# QR Code Reader · vs QR Code

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader · at 4.7 against QR Code's 4.2. QR Code Reader · also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (670K vs 6). QR Code's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Code every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | QR Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-and-scanner/id1530278183/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#101** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [Hitesh Gupta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530278185) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

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

**Currently charting:** #101 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-and-scanner/id1530278183)

Easily scan and create various QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera or gallery. Save, manage, and share your codes instantly. Supports batch scanning and low-light conditions.

**Highlights:** Scan all QR code and barcode types, Create custom QR codes for text, URLs, contacts, and more, Scan from camera, gallery, or media library, Batch scanning support, Flashlight for low-light scanning, Save, manage, and share codes, Export/import scans via CSV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Purchase | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Code free?

QR Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader · or QR Code?

QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while QR Code averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.

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

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

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

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Code every 6 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on September 28, 2026 and QR Code on June 4, 2026.

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