Barcode scan vs QRbot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barcode scan
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Barcode Scan-Easy: The ultimate fast, reliable, and automatic barcode and QR code reader for your iPhone. Just point and scan. Whether you're tracking inventory, price-checking in a store, or just need a QR code opened instantly, this app provides results with unmatched speed and simplicity. Powerful Features for Power Users: Lightning-Fast Scanning: Instantly scan Barcodes and QR Codes with speed and accuracy. Bulk Mode (Shop Ready): Ideal for retail or inventory, scan multiple items back-to-back without manual resetting. Scan from Camera Roll: Don't rescan! Import existing images from your photos to read codes. Automated Scanner: Open the app and the scanner is ready to go—no extra taps required. Complete History: All your scan results are saved automatically for easy review and reference. Effortless Sharing: Quickly share scan results, links, and text with a single tap. Barcode Scan-Easy is the indispensable tool that makes frustrating scanning a thing of the past. Download now and experience the difference!
QRbot
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Scan QR codes and barcodes in seconds. Create codes for WiFi, websites and contacts, scan from photos, and keep your scan history organized. Scan QR codes, read barcodes and create your own QR codes with QRbot — a fast, simple and reliable QR code scanner and barcode reader. Whether you want to scan a QR code, read a product barcode, open a website, access WiFi details or generate a custom QR code, QRbot brings essential scanning tools together in one easy-to-use app. QR CODE SCANNER Scan QR codes quickly using your camera or import saved images directly from your photo library. • Fast and accurate QR code scanning • Scan QR codes from photos and images • Open websites and URLs • Read WiFi network details • View contact information • Recognize email addresses and phone numbers • Read text, locations and calendar details • Copy and share scanned information BARCODE SCANNER & READER Easily scan product barcodes and access their encoded information. • Scan UPC and EAN barcodes • Support for common barcode formats • Read product barcode numbers • Copy and share barcode results • Access previously scanned barcodes QR CODE GENERATOR Create and share your own QR codes in just a few taps. Generate QR codes for: • Websites and links • WiFi network information • Contacts and digital business cards • Text and notes • Email addresses • Phone numbers • SMS messages • Locations Save your generated QR codes or share them whenever needed. SCAN QR CODES FROM PHOTOS Have a QR code saved as an image? Import it directly from your photo library to read its information without using the camera. SCAN HISTORY Keep track of previously scanned codes and easily access your scan results whenever you need them. SIMPLE & EASY TO USE QRbot combines a QR scanner, barcode reader and QR code generator in one clean interface. Perfect for scanning menus, opening links, reading product barcodes, sharing WiFi information, saving contacts and creating QR codes for everyday use. PRIVACY & CONTROL Your scan history stays on your device unless you choose to share it. Camera and photo library access are used for scanning and importing codes. SCAN, CREATE & SHARE Make QR code scanning and barcode reading easier with QRbot. Scan codes, create your own, organize your history and share information in seconds. Download QRbot and get started today. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/qrscanprivacypolicy/home Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode scan at none against QRbot's 1. QRbot's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 114 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. QRbot sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Barcode scan asks for nothing beyond the download.
Barcode scan ships an update every 114 months, QRbot every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barcode scan | QRbot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 114 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ramalingam Sivaramakrishnan | faiza zulfiqar |
In-app purchases
Barcode scan
No in-app purchases
QRbot
- Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days









