Comparison

QR code and Barcode Reader AI vs QR Code

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

Head to head

QR code and Barcode Reader AI

Scan and create codes

Free

🔧 Utilities

★ 4.821 ratingsView app →

QR Code

Barcode Scanner & Maker App

Free

🔧 Utilities

★ 4.513K ratingsView app →

About

QR code and 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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Transform Your Digital Interactions: Smart Scanning: Experience lightning-fast accuracy with our AI-powered scanner. Decode any QR or barcode to reveal a hidden world of information, from product histories to website links.  Creative QR Codes: Elevate your digital presence. Easily generate stunning, customized QR codes for websites, social media, or events. Perfect for Instagram, Facebook, and more.  Interactive Barcodes: Transform ordinary items into engaging stories. Scan any product or book barcode to access a wealth of interactive, digital content.  Artistic Expressions: Use AI to create unique, visually appealing QR codes that blend art with functionality. Make your digital interactions a statement.  Instant Insights: Integrated with ChatGPT, get immediate, intelligent responses to your scans. Interact with information like never before.  Seamless Usability: Quick Setup: Download and launch CODE: QR and Barcode Reader effortlessly.  User-Centric Design: Designed for convenience, just point your camera at a QR or barcode. Watch as it quickly scans and displays detailed information with AI-enhanced insights.  Choose Your Experience: Free Version: Get started with basic features and ad-supported access.  Premium Version: Enjoy an ad-free experience with full access to advanced AI capabilities and exclusive features.  Ready to Revolutionize Your Scanning Experience? Download CODE: QR and Barcode Reader today and transform how you interact with the world around you! Terms of use: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/61340319 Privacy policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/61340319

About

QR Code

Scan any QR code or barcode instantly with your phone's camera. Generate custom QR codes for various purposes like opening URLs, accessing Wi-Fi, or sharing contact information. Personalize your generated codes with colors and social media icons.

Highlights

Scan QR codes and barcodes
Generate custom QR codes
Create Wi-Fi, Email, URL, Phone QRs
Customize QR code design
Scan from media library
Share and print QR codes

Features

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Easily scan any QR code or barcode — 100% FREE. The app is extremely easy to use. Just use your phone's camera to scan and recognize the information of QR code or barcode. Create and share custom QRs to open URLs, access Wi-Fi, view data, Email, URL, Phone, Messages, VCard, Text, location and more. ◉ FREE FEATURES: SCAN ANYTHING Fastest and easiest way to scan any QR or barcode. User-friendly design and app navigation system. Scan QR codes and barcodes using your camera or media library. CREATE YOUR CODES Create new personalized QRs for Wi-Fi, Email, URL, Phone, Messages, VCard, Text, and more. ◉ PRO FEATURES: CUSTOMIZE YOUR CODES Choose your QR’s design: color, borders, social icons, share, print. Create more types of QRs that can be used for Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, TikTok, Spotify, Viber, Twitter, WhatsApp, Paypal and more. For app support please contact us at: codescann@ebash.pw Terms of use: https://scann.codes/terms.html Privacy policy: https://scann.codes/privacy.html Terms of Subscription: https://scann.codes/terms-of-subscription.html Download QR Code Reader Now and turn your mobile device into a portable scanner!

Screenshots

QR code and Barcode Reader AI4 screens

QR Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code at none against QR code and Barcode Reader AI's shown. QR Code also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 21). QR code and Barcode Reader AI's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 and Barcode Reader AI sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and QR Code sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR code and Barcode Reader AI holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code has 13K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 22% of QR code and Barcode Reader AI's written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Code's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR code and Barcode Reader AI ships an update every 3 months, QR Code every 9 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level

QR code and Barcode Reader AI versus QR Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	QR code and Barcode Reader AI	QR Code
Price	Free	Free
Rating	4.8 (21 ratings) — better	4.5 (13K ratings)
Positive reviews	21.7% of reviews	32.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings	21	13K — better
Update frequency	Every 3 months	Every 9 days — better
Ads	Yes	No — better
In-app purchases	Yes	Yes
Monetization	Free with in-app purchases	Free with in-app purchases
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better	iPhone, iPod
Requires iOS	13.1 — better	14.0
Further details — not scored
Size	34 MB	204 MB
Age rating	+4	4+
Developer	Mary srl	Ruslan Kucheriavyi

Customer experience

QR code and Barcode Reader AI

All ratings21 ratings

Positive95.2%

Neutral4.8%

Negative0.0%

Written reviews152 reviews

Positive21.7%

Neutral0.7%

Negative77.6%

QR Code

All ratings12,700 ratings

Positive88.6%

Neutral4.4%

Negative7.0%

Written reviews125 reviews

Positive32.8%

Neutral2.4%

Negative64.8%

User reviews

QR code and Barcode Reader AI

From 21 App Store ratings

What we love

🚀 Fast and quick scanning
👍 Easy to use interface
✨ QR code customization features
📱 Works well for QR codes
⚡ No lag or crashes

Room to improve

💳 Deceptive subscription practices
🚫 No clear unsubscribe option
⚠️ Hidden costs not disclosed upfront
🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
📊 Poor barcode scanning functionality

QR Code

From 13K App Store ratings

What we love

👍 Easy to use
🚀 Quick and efficient
💡 Useful QR code features
🤝 Helpful customer service

Room to improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
💰 Expensive premium version
📢 Intrusive ads and upsells
🔒 Lack of transparency around subscriptions

Bugs and requests

QR code and 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

QR Code

Reported bugs

4 issues

Login/registration issues
QR code scanning not working as expected
Compatibility problems with older devices
Unexpected charges and billing problems

Requested features

4 requests

Ability to cancel subscriptions easily
More affordable pricing options
Improved stability and reliability
Better customer support channels

In-app purchases

12 purchases

QR code and Barcode Reader AI

Subscriptions12

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 month$16.991 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
QR code PRO for 1 year$49.991 Year

7 purchases

QR Code

Subscriptions6

Weekly Discount Premium access7 Days trial$2.997 Days
weekly premium access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Weekly Pro Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days

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Monthly premium access3 Days trial$14.991 Month
Year premium access$29.991 Year
Year premium access$39.991 Year

One-time1

Lifetime Premium Access$49.99

Questions

Is QR code and Barcode Reader AI free?

QR code and Barcode Reader AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

Is QR Code free?

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

Which has better reviews, QR code and Barcode Reader AI or QR Code?

QR code and Barcode Reader AI is rated higher. QR code and Barcode Reader AI averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while QR Code averages 4.5 from 13K ratings.

Do QR code and Barcode Reader AI or QR Code have ads?

QR code and Barcode Reader AI shows ads; QR Code does not.

Which is updated more often, QR code and Barcode Reader AI or QR Code?

QR code and Barcode Reader AI ships an update every 3 months, and QR Code every 9 days. Most recently, QR code and Barcode Reader AI was updated on September 23, 2026 and QR Code on September 23, 2026.