# QR Code Reader · vs QR Code Reader

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader at none against QR Code Reader ·'s shown. QR Code Reader also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). QR Code Reader ·'s advantage is ratings volume (670K vs 91) and chart position (#96 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for QR Code Reader · against 4.7 for QR Code Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 91, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of QR Code Reader ·'s written reviews are positive against 78% of QR Code Reader's.

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Code Reader every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | QR Code Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews) | [4.7 (91 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-scanner/id1478137150/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 91 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **77.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#96** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [Astrum Computing](https://appshunter.io/developer/1210150247) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119)

**Currently charting:** #96 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan various QR codes and barcodes to access detailed product information, data cards, and scan history. Organize your scans with folders and export data to CSV. Offers unlimited scans and ad-free experience with a PRO subscription.

**Highlights:** Scan 15+ code types, Product & food details, QR code data cards, Scan history, Organize with folders, Batch scan, CSV export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Version for 1 month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Version 3 months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Version 1 year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy scanning
- ✨ Useful for various purposes
- 👍 Works as described

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Struggles with certain barcodes
- 💰 Deceptive subscription practices
- 📢 Too many ads and pop-ups
- 🤔 Unclear cancellation process

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent scanning results
- Subscription charges even after app deletion

**Requested features**

- More manual control over scanning
- Clearer subscription and pricing information


### QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-scanner/id1478137150)

Easily scan and create QR codes and barcodes with this versatile utility app. It supports numerous code formats, offers a history of scans, and can even scan from your photo gallery. Use the flashlight for dark environments and find product information online directly from the scan.

**Highlights:** Scan all QR and barcode formats, Save scan history, Scan from gallery, Flashlight support for dark scans, Search web for scanned products, Copy and share scan data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Professional version | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Professional Version | $1.99 | per month |
| Professional version | $1.99 | per month |
| QR Code Scanner Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Professional version | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Professional version | $19.99 | per year |
| Professional version | $19.99 | per year |
| Professional version | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

QR Code Reader · 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, QR Code Reader · or QR Code Reader?

QR Code Reader · and QR Code Reader are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 670K and 91 ratings respectively.

### Do QR Code Reader · or QR Code Reader have ads?

QR Code Reader · shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.

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

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Code Reader every 8 days. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on September 26, 2026 and QR Code Reader on September 17, 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.*