Comparison

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner vs QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan

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

QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes with instant decoding. This app also allows you to generate your own QR codes and barcodes, even without an internet connection. Features include a flashlight for low-light scanning and a history of all your scans.

Highlights
  • QR code reader
  • Barcode scanner
  • Instant scanning
  • QR code generator
  • Offline functionality
  • Scan history
  • Flashlight support
Features
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QR Code Reader & QR Scanner is the best QR reader & barcode scanner. QR Code Reader & QR Scanner is a must have app for your device. QR Code Reader & QR Scanner Features; - QR Code Reader - Barcode scanner - Instant scanning and decoding - Flashlight for low-light environments - Scan history - Create QR code or barcode - Works offline, no internet connection required -About Subscriptions ; QR Code Reader & Scanner offers 3-days trials for weekly subscriptions for premium features. * Pricing may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. * Start 3-day trial - free of charge; no commitment; cancel anytime. * You can cancel your subscription anytime by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. * Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase * Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the period * Length of subscription: one week. * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal * Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase * Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. Privacy Policy: https://qrcode-scanner.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://qrcode-scanner.com/terms

Screenshots

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner4 screens
QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan at none against QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner's shown. QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan also leads on ratings volume (67 vs 13). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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 and QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner against 4.3 for QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan has 67 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner's written reviews are positive against 90% of QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner versus QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCode Simple QR Code ScannerQR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings)4.3 (67 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews90.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1367 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerwoodsmall inc.Hyperse Software LTD

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%

QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan

All ratings67 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews111 reviews
Positive90.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.9%

Bugs and requests

QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Deceptive free version - actually requires subscription
  • Unclear subscription cancellation process
  • Misleading free trial conversion to paid weekly subscription

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode support matching device settings
  • Faster loading performance

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
1 purchases

QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$7.497 Days

Questions

Is QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner free?
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan free?
QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner or QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan?
QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan is rated higher. QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan averages 4.3 from 67 ratings.
Do QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner or QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan have ads?
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner shows ads; QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner or QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan?
QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner ships an update monthly, and QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan fortnightly. Most recently, QRCode Simple QR Code Scanner was updated on October 1, 2026 and QR Code Scanner | Barcode Scan on October 12, 2026.

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