Barcode Generator vs QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barcode Generator
Easily create and scan various barcode formats, including QR codes. Customize labels with background colors and print multiple pages. Store scanned barcode data directly on your device.
- Generates multiple barcode types (Code 128, QR, EAN-13, etc.)
- Scans existing barcodes and stores data
- Creates printable labels
- Supports multi-page printing
- Customizable label background colors
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Barcode Generator is scanner and generator. It supports Code 128 Barcode, Code 39 Barcode, EAN-8 Barcode, EAN-13, QR Code, Code 11 Barcode, Code 93 Barcode, Pharmacode One track, EAN 8 Code, POSTNET Code etc. - Creates Label - Prints multipal pages - Can be scanned any barcode and get data easily and stored in the device. - Customise and set background colour of choice for label.
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.
- 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
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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/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at 79% against Barcode Generator's 24%. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.8) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 12 months). Barcode Generator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.2 vs 13.0). On price 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 Reader, Barcode Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Barcode Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Barcode Generator's written reviews are positive against 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's.
Barcode Generator ships an update every 12 months, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barcode Generator | QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (36 ratings) | 4.4 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 23.5% of reviews | 79.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 36 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | — | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.2 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 91 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | hirenkumar patel | Protection & Security App LLC |
Customer experience
Barcode Generator
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
Bugs and requests
Barcode Generator
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
Barcode Generator
No in-app purchases
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
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