Flowcode vs Scanova:Which is more popular?
In September 2026, Flowcode had more branded searches than Scanova among QR code management platforms worldwide. Flowcode had about 14,800 branded searches, while Scanova had 5,740. Flowcode made up 20.7% of all QR code management platform searches we track, and Scanova accounted for 8%. When we asked ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about QR code management platforms, Flowcode appeared in three of the five answers and Scanova in none.
Who do people search for more?
Flowcode, about 3 searches for every 1 for Scanova
Who does AI mention more?
Flowcode, mentioned in 3 of 5 answers, Scanova in 0
Who does AI recommend more?
Flowcode, the only one of the two named
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Top QR code management platforms in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Flowcode was mentioned in three out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers, but not in either of the two Google AI Overviews. Scanova did not appear in any of the five answers.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
QR TIGER4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Uniqode4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers- Flowcode3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
QRCodeChimp0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Scanova0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
QR Planet0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about QR code management platforms
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which qR code management platform should I use?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best qR code management platforms?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best qR code management platform for a marketing team?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best qr code generator”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“dynamic qr codes”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in the United States on October 21, 2026.
Is Flowcode or Scanova more popular in search?
This chart shows how often people search Google for Flowcode and Scanova by name. Each line represents a brand's share of searches for all six QR code management platforms we track, month by month, from English-language searches worldwide.
Share of searches by month for Flowcode, Scanova. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | QR TIGER | QRCodeChimp | Flowcode | Uniqode | Scanova | QR Planet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 32.3% | 25.9% | 21.9% | 9.8% | 4.7% | 5.3% |
| Nov 2025 | 31% | 26.6% | 21% | 9.5% | 5.6% | 6.3% |
| Dec 2025 | 30.3% | 26% | 20.6% | 11.3% | 6.8% | 5% |
| Jan 2026 | 29.3% | 24.3% | 23.5% | 10.6% | 6.3% | 6% |
| Feb 2026 | 26.7% | 26.2% | 22.2% | 12.2% | 7.1% | 5.6% |
| Mar 2026 | 30.5% | 24.5% | 20.7% | 11.4% | 5.2% | 7.7% |
| Apr 2026 | 31% | 21.8% | 21.1% | 11.6% | 5.4% | 9.2% |
| May 2026 | 30.3% | 25.1% | 19.9% | 10.9% | 6.2% | 7.7% |
| Jun 2026 | 27% | 25.7% | 21.7% | 11.9% | 5.8% | 7.9% |
| Jul 2026 | 27.6% | 22.9% | 22.1% | 12.2% | 7.1% | 8.1% |
| Aug 2026 | 27.5% | 22.8% | 22.1% | 12.2% | 8.5% | 6.9% |
| Sep 2026 | 26.8% | 23% | 20.7% | 13.9% | 8% | 7.5% |
How has the Flowcode and Scanova comparison changed over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Flowcode was ahead of Scanova in every measured month of the 12 months ending September 2026.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Flowcode’s share of searches among QR code management platforms worldwide moved from 21.9% to 20.7%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 22.2K to 14.8K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Scanova’s share of searches among QR code management platforms worldwide moved from 4.7% to 8%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 4.8K to 5.7K.
How did search popularity change for QR code management platforms worldwide in September 2026?
2 changes
In September 2026, Flowcode lost share of searches among QR code management platforms worldwide, from 22.1% to 20.7%.
Estimated monthly branded searches for Scanova worldwide rose 19.6% over 12 measured months, from 4.8K to 5.7K in September 2026.
How are branded searches counted?
7 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Flowcode’s and Scanova’s names. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brands is growing, holding steady, or fading.
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