# QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ vs QR Maker

The clearest difference is monetization model: QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ at free with in-app purchases against QR Maker's subscription. QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ also leads on ratings volume (94K vs 150) and device support (4 vs 1). QR Maker's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and QR Maker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ against 4.6 for QR Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ has 94K ratings behind it against 150, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・'s written reviews are positive against 80% of QR Maker's.

QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Maker fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ | QR Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (94K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-and-barcode-scanner/id1048473097/reviews) | [4.6 (150 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-maker-qr-code-generator/id6480269610/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **94K** | 150 |
| Positive reviews | **81.5% of reviews** | 79.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 50 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TeaCapps](https://appshunter.io/developer/812201132) | [SADIQUL AMIN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1738600824) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-and-barcode-scanner/id1048473097)

Scan any QR code or barcode to access online information, create and share custom QR codes for various purposes, and manage inventory with a business scanner mode. Supports numerous code formats and offers iCloud synchronization for scan history.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Create and share custom QR codes, Business scanner mode for inventory, Supports numerous code formats, iCloud history synchronization, Export scan history as CSV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro version | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Version | $10.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate scanning
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Versatile - scans barcodes and QR codes
- 🚀 Quick and responsive
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional scanning issues
- 💰 Paid features may be required
- 🔍 Limited product information lookup
- 🔍 Inconsistent search results

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on some devices
- Inconsistent behavior when scanning certain code types

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and organize scanned codes
- More comprehensive product information lookup
- Dark mode option
- Improved export/sharing of scanned data


### QR Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-maker-qr-code-generator/id6480269610)

Easily generate and customize QR codes for various purposes, including social media, business, and WiFi. This app also features a powerful scanner and allows for advanced design options like GIF QR codes and custom templates.

**Highlights:** Create QR codes for links, social media, WiFi, and more, Access 250+ design templates, Design custom templates with logos and colors, Create animated GIF QR codes, Restyle existing QR codes, Scan multiple QR codes in batch mode, Built-in QR code and barcode scanner

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month | $2.99 | per month |
| One Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| One Year | $9.99 | per year |
| One Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Life Time Purchase Plan | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- ✨ Great app
- 🤩 Awesome
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🎨 Customizable QR codes

**What reviewers complain about**

- ♿️ Poor accessibility options
- 🐛 Template can't load
- 🐛 Server issues
- 🐛 Too many bugs
- 🐛 Wifi created is useless

**Reported bugs**

- 1st page can't download anything
- Server issues
- Force to give rating
- Wifi created is useless, too many bugs
- App no longer makes QR codes from web link or scan

**Requested features**

- Template options in the future
- Future advances
- More features in the future
- Template options in the future


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ free?

QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Maker free?

QR Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ or QR Maker?

QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ and QR Maker are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 94K and 150 ratings respectively.

### Do QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ or QR Maker have ads?

QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ shows ads; QR Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ or QR Maker?

QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Maker fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code & Barcode Scanner ・ was updated on September 25, 2026 and QR Maker on September 25, 2026.

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