Comparison

QR code reader & qr scanner * 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

QR code reader & qr scanner *

Easily scan and decode all types of QR codes and barcodes, from website URLs to contact details. Save your scan history, share results, and even create your own QR codes. This app streamlines information access and sharing.

Highlights
  • Decode all QR code types
  • Scan QR codes and Data Matrix
  • Create QR codes and barcodes
  • Unlimited scan history storage
  • Share scans via multiple platforms
  • Approve websites before visiting
Features
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QR code reader, one of the best, simple and easy QR reader. You can scan QR codes, business cards, decode all the QR codes Features: - Decode all types of QR code: contact details, plain text, website URL, telephone number, SMS message, email address, email, message, calendar event, locations... - QR code Scanner - QR code reader - QR Code and Data matrix scanning - Browse products, deals & coupons - Add contacts directly into address book - Unlimited storage for scan history - Share using SMS, MMS, email, messenger, Facebook... - Approve websites before visiting them. - Export your scans by CSV - QR code creator - Barcode reader, Barcode scanner - Barcode creator - Search for product detail by barcode Not waste your time when using QR reader. You will feel satisfied when using QR code reader

About

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access product information, documents, and more. Create custom QR codes for various platforms and data types, with options for personalization.

Highlights
  • Scan product QR codes for detailed information
  • Scan and rename documents
  • Create standard QR codes (contacts, locations, notes, messages)
  • Create special QR codes (social media, PayPal, App Store)
  • Customize QR codes with colors and logos
  • Scan barcodes
Features
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A must-have app in your iPhone or iPad! now!! The Ideal app for scanning QR Codes and Barcodes! These app includes amazing Features : - Scan QR of Products & Detailed Food Information. - Scan Documents. - Rename Scanned Documents. - Create your own QR: choose between Standard or Special QR Codes. - Standard Codes for: Contacts, Locations, Notes and Messages. - Special Codes for: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube, Skype, Paypal and App Store. - Customize your QR Codes with Colors, Gifs and Social Media logos. Terms of use: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy and policy: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

QR code reader & qr scanner *4 screens
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at none against QR code reader & qr scanner *'s shown. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 95). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. QR code reader & qr scanner * sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR code reader & qr scanner * holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 95, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of QR code reader & qr scanner *'s written reviews are positive against 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR code reader & qr scanner * ships an update every 3 months, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR code reader & qr scanner * versus QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR code reader & qr scanner *QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (95 ratings) — better4.4 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews84.8% of reviews — better79.4% of reviews
Number of ratings951.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTMEDILAB SOFTWARE JOINT STOCK COMPANYProtection & Security App LLC

Customer experience

QR code reader & qr scanner *

All ratings95 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews125 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative12.8%

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

All ratings1,111 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative11.0%

Bugs and requests

QR code reader & qr scanner *

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Camera focus issues
  • Crashes or freezes on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More customization options
  • Ability to upload own images
  • Improved scanning accuracy

In-app purchases

1 purchases

QR code reader & qr scanner *

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
1 purchases

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is QR code reader & qr scanner * free?
QR code reader & qr scanner * is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR code reader & qr scanner * or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader?
QR code reader & qr scanner * is rated higher. QR code reader & qr scanner * averages 4.6 out of 5 from 95 ratings, while QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 from 1.1K ratings.
Do QR code reader & qr scanner * or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader have ads?
QR code reader & qr scanner * shows ads; QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR code reader & qr scanner * or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader?
QR code reader & qr scanner * ships an update every 3 months, and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. Most recently, QR code reader & qr scanner * was updated on September 8, 2026 and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader on September 24, 2026.

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