# ScanPro vs QR Code

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code at 4.8 against ScanPro's 4.1. QR Code also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (113 vs 16). ScanPro's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 50%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScanPro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and QR Code 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 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code has 113 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of ScanPro's written reviews are positive against 50% of QR Code's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScanPro | QR Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanpro-qr-and-barcode-reader/id1180393401/reviews) | **[4.8 (113 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-generator-and-maker/id6450634501/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **113** |
| Positive reviews | **81.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Advanced Apps Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1172145529) | [Muhammad Abdullah](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867791025) |

## What reviewers say

### ScanPro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanpro-qr-and-barcode-reader/id1180393401)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various data types like links, contacts, and Wi-Fi. Manage your scan history, save favorites, and create custom codes with a user-friendly interface. Supports multiple formats and offers features like image scanning and flashlight integration.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Generate custom QR codes, Scan from images, Manage scan history, Save favorites, Wi-Fi connection via QR, Dark and light mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Pro Features | $9.99 | one-time |


### QR Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-generator-and-maker/id6450634501)

Easily scan, create, and share QR codes and barcodes. This app supports various formats for instant information access and offers features for inventory management and data export. Syncs across devices for seamless organization.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive QR and barcode scanning, Create custom QR codes for links, WiFi, events, Scan and share product information, Inventory management and business scanner mode, Sync scan history across devices with iCloud, Export scan history as CSV, Quick access via Apple Watch and widgets

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scan & Share - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Scan & Share - Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Scan & Share | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScanPro free?

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

### Is QR Code free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ScanPro or QR Code?

QR Code is rated higher. ScanPro averages 4.1 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while QR Code averages 4.8 from 113 ratings.

### Do ScanPro or QR Code have ads?

ScanPro shows ads; QR Code does not.

### Which is updated more often, ScanPro or QR Code?

ScanPro ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Code every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScanPro was updated on October 1, 2026 and QR Code on September 23, 2026.

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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.*