Comparison

QR Reader Ξ vs QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader Ξ

Easily scan various types of codes, including QR codes and barcodes, with this efficient utility. It also allows you to generate your own QR codes and provides a widget for quick access.

Highlights
  • Scan QR Codes
  • Scan Barcodes
  • Generate QR codes
  • App widget for quick launch
  • Supports over 12 barcode types
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QR Code is the app that let you scan different kind of codes like QR Code, barcode and more. This app support more than 12 types of barcodes. You can : - Scan QR Codes, Barcodes easily. - Generate your own qr codes. - Add app WIDGET to launch the reader in few seconds. "Simple, fast and efficient, this app is the all-in-one scanner"

About

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access product information, documents, and more. Create custom QR codes for various platforms and data types, with options for personalization.

Highlights
  • Scan product QR codes for detailed information
  • Scan and rename documents
  • Create standard QR codes (contacts, locations, notes, messages)
  • Create special QR codes (social media, PayPal, App Store)
  • Customize QR codes with colors and logos
  • Scan barcodes
Features
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A must-have app in your iPhone or iPad! now!! The Ideal app for scanning QR Codes and Barcodes! These app includes amazing Features : - Scan QR of Products & Detailed Food Information. - Scan Documents. - Rename Scanned Documents. - Create your own QR: choose between Standard or Special QR Codes. - Standard Codes for: Contacts, Locations, Notes and Messages. - Special Codes for: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube, Skype, Paypal and App Store. - Customize your QR Codes with Colors, Gifs and Social Media logos. Terms of use: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy and policy: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

QR Reader Ξ3 screens
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Reader Ξ at none against QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's 1. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 10). On price, rating, review sentiment 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, Barcode Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. QR Reader Ξ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for QR Reader Ξ against 4.4 for QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of QR Reader Ξ's written reviews are positive against 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader Ξ ships an update every 2 months, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Reader Ξ versus QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader ΞQR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (10 ratings) — better4.4 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better79.4% of reviews
Number of ratings101.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEXTEPIO SASProtection & Security App LLC

Customer experience

QR Reader Ξ

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral4.2%
Negative12.5%

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

All ratings1,111 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative11.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Reader Ξ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Camera focus issues
  • Crashes or freezes on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More customization options
  • Ability to upload own images
  • Improved scanning accuracy

In-app purchases

None

QR Reader Ξ

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is QR Reader Ξ free?
QR Reader Ξ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader Ξ or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader?
QR Reader Ξ is rated higher. QR Reader Ξ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 from 1.1K ratings.
Do QR Reader Ξ or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader have ads?
QR Reader Ξ shows ads; QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader Ξ or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader?
QR Reader Ξ ships an update every 2 months, and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. Most recently, QR Reader Ξ was updated on September 24, 2026 and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader on September 24, 2026.

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