# QR Code Reader · vs QRCode Reader

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QRCode Reader at none against QR Code Reader ·'s 14. QRCode Reader also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.4). QR Code Reader ·'s advantage is ratings volume (670K vs 12) and chart position (#116 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. QRCode Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for QR Code Reader · against 4.7 for QRCode Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | QRCode Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** | [4.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrcode-reader-barcode-scanner/id1547006294/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#116** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [AppsIndie Software Development Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547006296) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

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

**Currently charting:** #116 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


### QRCode Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrcode-reader-barcode-scanner/id1547006294)

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to retrieve URLs, connect to Wi-Fi, and access product information. Share scanned content, save codes for later, and customize your scanning experience with various themes and settings.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Retrieve URLs and Wi-Fi credentials, Scan product codes (UPC, ISBN), Save scanned codes, Share scanned content, Customizable themes and settings

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

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

### Is QRCode Reader free?

QRCode Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while QRCode Reader averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.

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

Both QR Code Reader · and QRCode Reader show ads.

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

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and QRCode Reader every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on September 29, 2026 and QRCode Reader on June 11, 2026.

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