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Keep Mac Awake vs QR Code Scanner

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Keep Mac Awake compared with QR Code Scanner
DetailKeep Mac Awake logo Keep Mac Awake QR Code Scanner
What it doesKeep your MacBook awake with the lid closed for long-running AI agents and tasks, no external display needed Free online QR code and barcode scanner with no app required
StageStartup Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelNot given Free
PricingFree 3-day trial (sessions up to 8 hours). Then $9 USD once per Mac, tax included. No subscription. Not given
Key features
  • Keep MacBook awake with lid closed, no external display or keyboard needed
  • Sessions with no limit or custom duration up to 168 hours
  • Run on AC power by default, optional battery use down to chosen level
  • Built-in display off with lid closed
  • Command-line interface with JSON output for AI agents
  • Independent watchdog service restores normal sleep after failure
  • Thermal cutoff on battery at serious heat levels
  • No account, analytics, or logs required
  • Works with Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, Cursor and other AI agents
  • Live camera scanning with auto-detection
  • Supports multiple image formats
  • Works across Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android
  • Over 50 QR code generators for different content types
  • QR code tracking and analytics
  • Custom QR code design tools
  • Sub-5ms detection engine
What makes it different
  • Only keep-awake app with independent watchdog, thermal cutoff, and AI agent interface
  • Clamshell mode without external monitor, display, or keyboard
  • JSON interface allows agents to start, check, and stop sessions autonomously
  • Control agents from your phone while MacBook lid is closed
  • No app download required - works directly in any web browser
  • 100% privacy with client-side processing and zero server uploads
  • Completely free with no registration or account needed
  • Ultra-fast scanning in under 0.5 seconds
  • Comprehensive QR generation with 50+ code types and customization options
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)2 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)03
Citation Flow (Majestic)019
Referring domains (Majestic)04

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