# Code Reader vs QRFi

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QRFi at 100% against Code Reader's 64%. QRFi also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Code Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Reader sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and QRFi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Reader has 243 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Code Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of QRFi's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Code Reader ships an update every 6 weeks, QRFi fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Reader | QRFi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (243 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-reader-qr-scanner/id1225393668/reviews)** | [4.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrfi-wifi-qr-code-generator/id1535761355/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **243** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 64.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel ILLESCAS ROMERO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225393667) | [James Tapping](https://appshunter.io/developer/1535761747) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-reader-qr-scanner/id1225393668)

Easily scan, generate, and share QR codes and barcodes. Quickly read various code types, including links, contacts, and product information. Generate new codes from text, emails, or Wi-Fi details, and utilize convenient extensions for seamless integration.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Generate QR codes and barcodes, Read codes from images via extension, Generate codes from text, email, Wi-Fi, Save and share scanned/generated codes, Automatic web page opening for product barcodes, Scanner preview with zoom and stabilization

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Code Reader Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Code Reader Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Donation 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donation 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Code Reader Pro Lifetime | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donation 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donation 10 | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works fast
- 🆓 Free to use
- 💡 Auto-copies to clipboard
- ✅ Scans QR codes effectively

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work for some users
- 🚫 Camera focus issues on Mac
- ❌ Unable to save codes
- 🤷 No instructions provided
- ⚠️ Scams reported

**Reported bugs**

- App not working after MacOS update
- Cannot get permissions to save
- QR codes not readable by Mac camera
- App crashes QREncoder
- Sequence of letters then stops

**Requested features**

- Add date & time to QR history
- Option to select camera
- Ability to save QR codes
- Support for SVG files
- Add logos to QR codes


### QRFi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrfi-wifi-qr-code-generator/id1535761355)

Easily share your WiFi network details with a custom-designed QR code. Personalize the appearance with various shapes, colors, and icons. The Pro version offers enhanced security and sharing options.

**Highlights:** Customizable QR code styles (square, circle, diamond), Color selection for QR codes, Dynamic design changes, Resizeable QR codes with WiFi icons, Face ID/Touch ID locking (Pro), Save multiple designs and credentials, Home screen widget support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QRFi - Unlock Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Reader free?

Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QRFi free?

QRFi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Code Reader or QRFi?

Code Reader is rated higher. Code Reader averages 4.6 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while QRFi averages 4.2 from 10 ratings.

### Do Code Reader or QRFi have ads?

QRFi shows ads; Code Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, Code Reader or QRFi?

Code Reader ships an update every 6 weeks, and QRFi fortnightly. Most recently, Code Reader was updated on September 29, 2026 and QRFi on September 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*