Comparison

QR Pro vs Smart QR & Barcode Reader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QR Pro

This application provides fast and secure scanning of QR codes and various barcode formats. It offers an ad-free and privacy-focused experience with no hidden costs or data collection. Simply open the app and point your camera at the code to scan.

Highlights
  • Ad-free scanning
  • Privacy-focused
  • No in-app purchases
  • Supports multiple code types
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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QR Pro is a fast, ad-free, privacy-first QR code and barcode scanner, generator, and library for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. No ads. No subscriptions. No tracking. No personal data collection. Scan codes with the camera, choose an image from Photos, or drag and drop. Create QR codes and barcodes, save important items to your library, and keep them available across supported Apple devices with optional iCloud sync. Scan: • Read QR codes, barcodes, Aztec, Data Matrix, PDF417, UPC, EAN, ITF, Code 39, Code 93, and Code 128 • Scan with the camera, from Photos, image files, or drag and drop • Preview code contents before opening links or actions • Use widgets and controls from the Home Screen, Lock Screen, Control Center, or Action Button Create: • Generate QR codes for links, plain text, Wi-Fi, email, phone numbers, and messages • Contact cards, calendar events, locations, and more • Share links, text, and images to QR Pro to create codes • Save generated codes to your library Share and Export: • Copy, share, print, or export as images, PDFs, and SVG when supported • Expand full screen for easy scanning from another device • View raw contents when needed Library and Sync: • Keep scans and generated codes in one place • Find and reuse saved items later • View saved codes on Apple Watch and Apple TV • Optional iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro Privacy: QR Pro does not track you or collect personal data. Your scanned and saved codes stay on your device unless you choose to use iCloud sync. If you enjoy QR Pro, please leave a review, share it with friends, and explore our other privacy-first apps.

About

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

Instantly scan and generate various QR and barcode formats. Save scan history, share codes, and create custom codes for WiFi, contacts, URLs, and more. Offers on-device scanning for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning
  • Barcode scanning
  • QR code generation
  • WiFi sharing codes
  • Contact QR codes
  • Scan history
  • On-device scanning
Features
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Smart QR & Barcode Reader: The All-in-One Scanner and Generator Smart QR scans every QR code and barcode in a snap. Generate codes for WiFi, contacts, URLs, menus and more. Save scan history, share instantly and keep your codes organized in one fast, secure app. HOW IT WORKS 1. Point your camera or pick a photo from your library. 2. Smart QR decodes instantly and shows the result. 3. Save it to history, share with one tap or generate your own QR. KEY FEATURES QR Code Scanning Aim and scan any QR code with your camera. Decoding is instant. Works on screens, posters, packaging, receipts and printed materials. Auto-focus and low-light support included. Barcode Scanning Read every product barcode format. EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, ISBN, Code 128, Code 39, ITF and PDF417 are all supported. Perfect for shopping, inventory checks, price comparisons and library lookups. QR Code Generator Create custom QR codes for websites, contacts, WiFi, email, phone numbers and plain text. Pick a design, save it to your device and share with a single tap. WiFi Sharing Generate a WiFi QR code so guests can join your network with a single scan. No more typing long passwords. vCard Contact QR Make a contact card QR. Anyone who scans saves your details to their address book instantly. URL and Website QR Direct people to your link, profile or landing page with one scan. Great for business cards, event flyers and product packaging. Phone and Message QR Pre-filled call or SMS QR codes for fast contact. Tap to dial, no typing required. Email and FaceTime QR Codes that draft emails or start FaceTime calls in one tap. Static Text QR Share notes, instructions, recipes or any text via QR. Decodes offline. App Store Link QR Promote your app with a QR that opens its App Store page directly. Social Media QR Profile QRs for Instagram, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and more. Grow your following with one scan. Scan History and Backup Every scan is saved and searchable. Filter by type, copy, share or revisit any code at any time. Camera and Photo Library Scan Scan live with your camera or import a QR or barcode from your photo library. Both ways supported. Privacy First On-device scanning. No tracking, no ads, no data leaks. Your scans stay yours. WHY SMART QR - Over 50 QR and barcode formats supported - Camera and photo library scanning in one app - Native code generator with custom design - Full scan history with backup and search - Free to use, premium unlocks pro features SUBSCRIPTION Smart QR is free to download and use. Premium unlocks unlimited generations, advanced barcode formats and ad-free experience. Your iTunes account is charged for the subscription renewal 24 hours before the current period ends. The subscription auto-renews at the same price unless you turn off auto-renew. You can manage and cancel any time in your iTunes account settings. Any unused free trial period (if offered) is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://click2.app/qrzoom-terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://click2.app/qrzoom-privacy-policy

Screenshots

QR Pro4 screens
Smart QR & Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Pro at 4.5 against Smart QR & Barcode Reader's 2.0. QR Pro also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Smart QR & Barcode Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. QR Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Pro has 29K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Pro ships an update weekly, Smart QR & Barcode Reader every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
QR Pro versus Smart QR & Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR ProSmart QR & Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (29K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews71.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings29K — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrypto Inc.Mustafa Kenan Atmaca

Customer experience

QR Pro

All ratings28,792 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews569 reviews
Positive71.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative25.0%

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Pro

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Freezing or crashing on some devices
  • Inability to read or open scanned codes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Save scanned QR codes
  • More advanced scanning capabilities

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

QR Pro

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$39.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Pro free?
QR Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart QR & Barcode Reader free?
Smart QR & Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Pro or Smart QR & Barcode Reader?
QR Pro is rated higher. QR Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Smart QR & Barcode Reader averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do QR Pro or Smart QR & Barcode Reader have ads?
Smart QR & Barcode Reader shows ads; QR Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Pro or Smart QR & Barcode Reader?
QR Pro ships an update weekly, and Smart QR & Barcode Reader every 2 months. Most recently, QR Pro was updated on September 25, 2026 and Smart QR & Barcode Reader on September 10, 2026.

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