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QR Journal vs TRex
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QR Journal
6.0Allows users with an iSight (or compatible) camera to read QR codes
TRex
7.0Easy to use text extraction tool
| Metric | QR Journal | TRex |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Productivity |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 24 | 183 |
| 90-day Installs | 64 | 431 |
| 365-day Installs | 357 | 2.0K |
| Version | 3.0 | 2.0.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 1.7K |
| GitHub Forks | — | 55 |
| Open Issues | — | 4 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | — | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 8mo ago |
| First Seen | May 26, 2016 | Feb 7, 2022 |
Reviews
QR Journal
QR Journal is a macOS app that enables users with an iSight or compatible camera to scan QR codes. It offers a lightweight and integrated solution for frequent QR code scanning on Macs.
Scans QR codes using the built-in camera and displays decoded information.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Free to use
- + Good macOS integration
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited to iSight or compatible cameras
TRex
TRex is a user-friendly macOS app designed for efficient text extraction. It stands out with its simplicity and effectiveness, making it ideal for anyone needing quick text capture from the screen.
TRex allows users to easily extract and copy text from any part of their screen.
Pros
- + User-friendly interface
- + Active development and maintenance
- + MIT license for open-source flexibility
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - Potential naming confusion with other projects