Comparison

QR Reader Ξ vs QR Code 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

Easily scan and create QR codes and barcodes for various purposes, including events, Wi-Fi, contacts, and web links. Save and export your codes in different formats for backup and sharing.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Save scanned codes locally
  • Export codes to CSV/text
  • Import saved codes
  • Create codes from address book
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode in a second, and create QR codes that look like you: colors, logo, frame and 47 content types. No ads, no account. SCAN IN A SECOND • QR codes and every barcode format: EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec… • With the camera, from an image in your photo library or by typing an EAN code • Multi-scan: scan several codes in a row, without duplicates • TikTok, Spotify, Wi-Fi, contact, SEPA transfer links and many more are recognized and open with the right action QR CODES WITH YOUR OWN STYLE • Solid colors or gradients, dot and corner shapes • Your logo in the center, a frame with text and the font of your choice • Ready-made styles in each brand's colors, plus your own saved styles • A scan test checks that your QR code stays readable before you share it • Export as high resolution PNG (up to 4096 px), SVG and print-ready PDF 47 CONTENT TYPES • Website, Wi-Fi, contact, event, SMS, email, phone, location • Social: Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, BeReal, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram… • Payments and reviews: SEPA transfer, PayPal, Google reviews • Music and meetings: Spotify, Zoom, Teams, Google Maps, app links… PRODUCT DETAILS • Scan a food product to see its Nutri-Score, NOVA group, additives and ingredients (Open Food Facts data) HISTORY AND FAVORITES • All your scans and creations, with search, filters and grouping by day • Export and import your history as CSV YOUR DATA STAYS WITH YOU Your history is stored only on your device. No ads, no tracking, no account to create. Dark mode included. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION The app is free to download and open. Viewing scan results and creating QR codes require a Premium subscription, yearly or weekly, with a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at the end of the trial. The subscription renews automatically unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://glilab.io/attestation_policies_v2.html#en-terms Privacy Policy: https://glilab.io/attestation_policies_v2.html#en-privacy

Screenshots

QR Reader Ξ3 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader at 5.0 against QR Reader Ξ's 4.5. QR Code Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). QR Reader Ξ's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader Ξ has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of QR Reader Ξ's written reviews are positive against 100% of QR Code Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader Ξ ships an update every 2 months, QR Code Reader every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Reader Ξ versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader ΞQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEXTEPIO SASJeremy Roustang

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

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

QR Reader Ξ

No in-app purchases

None

QR Code Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Reader Ξ free?
QR Reader Ξ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader Ξ or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. QR Reader Ξ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do QR Reader Ξ or QR Code Reader have ads?
QR Reader Ξ shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader Ξ or QR Code Reader?
QR Reader Ξ ships an update every 2 months, and QR Code Reader every 9 days. Most recently, QR Reader Ξ was updated on October 24, 2026 and QR Code Reader on October 24, 2026.

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