Fuzzy Barcode Lookup — partial matches from your library while typing (on by default) • Brand Manager — create, browse, rename, and remove unused brands from your catalog • Category Manager — create, browse, rename, and remove unused categories from your catalog • Show Related Items — stack icon when an item is on multiple lists or has duplicate barcode entries; ORGANIZATION / LISTS: • Create lists and assign items to one or more lists • Create list groups and assign lists to one or more groups • Scan directly into a list (or leave items Unassigned) • Filter by All, Unassigned, a list group, or a specific list • Export by list group, list, including list names when enabled • Bulk Actions: assign, edit, export, or delete selected items • Export sort: Sort by Date, Data, Name, Description, Quantity, Price and more with optional Then by • Tertiary export sort — up to 3 levels (Sort by / Then by) WORKFLOWS (BETA): • Choose from Stocking, Restocking, Dynamic, and Revision scanning modes • Move known items between lists, add new items, or do both automatically • Look up existing records across your Source lists while scanning • Control how known, unknown, and duplicate items are handled • Confirm, update, skip, or create records directly from the scanning workflow • Set Destination lists for organized, repeatable stock operations • Built-in demos let you try each workflow before using your own lists SHELF OPS (BETA): • Shelf-life tracking — production date, shelf life, expiration; per-list scope • Row status badges — Near Expiry, Remove, Expired, Out of Stock • Duplicate barcode statistics — duplicate count per item; swipe Reset Count on rows • Fast Track — In Focus and Expand Catalog Menus for quicker Brand/Category editing MANAGE & EXPORT: • Swipe to delete, or delete specific / all / visible items • Export as CSV, TXT, Excel (.xlsx) and PDF (.pdf) — share by email, Messages, Drive, and more • Include Photos in .xlsx and .pdf Export (default off) • Persistent local storage for scans and settings • AI Assist (Beta) — on-device Apple Intelligence help BACKUP & RESTORE (optional unlock): • Backup Now — save scans, lists, and settings as a .qr2csv to Files, iCloud Drive, Google Drive, email and more • Restore from user backups or system snapshots (private in-app copies) • Preview before you replace anything • System snapshots include photos; user backups do not Pay once and get everything. Simply scan, organize, and export. All data stays on your device for privacy and control.

Screenshots

A Word Clock4 screens
QR 2 CSV Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR 2 CSV Pro at 100% against A Word Clock's 50%. QR 2 CSV Pro also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 months). A Word Clock's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $3.49). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

A Word Clock costs $0.99 and QR 2 CSV Pro $3.49 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A Word Clock ships an update every 6 months, QR 2 CSV Pro every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
A Word Clock versus QR 2 CSV Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA Word ClockQR 2 CSV Pro
Price$0.99 — better$3.49
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaymund VorwerkDan Ristea

Customer experience

A Word Clock

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

QR 2 CSV Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

A Word Clock

No in-app purchases

None

QR 2 CSV Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is A Word Clock free?
A Word Clock costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR 2 CSV Pro free?
QR 2 CSV Pro costs $3.49, with no in-app purchases.
Do A Word Clock or QR 2 CSV Pro have ads?
Neither A Word Clock nor QR 2 CSV Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A Word Clock or QR 2 CSV Pro?
A Word Clock ships an update every 6 months, and QR 2 CSV Pro every 3 days. Most recently, A Word Clock was updated on October 15, 2026 and QR 2 CSV Pro on October 25, 2026.

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