Comparison

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner vs QR Scanner * QR Generator App

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 Scanner * QR Generator App

Easily scan and generate QR codes for various purposes, including websites, Wi-Fi, and contacts. Save and share your codes with a clean, intuitive interface. No internet connection is needed for core functions.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code scanning
  • Custom QR code generation
  • Scan history management
  • Easy code sharing
  • Offline functionality
  • Secure and private
Features
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Description QR Scanner * QR Generator App is the all-in-one solution to scan, generate, and manage your QR codes quickly and easily. Whether you're scanning QR codes for websites, Wi-Fi, contacts, or creating your own codes, our app delivers a seamless experience with a clean and intuitive interface. Key Features Fast QR Code Scanner Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera. Supports all major formats. QR Code Generator Create custom QR codes for URLs, text, email, phone numbers, Wi-Fi, and more. Scan History Automatically save your scanned codes for future access and sharing. Easy Sharing Share your generated or scanned codes via email, social apps, or save them to your gallery. Secure & Private Your data is kept private. No internet connection is required to scan or generate codes. Legal Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/lilyterms Privacy Policy: https://lilylabsapp.github.io/lilylabs

Screenshots

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner4 screens
QR Scanner * QR Generator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Scanner * QR Generator App at 5.0 against Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner's 4.7. QR Scanner * QR Generator App also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (13 vs 2). On price, ads, 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 Scanner * QR Generator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Scanner * QR Generator App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Scanner * QR Generator App every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner versus QR Scanner * QR Generator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafe QR Code & Barcode ScannerQR Scanner * QR Generator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (13 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYen Nguyen Thi HaiNguyen Thi My

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 Scanner * QR Generator App

All ratings1 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
3 purchases

QR Scanner * QR Generator App

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 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 Scanner * QR Generator App free?
QR Scanner * QR Generator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR Scanner * QR Generator App?
QR Scanner * QR Generator App is rated higher. Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while QR Scanner * QR Generator App averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR Scanner * QR Generator App have ads?
Both Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner and QR Scanner * QR Generator App show ads.
Which is updated more often, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner or QR Scanner * QR Generator App?
Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Scanner * QR Generator App every 2 months. Most recently, Safe QR Code & Barcode Scanner was updated on November 6, 2026 and QR Scanner * QR Generator App on November 5, 2026.

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