Comparison

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner vs QR code reader and generator+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes to provide product information, compare prices, and access web links. It also functions as a QR code generator for various data types. Save money by scanning coupons and comparing in-store prices with online options.

Highlights
  • Scan all QR code types
  • Scan product barcodes
  • Compare prices
  • Generate QR codes
  • Save scan history
  • Share scanned codes
Features
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Scan QR codes and barcodes in a second, then get the answer: open the link safely, save the contact, or check a product for your allergens. No account, no sign-up. Codes are read right on your device. OPEN LINKS SAFELY Every link gets an on-device safety check before you open it. It warns about common scam patterns such as lookalike domains, brand impersonation, raw IP addresses, insecure login pages, hidden script links and URL shorteners. KNOW WHAT'S IN YOUR FOOD • Nutri-Score, NOVA processing level and Green Score • Nutrition facts and additives with risk notes • Pick your allergens from the 14 major EU allergens (covers the US Big 9) and get alerts • Food recall check for the US (FDA) and France (RappelConso), with optional alerts Food data comes from Open Food Facts and is shown where the product is listed. Always check the label: allergen and recall info depends on available data. SCAN ANY CODE • QR, Micro QR, Data Matrix, Aztec and PDF417 • 1D barcodes: UPC, EAN, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, ITF, Codabar and GS1 DataBar • Scan with the camera, from a photo or file, or paste an image • Flashlight and zoom for dark or tiny codes THE RIGHT ACTION FOR EVERY CODE Websites, contacts (vCard and MeCard), calendar events, email, SMS, phone numbers, map locations and app links each get the right one-tap action. Wi-Fi codes show the network name and password, ready to copy. CREATE QR CODES IN YOUR STYLE • QR codes for links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, email, SMS, phone, events and locations • 12 templates, custom colors, eye and dot shapes • Add your logo or a "Scan me" caption • Export high-resolution PNG up to 4096 px • Also creates Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417 and barcodes such as EAN, UPC and Code 128 FIND ANY SCAN FAST Search and filter your history by type. Your scans also show up in Spotlight. FASTER EVERY DAY • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Scan from Control Center or the Action Button (iOS 18 and later) • Siri and Shortcuts: make a Wi-Fi code, get your last scan and more • Visual Intelligence support (iOS 26 and later) • Scan Assistant: ask about your scans in plain English, powered by on-device Apple Intelligence (supported devices, iOS 26 and later) Works on iPhone and iPad. Product lookups send only the barcode number. FREE AND PREMIUM The free version includes ads and usage limits. Premium removes ads and lifts the limits on scans, created codes and Scan Assistant messages. Choose weekly, yearly or a one-time lifetime purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://black-knight-studio.web.app/term/ Privacy Policy: https://black-knight-studio.web.app/policy/ Support: ndchi27@gmail.com

About

QR code reader and generator+

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes with this versatile tool. Generate custom QR codes for various purposes, including websites, contacts, and locations, with options to add your brand logo. It also supports numerous barcode formats for product identification.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate QR codes for URLs, text, contacts, email, SMS, and location
  • Create custom QR codes with brand logos
  • Generate various barcode formats (Aztec, EAN, UPC, Code 39, etc.)
  • View scan history
  • Save and share generated codes
Features
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QR code reader and barcode scanner that can scan QR code or scan barcodes quickly and accuratly. This QR Code Reader and Barcode Scanner application is definitely what you need! Features of QR code: - Create QR code with Brand logo - Generate QR Code for Website URL & text - Create QR Code Contacts or Phone - Make a QR code for Email and SMS - Generate QR code for Location and Map. - Scan existing QR codes,  - History of all the QR code and Barcode - Save and Share the generated QR Code as Features of Bar code: - Generate barcode for your product or service with Aztec, EAN 13, EAN 8, UPC E, UPC A, Code 128, Code 93, Code 39, and Codabar. - First app in AppStore having so many options to generate your require barcode for your business. Support All QR Code Types You can generate QR codes for Websites, Phone, Texts,SMS, Location, URL and Email. Send feedback if you need something else. Private scanner with camera to scan any QR code or Barcode.

Screenshots

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner4 screens
QR code reader and generator+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner at 4.7 against QR code reader and generator+'s 3.9. Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). QR code reader and generator+'s advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QR code reader and generator+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 8 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, QR code reader and generator+ every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner versus QR code reader and generator+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafe QR Code & Barcode ScannerQR code reader and generator+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better3.9 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYen Nguyen Thi HaiCharmi Kachara

Customer experience

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

QR code reader and generator+

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly PREMIUM Scanner$3.997 Days
  • Yearly PREMIUM Scanner$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime PREMIUM Scanner$29.99
1 purchases

QR code reader and generator+

One-time1
  • Premium QR barcode code reader$5.99

Questions

Is Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner free?
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR code reader and generator+ free?
QR code reader and generator+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR code reader and generator+?
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner is rated higher. Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while QR code reader and generator+ averages 3.9 from 8 ratings.
Do Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR code reader and generator+ have ads?
Both Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner and QR code reader and generator+ show ads.
Which is updated more often, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR code reader and generator+?
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR code reader and generator+ every 6 months. Most recently, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner was updated on October 24, 2026 and QR code reader and generator+ on October 24, 2026.

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