# Code Reader vs QR Code and Barcode

The clearest difference is rating: Code Reader at 4.6 against QR Code and Barcode's 4.4. Code Reader also leads on ratings volume (243 vs 21) and review sentiment (64% vs 54%). QR Code and Barcode's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, 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 QR Code and Barcode sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Reader has 243 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Code Reader's written reviews are positive against 54% of QR Code and Barcode's.

Code Reader ships an update every 6 weeks, QR Code and Barcode every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Reader | QR Code and Barcode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (243 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-reader-qr-scanner/id1225393668/reviews)** | [4.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-and-barcode-scanner/id1574087047/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **243** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | **64.0% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel ILLESCAS ROMERO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225393667) | [Maxim Kazakov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1290266003) |

## 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


### QR Code and Barcode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-and-barcode-scanner/id1574087047)

Instantly scan and generate QR codes and barcodes. This tool allows for batch scanning, custom code creation with various data types, and efficient management of your scan history. Easily add codes to your digital wallet and customize their appearance.

**Highlights:** Instant QR and barcode scanning, Batch scanning capability, Custom QR code generation, Scan history management, Apple Wallet integration, Code customization (colors, shapes), Home Screen widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QRWidget Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| QRWidget Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| QRWidget Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| QRWidget Pro | $16.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Reader free?

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

### Is QR Code and Barcode free?

QR Code and Barcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Code Reader or QR Code and Barcode?

Code Reader is rated higher. Code Reader averages 4.6 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while QR Code and Barcode averages 4.4 from 21 ratings.

### Do Code Reader or QR Code and Barcode have ads?

Neither Code Reader nor QR Code and Barcode shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Reader or QR Code and Barcode?

Code Reader ships an update every 6 weeks, and QR Code and Barcode every 2 weeks. Most recently, Code Reader was updated on September 29, 2026 and QR Code and Barcode on September 29, 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.*