# SecureQR Free vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader at 5.0 against SecureQR Free's 2.7. SecureQR Free's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SecureQR Free sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SecureQR Free | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secureqr-free-encrypted-qr-code-reader-and-generator/id1154405141/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-creator/id6448207808/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [良 曹](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033442229) | [梦娟 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/1669965885) |

## What reviewers say

### SecureQR Free

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secureqr-free-encrypted-qr-code-reader-and-generator/id1154405141)

This app allows you to create and scan QR codes with an added layer of security through encryption. Set a password to protect your sensitive information before sharing it via QR code, ensuring only those with the correct decryption key can access the data.

**Highlights:** QR code scanning, QR code generation, QR code encryption, Password protection, Secure information transfer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove all ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-creator/id6448207808)

Easily scan and create QR codes and barcodes with this fast utility. It supports various data types for generation and can read information from websites, contacts, and social media. Save your scan history and share generated codes effortlessly.

**Highlights:** Fast QR code and barcode scanning, Generate QR codes for SMS, Wi-Fi, vCard, web, etc., Read website, contact, and social media QR codes, Unlimited scan history, Quick Wi-Fi QR code joining, Batch QR scanning, Save and share QR images

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR Code Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Code Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| QR Code Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SecureQR Free free?

SecureQR Free is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SecureQR Free or QR Code Reader?

QR Code Reader is rated higher. SecureQR Free averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SecureQR Free or QR Code Reader have ads?

QR Code Reader shows ads; SecureQR Free does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*