# QR Code Scan Reader vs RBrowser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RBrowser at 89% against QR Code Scan Reader's 0%. RBrowser also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 4). QR Code Scan Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RBrowser sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days. QR Code Scan Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

RBrowser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RBrowser has 1.3K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of QR Code Scan Reader's written reviews are positive against 89% of RBrowser's.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Scan Reader | RBrowser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-scan-reader/id980222658/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rbrowser-privatesafe-browser/id1197339497/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **89.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 13 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [AppsNice](https://appshunter.io/developer/452752459) | [桐明 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1197339496) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Scan Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-scan-reader/id980222658)

This utility quickly scans QR codes from a distance and opens links directly in Safari. It allows users to share scanned links via various social media and messaging platforms, and saves scan history within the app.

**Highlights:** Quick and stable QR code scanning, Distance scanning capability, One-click link opening in Safari, Share links via social media and messaging, Save QR code data and history, Universal app for iPhone and iPad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### RBrowser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rbrowser-privatesafe-browser/id1197339497)

This app is a secure and fast web browser with built-in ad blocking and screen recording capabilities. It allows users to save web pages as PDFs, pictures, or videos, supports user scripts, and offers a customizable screen recording function. It also includes a QR code reader and a powerful built-in video player.

**Highlights:** Ad blocking, Screen recording, Save web pages as PDF/picture/video, User script support, QR code reader, Background video playback, Download files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIP | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| Yearly sliver VIP | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Sliver VIP | $7.99 | per year |
| Yearly Silver VIP | $7.99 | per year |
| Yearly VIP | $18.99 | per year |
| Yearly VIP | $18.99 | per year |
| Extend 1 min | $14.99 | one-time |
| Permanent  VIP | $15.99 | one-time |
| Maximum 10 min | $16.99 | one-time |
| Maximum 30 min | $27.99 | one-time |
| Maximum 60 min | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Good performance
- 💯 Useful features
- 🔥 Best browser
- 🎉 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Forced 5-star rating to unlock features
- 🔍 Limited recording time
- 💸 Paid upgrades required
- 📺 Ads included
- 🐛 Occasional crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Recording failures
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Freezing/crashing on certain actions

**Requested features**

- Longer recording time
- More customization options
- Ability to save/export recordings
- Improved stability and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Scan Reader free?

QR Code Scan Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is RBrowser free?

RBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Scan Reader or RBrowser?

RBrowser is rated higher. QR Code Scan Reader averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while RBrowser averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do QR Code Scan Reader or RBrowser have ads?

RBrowser shows ads; QR Code Scan Reader does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*