Comparison

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner vs Easy QR Code Reader

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

Head to head
About

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner

Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes from your device's camera or photo gallery. Automatically detect and act on scanned information like URLs, phone numbers, and emails. Save, share, and search for product details with ease.

Highlights
  • Fast QR and barcode scanning
  • Automatic data detection (URL, phone, email)
  • Open links, make calls, send emails
  • Add contacts and calendar events
  • Scan from gallery images
  • Save and share scanned data
  • Search product information
Features
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QR Barcode Scanner will scan the QR code and the Barcode, at the fastest. To your iOS device, it is Indispensable app. QR Barcode Scanner is a Very Easy-to-Use application. After scanning the QR code and Barcode, be able to detect automatically, the, URL, Phone Number, E-mail Address. So you can easily access to the item that is detected automatically. For example, Open the browser, Make a call, Send a mail, Add to Contacts, Add to event on calendar, Copy to the clipboard. From the image in the gallery, being able to scan the QR code or Barcode. After the QR code or Barcode scanned, being able to display, save, and share. Scan the Barcode, be able to easily search the product information. [Compatible with the following barcodes] QR Code128 Code39 Code93 CodaBar EAN13 EAN8 ITF UPCA UPCE PDF417 Aztec DataMatrix URL Scheme: woodsmall-qrcode:// Made in Japan. © woodsmall inc.

About

Easy QR Code Reader

Scan QR codes instantly upon launching the app. Easily open URLs, emails, and other content with a single tap. Features include a flashlight for low-light scanning and automatic saving of scan history.

Highlights
  • Quick scan on launch
  • One-tap URL opening
  • Email and tracking support
  • Flashlight for dark environments
  • Automatic scan history
Features
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A simple QR code reader that scans the moment you point your camera. QR codes and barcodes are read just by aiming, and every scan is saved to your history automatically. Open the app and point your camera — no shutter button, no mode switching. Scanned URLs and email addresses open with a single tap. ■ Ideal for - Reading QR codes on posters, flyers, and in stores - Looking up products by their barcode (EAN/UPC) - Scanning ISBN barcodes on books - Reading a QR code inside a screenshot someone sent you - Scanning campaign and event entry QR codes ■ Main features - Automatic scanning — just point The reader starts as soon as the app opens. No button to press. - Read multiple codes at once Detect several QR codes and barcodes on the screen in a single sweep. No more re-aiming at each code one by one. - Scan from photos and screenshots Can't point your camera at it? Pick a photo or screenshot from your album and the QR code inside is read right away. - Zoom in for confident reads Bring distant posters or tiny label codes right up close with a single tap. Small print and far-away codes both stay within reach. - Show & save the code you scanned Re-display any scanned code inside the app. Pick a color and module shape (square / dot / rounded), then save it to your photo library or share it through the system share sheet. - Flashlight for dark places Turn on the light and scan cleanly, even in low light. - Automatic history Every scan is saved locally on your device. Search or star to keep favorites organized. - Built-in browser Scanned URLs open right inside the app — or in your external browser if you prefer. ■ Supported code types - 2D codes: QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec - 1D barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93 From product barcodes to book ISBNs, one app covers the codes you meet every day. ■ Privacy Your scan history is stored only on your device. No account or sign-in required. The camera permission is used solely for reading codes. ■ FAQ Q. Is the app free? A. Yes — every feature is free to use (the app shows ads). Q. Can I use it as a barcode reader? A. Yes. Besides QR codes, it reads EAN/UPC product barcodes and more. Q. Does scanning work offline? A. Scanning itself works offline. An internet connection is only needed to open scanned URLs. Q. Can I delete my scan history? A. Yes — delete entries one by one, or all at once.

Screenshots

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner4 screens
Easy QR Code Reader2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Easy QR Code Reader at none against QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner's 4. Easy QR Code Reader also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 13). QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support 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. QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Easy QR Code Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Easy QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Easy QR Code Reader has 1.8K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner's written reviews are positive against 84% of Easy QR Code Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, Easy QR Code Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner versus Easy QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCode Simple QR Code ScannerEasy QR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings)4.5 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better83.6% of reviews
Number of ratings131.8K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerwoodsmall inc.Seiji Hashizume

Customer experience

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews154 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%

Easy QR Code Reader

All ratings1,810 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews189 reviews
Positive83.6%
Neutral7.4%
Negative9.0%

Bugs and requests

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Easy QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Update and improve the app
  • Add more functionality

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly plan$0.491 Month
  • 6 months plan$1.996 Months
  • Annual plan$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pay in full$6.99
None

Easy QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner free?
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Easy QR Code Reader free?
Easy QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner or Easy QR Code Reader?
Easy QR Code Reader is rated higher. QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Easy QR Code Reader averages 4.5 from 1.8K ratings.
Do QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner or Easy QR Code Reader have ads?
Both QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner and Easy QR Code Reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner or Easy QR Code Reader?
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, and Easy QR Code Reader every 4 days. Most recently, QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner was updated on October 1, 2026 and Easy QR Code Reader on October 11, 2026.

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