Comparison

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode vs Any QR Code Reader for iPhone

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 Scan Barcode

Instantly scan and read QR codes and barcodes with this fast and user-friendly application. It allows you to create your own QR codes for various information types and share them easily. Save money by scanning coupon codes and comparing product prices online.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Read QR codes from images
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Share QR codes via social media
  • Scan coupon codes for discounts
  • Compare product prices
Features
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Scan codes with less guesswork and more confidence. Open links only when you choose, spot suspicious QR code destinations before you tap, and keep every scan in one searchable place. In The App - Scan QR code and barcode formats from the full-screen camera with pinch to zoom, animated highlights, and a torch toggle for dark spaces. - Check link safety with Quishing Shield before opening a URL, with clear results like Looks safe, Be careful, or Dangerous — do not open. - See a plain-English summary for scanned links, plus details like redirect hops, domain age when available, and why a warning was triggered. - Open a scanned website manually with Open in Browser, or share the link instead. Links never open on their own. - Join networks faster by scanning a Wi-Fi code, viewing the network name and type, then using Copy Password when your iPhone asks for it. - Save a contact card from a scanned code with Save Contact, or start an email, text message, or call from the matching result sheet. - Add a scanned event to Calendar, search the web for a retail barcode or book code, and copy or share plain text. - Find old scans in History with search, payload filters, safety filters, tags, swipe to delete, and multi-select delete. - Make your own QR code for a link, plain text, Wi-Fi network, contact card, email, SMS, or calendar event with a live preview. - Keep created codes in My Library, then open, share, or delete them later. Perfect When That coffee shop Wi-Fi QR is taped to the counter and you just want to copy the password and get online. A parking meter sticker looks off, so you scan the QR code and read the warning before paying. You need a contact QR from a conference badge saved in one tap. You remember scanning a useful link months ago, but only part of the text comes to mind, so you search your history by value or tag. You want to send someone a Wi-Fi QR, so you build it in the Create tab and share the saved image. Why It Works QR Code Reader Scan Barcode helps people scan, check, save, and create QR codes without extra steps. It combines a quick QR scanner, barcode reader, QR maker, and searchable history in one place. The app stands out by keeping the most important checks on your phone and putting you in control of every action. Quishing Shield reviews risky link patterns before you open a page, and the browser button is always a manual tap. Helpful shortcuts can jump straight to scan, reopen your latest result, find saved Wi-Fi scans, or start a link QR code. Paid Features Upgrade for more ways to work with your scans: turn on a cloud threat feed for broader link checks, scan from more photos in a batch, export filtered history, add branded code styles, and use unlimited photo scanning. permission is only requested when you tap Save Contact. If you scan QR codes often, want a barcode scanner with memory, or need a QR code generator you can trust, give QR Code Reader Scan Barcode a try today. Terms of Use (EULA) - http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

About

Any QR Code Reader for iPhone

Easily scan and generate QR codes with fast speeds and a user-friendly interface. Create links, text, contact details, and more, then share them instantly. Also includes a document scanner with intelligent image processing.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning from camera or gallery
  • QR code generation for various data types
  • Document scanning with automatic cropping
  • History of all scanned and generated QR codes
  • Backup to Google Drive and iCloud
  • Localization in 10 languages
Features
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SCAN OR GENERATE your QR CODE easily. QR Scanner lets you scan and read the most common types of QR codes with super-fast speeds and a delightful user experience designed for the iPhone.Simply scan any QR code with your device camera or select an existing QR code from your device gallery. The scanning takes merely a second. This QR code generator app also lets you create your QR codes and share them with others. You can create convenient links, text, email, contact, social links, SMS & WiFi codes with just a few taps. Simply enter your data & hit 'Create.' Save the QR code or share it. This app can be used in many real-life applications like ordering food at a takeout place, sharing business cards & contact details, or sharing WiFi keys. This app also lets you scan & digitize paper documents with just your camera. The intelligent image processing algorithm detects borders automatically and crops your scan accordingly. All FEATURES at a Glance • QR CODE SCANNER: Scan QR code with your camera easily or by picking an image from your gallery. • QR CODE GENERATOR: Comes with a super-fast QR Maker feature. • DOC SCANNER: Built-in Doc Scanner. Add filters & effects to your scans. • VIEW HISTORY: Stores all your QR codes in one place; QR Folder. • EDIT QR: Share, edit or Delete your scans with one tap. • SAVE BACKUPS: It lets you take Google Drive & iCloud backups with just a few taps. • LANGUAGE OPTIMISATION: This app is localized in 10 languages from around the world. Some of the data we collect - Device-specific information such as device model, OS version being used. This provides knowledge of how our application is being used so we can improve the user experience and the app itself. - We collect anonymized data such as statistics, analytics, insights about your activity in order to provide you a reliable and high-quality experience. - Payment data & an optional Email (if using paid Services). ----------- Premium plans Length & Price Monthly - $9.99/Month Yearly- $79.99/Year Subscription Info - The user can cancel his/her subscription at any time by going into iTunes and App Store Apple ID Settings. - All prices include applicable local sales taxes. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account after confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - The user's account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period. ------------ Privacy policy: https://quantum4u.in/web/qrcodescanner/privacy-policy Terms & conditions: https://quantum4u.in/web/qrcodescanner/tandc EULA: https://quantum4u.in/web/qrcodescanner/eula

Screenshots

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode4 screens
Any QR Code Reader for iPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Any QR Code Reader for iPhone at 4.2 against QR Code Reader Scan Barcode's 1.0. Any QR Code Reader for iPhone also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (25% vs 0%). QR Code Reader Scan Barcode's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, 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 Reader Scan Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Any QR Code Reader for iPhone sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Any QR Code Reader for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Any QR Code Reader for iPhone has 73 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of QR Code Reader Scan Barcode's written reviews are positive against 25% of Any QR Code Reader for iPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode versus Any QR Code Reader for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader Scan BarcodeAny QR Code Reader for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.2 (73 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings173 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSandeep BhandariArpana Singh

Customer experience

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Any QR Code Reader for iPhone

All ratings73 ratings
Positive79.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative17.8%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Reader Scan Barcode

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Forever Pro$99.99
3 purchases

Any QR Code Reader for iPhone

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Month$4.991 Month
  • 1Year3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • 3 Month$19.993 Months

Questions

Is QR Code Reader Scan Barcode free?
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Any QR Code Reader for iPhone free?
Any QR Code Reader for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader Scan Barcode or Any QR Code Reader for iPhone?
Any QR Code Reader for iPhone is rated higher. QR Code Reader Scan Barcode averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Any QR Code Reader for iPhone averages 4.2 from 73 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader Scan Barcode or Any QR Code Reader for iPhone have ads?
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode shows ads; Any QR Code Reader for iPhone does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader Scan Barcode or Any QR Code Reader for iPhone?
QR Code Reader Scan Barcode ships an update every 2 months, and Any QR Code Reader for iPhone every 2 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader Scan Barcode was updated on September 16, 2026 and Any QR Code Reader for iPhone on September 21, 2026.

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