Comparison

QR Code Reader · vs iQR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader ·

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
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The best app to scan QR Code and Barcode! More than 15 types supported : QR Code, Barcode, Datamatrix, Code128, Code39, EAN-8, EAN-13, Google Auth With powerful features : - Products & food detailed informations - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history - Folders to stay organized - Batch Scan - CSV Export SUBSCRIPTIONS - You can subscribe for PRO account with unlimited scans, products infos and no ads - Subscription options are: 1-month with 3-day trial, 3-month, 1-year - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original "one month", "one quarter", "one year" package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below https://sites.google.com/view/qrcodeios/home

About

iQR

Easily scan QR codes with a fast and intuitive interface. Customize and generate various types of QR codes, including those for email, SMS, contacts, and Wi-Fi. Share or save your created codes effortlessly.

Highlights
  • Fast QR code scanning
  • Customizable QR code creation
  • Generate codes for various data types
  • User-friendly interface
  • Share and save QR codes
Features
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Key Features: 1 - Effortless QR Code Scanning: Say goodbye to the hassle of searching for the right app to scan QR codes. Our QR Code Scanner is lightning-fast and incredibly easy to use. Simply point your device's camera at the QR code, and our app will instantly decode it, providing you with the information you need. 2 - Create Your Unique QR Codes: Stand out from the crowd by customizing your QR codes. Our app offers a special feature that allows you to design QR codes with your own style and personality. Whether you want to add colors, logos, or other elements, the power to create a distinctive code is in your hands. 3 - Generate Any Type of Code: Need to share your email address, send an SMS, share contact information, or connect to Wi-Fi? Our QR Code Generator can create codes for various data types. Simply select the type of code you want to generate, input the necessary information, and our app will create a QR code that can be easily shared with others. 4 - User-Friendly Interface: Our app's intuitive and user-friendly interface ensures that anyone, regardless of their tech-savviness, can use it effortlessly. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, you'll find our app a breeze to navigate. 5- Share and Save: Share the QR codes you create with ease or save them for future use. Our app makes it simple to share codes via email, messaging apps, or by saving them to your device. Auto Renewing Subscriptions: For auto renewing subscriptions completed in our iOS Apps following terms apply: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. You can cancel a free trial or subscription anytime by turning off auto-renewal through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. Privacy Policy :https://sites.google.com/view/thanhhvoplc/ Term Of Use : https://sites.google.com/view/thanhhvotou/home

Screenshots

QR Code Reader ·4 screens
iQR3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader · at 4.7 against iQR's 4.2. QR Code Reader · also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (670K vs 6). iQR'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.

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. QR Code Reader · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and iQR sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $21.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, iQR every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
QR Code Reader · versus iQR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader ·iQR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (670K ratings) — better4.2 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews49.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings670K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#106 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.414.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApp Lock LLCThanh H Vo

Customer experience

QR Code Reader ·

All ratings670,158 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral4.1%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews1,796 reviews
Positive49.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative47.8%

iQR

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader ·

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent scanning results
  • Subscription charges even after app deletion

Requested features

2 requests
  • More manual control over scanning
  • Clearer subscription and pricing information

iQR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

QR Code Reader ·

Subscriptions10
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Pro Version for 1 month3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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  • Pro version3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • Pro Version for 1 month3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Premium3 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Pro Version 3 months$14.993 Months
  • Pro Version 1 year3 Days trial$29.991 Year
1 purchases

iQR

Subscriptions1
  • QR Code Reader PRO3 Days trial$21.991 Month

Questions

Is QR Code Reader · free?
QR Code Reader · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iQR free?
iQR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader · or iQR?
QR Code Reader · is rated higher. QR Code Reader · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 670K ratings, while iQR averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader · or iQR have ads?
QR Code Reader · shows ads; iQR does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader · or iQR?
QR Code Reader · ships an update every 3 weeks, and iQR every 6 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader · was updated on November 1, 2026 and iQR on October 24, 2026.

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