Comparison

QRCode CRUD vs QR Code Reader barcode Reader

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

Head to head
About

QRCode CRUD

Features
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Easy-to-use and free "QR code" reading & creating app If you hold it over a QR code, it will be read automatically. QR code reading and creation history are saved. Reading from stored images is also possible. ■ Reading method 1. Launch the app and select a camera from the menu. 2. Hold the camera over the QR code to focus. 3. Scanning is performed automatically, and the read contents are displayed. ■ Simple and stylish interface Designed with trendy flat design ■ Light and fast reading You can use light operation that does not make you feel stressed. ■ Enhanced functions The following functions are available. ・ Read QR code (camera or saved image) ・ Create QR code ・ Read and create history function ・ Display page setting at startup (camera / menu / scan history) ・ Vibe setting at the time of reading (ringing / not ringing) ・ Read history setting (store / do not store) ・ URL display browser setting (Safari / application built-in browser)

About

QR Code Reader barcode Reader

Features
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A free QR code scanner app designed for simplicity and intuitive operation.
 Launch the app to instantly activate the camera and quickly scan QR codes.
 You can also scan QR codes from images in your photo album. Key Features:
 • Fast startup with precise scanning
 • Ability to read QR codes from photo albums
 • Built-in flashlight for low-light environments
 • Compatible with both QR codes and barcodes
 • Automatically saves scan history for easy review
 • Quickly check barcode products with online search

Screenshots

QRCode CRUD3 screens
QR Code Reader barcode Reader3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: QR Code Reader barcode Reader at 13.0 against QRCode CRUD's 15.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QRCode CRUD ships an update every 5 months, QR Code Reader barcode Reader every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
QRCode CRUD versus QR Code Reader barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRCode CRUDQR Code Reader barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShigeaki HaradaShufu Lin

In-app purchases

None

QRCode CRUD

No in-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader barcode Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QRCode CRUD free?
QRCode CRUD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader barcode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QRCode CRUD or QR Code Reader barcode Reader have ads?
Both QRCode CRUD and QR Code Reader barcode Reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, QRCode CRUD or QR Code Reader barcode Reader?
QRCode CRUD ships an update every 5 months, and QR Code Reader barcode Reader every 4 months. Most recently, QRCode CRUD was updated on October 7, 2026 and QR Code Reader barcode Reader on September 24, 2026.

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