# QuiQR vs QR Code Reader ⋆

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader ⋆ at 5.0 against QuiQR's 4.2. QuiQR's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuiQR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and QR Code Reader ⋆ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader ⋆ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuiQR has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QuiQR ships an update every 3 months, QR Code Reader ⋆ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuiQR | QR Code Reader ⋆ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quiqr/id1189785715/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id6444616314/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 14.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Barna Bitai-Balyko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1160978000) | [iGeniusDev Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/664580924) |

## What reviewers say

### QuiQR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quiqr/id1189785715)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes with your device. Generate custom QR codes with various color options and save them to your photo library. Supports scanning from images and direct creation from other apps.

**Highlights:** QR code reading, Barcode reading, Scan from photo library, Create QR codes, Multiple color options, Save to photo library, History log

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ads | $0.99 | per month |
| No ads | $9.99 | per year |


### QR Code Reader ⋆

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id6444616314)

Easily scan and generate QR codes with this versatile app. Decode information, access websites, create custom codes with design options, and manage your scan history. Simplify digital interactions by quickly sharing contact details, Wi-Fi credentials, and URLs.

**Highlights:** Quick QR code scanning, QR code creation, Design customization, Scan history, Scan and open URLs, Scan and connect Wi-Fi

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR  Code Reader - Scanner | $2.99 | per month |
| QR Code Scanner & QR Creator | $24.99 | per year |
| QR Code Reader Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuiQR free?

QuiQR 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, QuiQR or QR Code Reader ⋆?

QR Code Reader ⋆ is rated higher. QuiQR averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while QR Code Reader ⋆ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do QuiQR or QR Code Reader ⋆ have ads?

Both QuiQR and QR Code Reader ⋆ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, QuiQR or QR Code Reader ⋆?

QuiQR ships an update every 3 months, and QR Code Reader ⋆ every 2 months. Most recently, QuiQR was updated on October 11, 2026 and QR Code Reader ⋆ on October 2, 2026.

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