Comparison

Barcode Generator vs QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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Barcode Generator makes barcode labels, prints them, and reads barcodes with your camera. Everything stays on your device. CREATE • 20 barcode types: Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Code 11, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ISBN, Interleaved 2 of 5, Standard 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI Plessey, Pharmacode, POSTNET, Australia Post 4-State, QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec. • The preview updates as you type. Check digits are added for you, and a value that cannot be encoded says why. • Serial numbers: step the number up or down (SN-0099 to SN-0100), or go to the next number automatically after each print. • Give a label a name, such as "Front door" or "Shelf A3", so it is easy to find later. PRINT • AirPrint to any printer, including roll-fed label printers, which use only as much paper as the sticker needs. • Print sheets: choose saved barcodes, set how many copies of each, pick 1 to 4 columns on A4 or US Letter, add dashed cutting guides, and preview every page before printing. • Label colour with adjustable opacity. A contrast check warns you if a colour would make bars hard to scan. SCAN • Scan with the camera, with a torch for dim places, or read a barcode from a photo. • Reads QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Interleaved 2 of 5 and Codabar. • Open links, copy the value, or turn any scan into a printable label. ORGANISE • Every saved and scanned code in one searchable list. • Export the whole list, or just the codes you select, to an Excel workbook with a picture of each barcode, its name, value and type. • Share any barcode as an image. MAKE IT YOURS • Three themes, Indigo, Ocean and Graphite, each in light and dark. • Works on iPhone and iPad. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, no ads, no tracking. The app collects no data and sends nothing anywhere. Your barcodes are stored only on your device.

About

QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

This app quickly scans and reads all types of QR codes and barcodes. It also functions as a QR code generator for various data types and allows for price comparison of product barcodes. No internet connection is needed for scanning.

Highlights
  • Fastest QR code and barcode scanning
  • QR code and barcode generator
  • Supports all QR and barcode formats
  • Scan history saved
  • No internet connection required
  • Add codes to favorites
Features
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The fastest QR code reader and Barcode scanner. QR & Barcode Scanner app is the fastest QR code scanner / bar code scanner out there. QR & Barcode Scanner is an essential QR reader for every iOS devices. QR & Barcode Scanner can scan and read all QR codes / barcode types including text, url, ISBN, product, contact, calendar, email, location, Wi-Fi and many more formats. After scan and automatic decoding user is provided with only the relevant options for individual QR or Barcode type and can take appropriate action. QR code scanner, barcode scanner app is also QR code generator in your pocket. Using QR generator is extremely easy to use, simply enter the data you wish on QR code and click to generate QR codes. With barcode reader app you can also scan product barcodes. Scan with bar code reader in shops and compare prices with online prices to save money. QR & Barcode Scanner app is the only free QR code reader / barcode scanner you will ever need. List of Amazing Features of QR & Barcode Scanner app: 1. Fastest QR code & Barcode scan 2. Add QR code & Barcode to Favourite 3. Code Generator: - generate code for Website, Wi-Fi, Events, Contacts, Telephone, etc... - generate code for Social network like: Twitter, Facebook, Telegram, etc... - generate Barcode and 2D codes: PDF 147, EAN 8, Code 39, IFT, UPC A, etc... 4. Support all QR & barcode formats 5. All scan history will be saved 6. No internet connection required The simplest QR reader for free. It can scan QR code automatically and create your own QR codes. Download the QR reader app now. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below https://sites.google.com/view/btb-ios-group/ ToS: https://sites.google.com/view/btb-ios-group-tos/

Screenshots

Barcode Generator4 screens
QR Code & Barcode Reader ©4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code & Barcode Reader © at 80% against Barcode Generator's 24%. QR Code & Barcode Reader © also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 58 months). Barcode Generator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9). On price, ads, 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. QR Code & Barcode Reader © sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Barcode Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code & Barcode Reader © holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code & Barcode Reader © has 241 ratings behind it against 37, 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 80% of QR Code & Barcode Reader ©'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Generator ships an update every 58 months, QR Code & Barcode Reader © every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Barcode Generator versus QR Code & Barcode Reader ©: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode GeneratorQR Code & Barcode Reader ©
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (37 ratings)4.7 (241 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.5% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings37241 — better
Update frequencyEvery 58 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.4 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerhirenkumar patelBTB Tech, Inc

Customer experience

Barcode Generator

All ratings36 ratings
Positive36.1%
Neutral19.4%
Negative44.4%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive23.5%
Neutral17.6%
Negative58.8%

QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

All ratings241 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Barcode Generator

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly (Big Sale)3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • QR Scanner Weekly 30% Off3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • QR Scanner Premium Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Yearly (Big Sale)3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • QR Scanner Yearly 30% Off3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • QR Scanner Premium Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premium Membership$0.69
  • Premium Membership (Big Sale)$29.99
  • QR Scanner Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Barcode Generator free?
Barcode Generator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QR Code & Barcode Reader © free?
QR Code & Barcode Reader © is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode Generator or QR Code & Barcode Reader ©?
QR Code & Barcode Reader © is rated higher. Barcode Generator averages 2.8 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while QR Code & Barcode Reader © averages 4.7 from 241 ratings.
Do Barcode Generator or QR Code & Barcode Reader © have ads?
Neither Barcode Generator nor QR Code & Barcode Reader © shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Generator or QR Code & Barcode Reader ©?
Barcode Generator ships an update every 58 months, and QR Code & Barcode Reader © every 2 months. Most recently, Barcode Generator was updated on October 29, 2026 and QR Code & Barcode Reader © on October 30, 2026.

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