QR Code Reader vs QR Code & Barcode
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Code Reader
This utility app quickly scans QR codes to open URLs, emails, phone numbers, or copy text. It features a simple interface with no extra functions and includes an LED light option for scanning in low light.
- Scan QR codes
- Open URLs in browser
- Open emails in mail app
- Initiate phone calls
- Copy scanned text
- Use LED light for scanning
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It is the simplest QR code reader. We have omitted any unnecessary functions. - Open URL in browser application. - Open the email in the mail application. - Open the phone number with the call application. - Copy the text. - LED light can be used.
QR Code & Barcode
Easily scan, generate, and customize QR codes and barcodes. This app offers instant decoding, a history of your scans, and the ability to create personalized codes with logos and colors. Enjoy an ad-free experience with a premium subscription.
- Instant QR code and barcode scanning
- Generate custom QR codes
- Personalize QR codes with designs and logos
- Save and manage QR code history
- Import QR codes from photos
- Ad-free premium experience
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Point your camera at any QR code or product barcode and it's read instantly. Make your own codes for Wi-Fi, contacts and links, and find every code again later. One clean app for all of it. Codes are read right on your iPhone, not in the cloud. Available in 28 languages. SCAN ANYTHING • QR codes for links, Wi-Fi, contacts, email, SMS, WhatsApp and locations • Product barcodes (EAN and UPC) • Scan a photo or screenshot straight from your library • Torch and zoom for dark or distant codes ONE TAP TO ACT Open the link, join the Wi-Fi, save the contact, call, message, email, or open the place in Maps. No copying and pasting. KNOW WHAT'S IN YOUR FOOD Scan a grocery barcode to see the product, its Nutri-Score and NOVA group, nutrition facts, ingredients and allergens. Free, for any product in the Open Food Facts database. CREATE AND STYLE YOUR OWN • Codes for links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, email, SMS, WhatsApp and locations • Share your Wi-Fi so guests join without typing the password • Choose colors and add a logo. The designer warns you if a style gets hard to scan • Save to Photos, share, or show a code full screen at full brightness A HISTORY THAT STAYS TIDY Every code you scan or create is kept, and your favorites can be pinned to the top. PREMIUM Upgrade for: • Multi-scan: collect many codes in one go • Your own logo on your QR codes • Restyling of any code you scan • History search, filters and sorting • No ads Premium is an auto-renewing weekly subscription that starts with a 3-day free trial for new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when the trial ends. The subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it anytime in your App Store account settings. Any unused part of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://qr3.kruso.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://qr3.kruso.app/privacy Questions or ideas: info@kruso.me
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Code Reader at none against QR Code & Barcode's 3. QR Code Reader also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). QR Code & Barcode's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 77 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. QR Code & Barcode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.49 per 7 days. QR Code Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR Code Reader ships an update every 77 months, QR Code & Barcode every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Reader | QR Code & Barcode |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 39.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 77 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hayato Shimizu | Kuan Siang Ang |
Customer experience
QR Code Reader
QR Code & Barcode
In-app purchases
QR Code Reader
No in-app purchases
QR Code & Barcode
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$8.497 Days
- Weekly Subscription 20233 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Monthly Subscriptions3 Days trial$23.991 Month
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