Blockstream Jade QR Scan allows users to communicate with a companion app solely using QR codes. Each compatible platform has several benefits and tradeoffs, and users may find certain platforms more favorable to use for different circumstances. Tip: Looking to improve your scanning experience between devices? Visit our guide here. Platform Comparison PLATFORM BEST FOR BENEFITS TRADEOFFS Optimal Jade QR experience on mobile Advanced multisig setups along with singlesig support Collaborative wallet features Unique security model options with inheritance planning Camera auto-focus Error correction frames to improve scanning experience Nunchuk mitigates tradeoffs of using small phone screens by providing QR density options to improve scanning Optimal Jade QR experience on desktop Large multisig transactions with many inputs and/or outputs Resizable QR PSBTs are easily scanned by Jade's camera Uses error correction frames for quicker scanning May require a good laptop/desktop camera or use Continuity Camera and similar alternatives for improved performance Spending on-the-go using mobile app Medium sized transactions Can be paired with high quality phone camera allowing for quick scans from Jade Coin selection to ensure smaller transaction sizes which are more easily scanned Small phone screen is not as ideal to scan from No error correction frames so large transactions may be difficult to read Medium to large transaction sizes HD Capture for improved scanning and ability to change to a higher resolution camera, such as a mobile phone Uses error correction frames for quicker scanning and provides QR density settings May require a high quality laptop/desktop camera for scanning, if not using in conjunction with a mobile phone's camera
