Comparison

QR code & Barcode Reader AI vs Translate Snap Scan Translator

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

Head to head
About

QR code & Barcode Reader AI

This app offers fast, AI-powered scanning of QR codes and barcodes to reveal information. It also allows users to create customized and artistic QR codes for various purposes, with ChatGPT integration for instant insights.

Highlights
  • AI-powered QR/barcode scanning
  • Customizable QR code generation
  • Artistic QR code design
  • Interactive barcode content
  • ChatGPT integration for insights
  • Ad-free premium option
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode instantly, create your own codes with custom colors or AI-generated artwork, read and write NFC tags, and ask AI what a scanned code actually means. One app for everything, redesigned from the ground up. QR Code & Barcode Reader AI combines a lightning-fast scanner, a powerful code generator and a complete NFC toolkit in a clean new interface with Light and Dark Mode. SCAN ANYTHING IN A SECOND - Point your camera and the code is read automatically — no tap required - QR codes, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, ITF, Codabar and more - Scan codes from photos and screenshots in your library - Works offline, no account needed - Haptic and sound feedback on every successful scan SMART ACTIONS AFTER EVERY SCAN - Open links, join Wi-Fi networks, save contacts, add calendar events, call or message - Look up products, books and prices from any barcode or ISBN - Safe-link check: suspicious URLs are flagged before you open them - Copy, share or export results with one tap - Searchable scan history, organized by type ASK AI ABOUT ANY CODE Scanned something and not sure what it is? Chat with the built-in AI assistant. It can explain the content, check whether a link looks safe, summarize product details, translate text inside a code and suggest what to do next. Powered by ChatGPT. CREATE QR CODES AND BARCODES - QR code generator for URLs, text, Wi-Fi, contacts (vCard), email, phone, SMS, location, events and social profiles - Barcode maker for EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39 and other retail formats - Customize colors, shapes and add your logo - AI Art QR Codes: turn any QR code into a unique, scannable piece of artwork — perfect for Instagram, menus, flyers and business cards - Export in high resolution for print, labels and packaging READ AND WRITE NFC TAGS - Read any NDEF tag and see its full content - Write URLs, text, contacts, Wi-Fi credentials and more to blank NFC tags - Great for smart business cards, home automation shortcuts, inventory and product labels A BRAND-NEW EXPERIENCE - Completely refreshed design — faster, simpler, clutter-free - Light and Dark Mode, following your system settings - Support for more QR code and barcode formats than ever - Your scans stay on your device BUILT FOR EVERYONE Shoppers comparing prices, travelers scanning tickets and menus, small businesses printing product labels, warehouse and inventory teams, event organizers, creators sharing social links, makers working with NFC — and anyone who wants a QR scanner that just works. FREE AND PREMIUM Scan, create and read NFC tags for free. Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock unlimited AI chat, AI Art QR Codes and all advanced features. Download QR Code & Barcode Reader AI and scan, create and understand any code in seconds. --- NFC features require an NFC-capable iPhone (iPhone 7 or later) and compatible NDEF tags. Some AI features require an internet connection. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are available inside the app. Terms of use: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/61340319 Privacy policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/61340319

About

Translate Snap Scan Translator

Instantly translate text, documents, and objects using your phone's camera. Perfect for travelers and students needing quick translations of signs, menus, books, and more in over 100 languages.

Highlights
  • Camera translation for text and objects
  • Object recognition and translation
  • Document and PDF scanning and translation
  • Augmented reality object translation
  • Pronunciation of translations
  • Supports 110 languages
Features
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Snap Translator is an application developed to improve your travel experiences, your work, your translating needs, university translation, and your life experience. For instance, even if you speak very well the language of the country you are travelling in, you may encounter an unfamiliar object or may not remember its exact equivalent of that object in that foreign language. Snap Translator will help you a lot in such situations. All you need to do is to take a photo of an object whose meaning you don’t know after selecting the target language :) another example if you are a university studant and you need to translate books or any documents, Snap Translator will help you in seconds to translate any thing you want. "translate any thing you can photo!" • Camera Translation Translate any pic or text using your camera. Easily translate menus, signs, or any paper document. • Objects Translation Translate the world around you with augmented reality. DISCOVER MORE: • Object mode: Take a photo or upload one from your gallery. Snap Translator will recognize the object and translate it into any language you want. You can also listen to the pronunciation of the translation in the target language. • Text mode: Take a photo of a document with pages or upload a photo from your gallery. Snap Translator will scan the text and translate it into any language you want. Snap Translator is a wonderful assistant also for photo , Pdf, docs, objects and text translations. You can translate pages of texts or documents into a target language just in seconds. Snap Translator is a great assistant also for photo , doc Scanning. You can scan pages ,photos or documents in seconds and translate them also. Easily translate menus, signs and maps into 110 languages. Translate any pic or text using your camera! Do you often Translate + Scan Photos, Signs, Pictures, PDF, Docs, & Images ? or do you often travel abroad? If you do, we have a great assistant application for you ;) Get your premium Snap Translator now! 3 days free now! Auto Renewable Subscription Terms: Subscriptions are billed weekly at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. The price corresponds to the same price segment, which are set in the "Apple's App Store Matrix" for other currencies. * Your free trial subscription will automatically renew to a paid subscription unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. * Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. * You can cancel a free trial or subscription anytime by turning off auto-renewal through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal Privacy Policy: http://bestapps.co/privacy-policy Terms Of Services: http://bestapps.co/terms-of-use

Screenshots

QR code & Barcode Reader AI4 screens
Translate Snap Scan Translator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: QR code & Barcode Reader AI at free with in-app purchases against Translate Snap Scan Translator's subscription. QR code & Barcode Reader AI also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.3). Translate Snap Scan Translator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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. QR code & Barcode Reader AI sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Translate Snap Scan Translator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR code & Barcode Reader AI holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Translate Snap Scan Translator has 895 ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 20% of QR code & Barcode Reader AI's written reviews are positive against 45% of Translate Snap Scan Translator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR code & Barcode Reader AI ships an update every 3 months, Translate Snap Scan Translator every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
QR code & Barcode Reader AI versus Translate Snap Scan Translator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR code & Barcode Reader AITranslate Snap Scan Translator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (67 ratings) — better4.3 (895 ratings)
Positive reviews19.9% of reviews44.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings67895 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMary srlNayer AbuAlSoud

Customer experience

QR code & Barcode Reader AI

All ratings66 ratings
Positive86.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews166 reviews
Positive19.9%
Neutral0.6%
Negative79.5%

Translate Snap Scan Translator

All ratings895 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative14.0%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive44.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative52.5%

Bugs and requests

QR code & Barcode Reader AI

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App crashes immediately after installation
  • QR code scanner does not function
  • Barcode scanner fails to recognize codes
  • App freezes during scanning
  • Camera not initializing
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  • Displays blank white screen
  • Generates invalid or broken links
  • Automatic subscription activation despite cancellation attempts

Requested features

8 requests
  • Clear and accessible unsubscribe mechanism
  • Free version without mandatory subscription
  • Better barcode scanning accuracy
  • Ad-free experience
  • Multiple language support
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  • Transparent pricing disclosure before download
  • Inventory management features
  • Chat functionality for QR code content

Translate Snap Scan Translator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

QR code & Barcode Reader AI

Subscriptions10
  • QR Code PRO for one week3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • QR Code PRO Version for 1 week3 Days trial$5.497 Days
  • QR Code PRO for 1 week3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • QR Code PRO for 1 month$9.991 Month
  • CODE QR PRO - 1 Week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • QR Code PRO for 1 month$12.991 Month
  • QR code PRO for 1 year3 Days trial$27.991 Year
  • QR code PRO for one year3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • QR code PRO for 1 year3 Days trial$49.991 Year
1 purchases

Translate Snap Scan Translator

Subscriptions1
  • Snap Translator Scanner Pro3 Days trial$4.997 Days

Questions

Is QR code & Barcode Reader AI free?
QR code & Barcode Reader AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Translate Snap Scan Translator free?
Translate Snap Scan Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR code & Barcode Reader AI or Translate Snap Scan Translator?
QR code & Barcode Reader AI is rated higher. QR code & Barcode Reader AI averages 4.5 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while Translate Snap Scan Translator averages 4.3 from 895 ratings.
Do QR code & Barcode Reader AI or Translate Snap Scan Translator have ads?
QR code & Barcode Reader AI shows ads; Translate Snap Scan Translator does not.
Which is updated more often, QR code & Barcode Reader AI or Translate Snap Scan Translator?
QR code & Barcode Reader AI ships an update every 3 months, and Translate Snap Scan Translator every 6 days. Most recently, QR code & Barcode Reader AI was updated on November 6, 2026 and Translate Snap Scan Translator on November 7, 2026.

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