# Simple QR/Barcode Reader — Easy QR code Scanner

> Fast, accurate, and simple QR code and barcode scanner with history. (iPhone/iPad app by MEDIASEEK Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-qrbarcode-reader/id1086004267 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MEDIASEEK Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333911151)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 253 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2016-03-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-qrbarcode-reader/id1086004267/reviews.md

## What is Simple QR/Barcode Reader?

Simple and efficient QR/Barcode Reader 

Simple and efficient QR/Barcode Reader is a simple yet efficient QR code scanner with minimum amount of functions! 
The barcode reading applications we offer from mediaseek.inc have achieved more than 20 million smart phone users around the world and has been in the high rank in the Free and Popular convenient applications. 


◆◆Characteristics of the Simple and efficient QR/Barcode Reader◆◆

【1】Fast! Accurate! Precision Reading!
Our app can read any kind of QR code you want to scan wherever you are. If you have problems scanning a designed QR code with other apps, we recommend our app!
If you have a barcode image on your smartphone photo album, you can bring it up and import it without using the camera. 

【2】Simple and easy to handle!
Tap once to start up the app and it automatically starts scanning the code you apply to the reader.


◆◆Here’s some descriptions of our app◆◆

□Scan
Simply hold the QR code or barcode over to the reader and it will read them straight away.
Control focus by tapping the screen.

□History
Our app automatically saves QR codes and barcodes you scan in the History. If you want to store the relevant information of a code without deleting, simply add to your Favorite lists. This way, the information will stay in your app.

□After scanning
We provide all relevant information associated with the code you scan. For example, 
　・URL information…open up web browser
　・Text…Open up search
　・e-mail address…open up mailer
　・barcode…open up a shopping website search.

□Setting
・Vibration: You can choose from setting whether to have a vibration sounds after scanning a code or not.

□Hiding Advertisement 
If you want to hide advertisements, it is possible to hide them with some charge.


◆◆Word description◆◆

・What is QR code?
It is 2D barcode that hold much longer data than normal barcode like UPC code. If your cellphone can read QR code, you may not need to type long web site address or people’s information. Most cellphones with camera in Japan have QR code readers in it.

・What is barcode?
In Japan, it is known as Japanese Article Number and in Europe it is the EAN code (European Article Number). Also in America and Canada, it is known as UPC (Universal Product Code).
It is used for POS system, for recording number of items or shipping control items in the world.

## Key features

- Fast and accurate scanning
- Scan from photos
- Simple one-tap operation
- Scan history and favorites
- Automatic action based on content
- Hide advertisements with purchase

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hide the ad | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-qrbarcode-reader/id1086004267/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Satisfied Consumer

*2023-12-29, version 1.4.0*

Fast, efficient & thorough!

### 5/5 — The sun

*2023-11-19, version 1.4.0*

It comes out almost everyday and fills my solar panel with free energy, it’s wonderful!???

### 5/5 — Чай

*2021-10-27*

Спасибо. Все хорошо

### 1/5 — Not the site I wanted

*2018-09-12, version 1.2.2*

So I scanned a qr code for a school thing and the app brought up a button saying search google and it brought up the postal code for North Carolina. I suggest you do NOT get this app.

## Frequently asked questions about Simple QR/Barcode Reader

### What does the Simple QR/Barcode Reader app do?

This app functions as a QR code and barcode scanner. It allows you to quickly and accurately read various types of codes using your device's camera. You can also import barcode images from your smartphone's photo album.

### What are the key features of this scanner app?

Key features include fast and precise reading of QR codes and barcodes, simple one-tap operation, the ability to scan from existing photos, automatic saving of scan history, and the option to add codes to favorites. It also provides relevant actions based on the scanned content, such as opening websites or performing searches.

### Is the Simple QR/Barcode Reader app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does display advertisements. If you wish to remove these advertisements, there is an option to do so with a one-time purchase.

### What kind of information can be scanned?

The app can scan QR codes containing URLs, text, and email addresses, as well as standard barcodes used for products. It then provides relevant actions, like opening a web browser for URLs or initiating a search for text.

### How does the app handle scanned codes?

Once a QR code or barcode is scanned, the app automatically saves it to your history. You can also mark specific codes as favorites to easily access them later. The app then offers relevant actions based on the type of information contained within the code.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.0 — 2024-01-12

・Improvement of scanning performance.
・Bug fixes

### 1.4.0 — 2022-02-04

・Improvement of scanning performance.

### 1.3.0 — 2019-05-14

・Improvement of scanning performance.
・Usability improvements.

### 1.2.2 — 2018-06-21

・Bug Fixes.

### 1.2.1 — 2018-04-05

・More suitable for iPhoneX use.
・Added zoom function.
・Improvement of scanning performance.
・Usability improvements.
・Bug fixes.

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