# QR Pro vs QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone!

The clearest difference is rating: QR Pro at 4.5 against QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone!'s 1.0. QR Pro also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. QR Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

QR Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. 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.

QR Pro ships an update weekly, QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Pro | QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-pro-code-reader-and-creator/id1013912824/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-pro-for-iphone/id1641226747/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **29K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 72.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Crypto Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/980289004) | [Nico Schroeder](https://appshunter.io/developer/432790036) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-pro-code-reader-and-creator/id1013912824)

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:** Safari Extension, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Instant scanning
- 💡 Supports various code types
- 🔒 No privacy data collected
- 🤗 Friendly and helpful staff

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional scanning issues
- 🤔 Confusing reviews unrelated to the app
- 💰 Concerns about data collection and in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing or crashing on some devices
- Inability to read or open scanned codes

**Requested features**

- Save scanned QR codes
- More advanced scanning capabilities


### QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-pro-for-iphone/id1641226747)

Easily scan, generate, and manage QR codes and barcodes. Access detailed information from codes, create custom codes for various themes, and organize them with built-in folder management. Features bulk scanning and CSV export for efficient data handling.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Create themed QR codes, Detailed code information, Bulk-scan functionality, Folder management system, CSV export, Generate QR codes for various themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| One Year Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| QR Code Reader PRO - Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Pro free?

QR Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! free?

QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Pro or QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone!?

QR Pro is rated higher. QR Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do QR Pro or QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! have ads?

QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! shows ads; QR Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Pro or QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone!?

QR Pro ships an update weekly, and QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! every 6 weeks. Most recently, QR Pro was updated on October 6, 2026 and QR Code Reader PRO for iPhone! on September 6, 2026.

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