Comparison

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner vs QR Code Scanner & Reader .

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 Scanner & Reader .

Instantly scan and create QR codes and barcodes. Browse products, deals, and coupons with barcode scanning. Manage your scan history and share results easily. Offers a free trial for premium features.

Highlights
  • Scan and create QR codes
  • Scan barcodes for products and deals
  • Custom QR code creation
  • Scan history management
  • Share scan results
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
Features
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QR Scanner – The easiest way to scan any code. Features: - Scan and create QR codes instantly - Scan barcodes to browse products, deals, and coupons - Create your own custom QR codes - View and manage your scan history - Share results via email or your favorite messaging apps - Use Siri Shortcuts to scan even faster Start a Free Trial to Access All Premium Features - Subscribe for unlimited access to all premium features - Your account will be automatically charged for the subscription within 24 hours before the end of the free trial period - You can cancel auto-renewal at any time, provided the cancellation occurs at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Support: tinfineapp@outlook.com Privacy Policy: https://decisive-store-bd5.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-a0108e1c0aac44fa98f7cb9664956316 Terms of Use: https://decisive-store-bd5.notion.site/Terms-Conditions-87de726717db44d2bdcd2dbabb588f56

Screenshots

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner4 screens
QR Code Scanner & Reader .4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Scanner & Reader . at none against Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner's shown. QR Code Scanner & Reader . also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and device support (4 vs 2). Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Scanner & Reader . sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Scanner & Reader . holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. 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 Scanner & Reader . every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner versus QR Code Scanner & Reader .: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafe QR Code & Barcode ScannerQR Code Scanner & Reader .
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYen Nguyen Thi Hai裕涛 兰

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 Scanner & Reader .

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
2 purchases

QR Code Scanner & Reader .

Subscriptions2
  • QR Scanner 1 Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • QR Scanner 1 Year3 Days trial$49.991 Year

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 Scanner & Reader . free?
QR Code Scanner & Reader . is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR Code Scanner & Reader .?
QR Code Scanner & Reader . is rated higher. Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while QR Code Scanner & Reader . averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR Code Scanner & Reader . have ads?
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner shows ads; QR Code Scanner & Reader . does not.
Which is updated more often, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR Code Scanner & Reader .?
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Code Scanner & Reader . every 2 months. Most recently, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner was updated on October 24, 2026 and QR Code Scanner & Reader . on October 24, 2026.

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