# QR Code Reader · vs QR Reader for mobile

The clearest difference is ads: QR Reader for mobile at none against QR Code Reader ·'s shown. QR Reader for mobile also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 50%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). QR Code Reader ·'s advantage is ratings volume (670K vs 9.8K) and chart position (#108 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 Reader for mobile sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 4.6 for QR Reader for mobile. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader · has 670K ratings behind it against 9.8K, 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 71% of QR Reader for mobile's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader · | QR Reader for mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (670K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1200318119/reviews)** | [4.6 (9.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-for-mobile/id1631503426/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **670K** | 9.8K |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **71.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#108** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [BL Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629875703) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ·

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

**Currently charting:** #108 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 Reader for mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-reader-for-mobile/id1631503426)

Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes to access information, browse products, and find coupons. Create your own codes and share them easily. Offers advanced features like PIN lock and Siri Shortcuts for enhanced usability.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Create QR codes and barcodes, Supports 25 scanning formats, Share codes via email and social media, PIN Lock security, Siri Shortcuts integration

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR Reader Pro for 1 week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Reader Pro for 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| QR Reader Pro for iPhone | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 High-quality product
- 🚀 Prompt delivery
- 😊 Excellent customer service
- 🤝 Great exchange experience
- 🍔 Delicious food

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 💰 Expensive
- 🐛 Functionality issues
- 📥 Unauthorized charges

**Reported bugs**

- Scanning issues
- Compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Free version option
- Improved cancellation process
- More product information


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader · free?

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

### Is QR Reader for mobile free?

QR Reader for mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while QR Reader for mobile averages 4.6 from 9.8K ratings.

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

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

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

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Reader for mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on October 3, 2026 and QR Reader for mobile on October 3, 2026.

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