About This App
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Category
Productivity
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Installs
50,000,000+
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Content Rating
Rated for 3+
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Developer Email
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Privacy Policy
http://deepthought.industries/privacypolicy.html
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Editor Reviews
QR Code Scanner & Scanner App is a utility app designed to help you scan QR codes and barcodes quickly. I downloaded it from Google Play when I needed a simple tool for checking QR codes on products and flyers. The app launched a while back and is available on both Google Play and the App Store. It has millions of installs, which made me feel it was a trusted choice. It's completely free to download and install, which is great. You don't need to register an account to start using it, so you can open the app and scan right away. I was happy to see there are no annoying ads popping up all the time, and there are no in-app purchases pushing you to buy features. It's just a straightforward scanner app.
Using the app is very simple. After you install it, you just open it and point your phone's camera at a QR code. It scans almost instantly. I use it mostly for opening website links from posters or checking product information in stores. A simple tip from a user is to make sure you have good lighting, as it helps the app scan faster. You can also scan barcodes on items to see details, which I find handy for shopping. The app saves your scan history, so you can go back and check previous codes. It feels very lightweight and doesn't slow down my phone, which I appreciate.
Compared to other scanner apps like 'QR & Barcode Scanner', I chose this one because it's simpler. Many similar apps have too many features or ads that get in the way. This app focuses just on scanning, and it does that job well. It's faster than some others I've tried from Google Play. For a free app, it works reliably for everyday use, and I haven't felt the need to look for another one. It's a good choice if you want a no-fuss tool for scanning codes without extra clutter.
Features
- 📱 Instantly scans QR codes and barcodes with your phone's camera, making it quick for links or product info.
- 📱 Saves your scan history so you can easily find past codes, unlike some apps that don't keep records.
- 📱 Works offline after install, which is handy when you don't have internet, a feature not all free apps offer.
- 📱 Has a simple interface without complex settings, compared to similar apps that can feel overcrowded.
Pros
- 👍 It's completely free with no ads, which is rare among scanner apps on Google Play.
- 👍 Scans very fast and accurately, better than many other free apps I've downloaded.
- 👍 Easy to install and use right away, with no registration needed for basic functions.
- 👍 Lightweight and doesn't drain battery, making it reliable for daily use.
Cons
- ⚠️ Lacks advanced features like batch scanning, which some similar apps provide.
- ⚠️ The design is very basic and could be more modern compared to newer apps.