Code Reader vs QR Code Scan & QR Generator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Code Reader
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.
- 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
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A feature-rich QR and barcode scanner: scan, generate, and share codes — fast and privately. Scan codes with text, links, contacts, emails, locations, Wi‑Fi networks, product barcodes, and more. When you scan a code, the app acts on it intelligently: links open in the browser, email addresses let you compose a message quickly, and vCards can be viewed or added to Contacts. You can read codes with the camera or generate them in the app — plus use action extensions to scan or create codes from other apps.¹ Spotted a QR code in a photo or on a website? Use the Read Code extension to scan it instantly.¹ Main features • Scan with the camera — text, links, contacts, emails, product barcodes, Wi‑Fi, and more • Read QR codes and 1‑D barcodes from images with the Read Code extension¹ • Product barcodes can open relevant web pages or Amazon (configurable in Settings) • Generate QR codes and 1‑D barcodes • Create codes from text, links, contacts, email, SMS, phone numbers, and Wi‑Fi • Join Wi‑Fi networks automatically from a scanned code • Scan and save multiple codes in one session • Generate a code from text, a link, or a contact with the Generate QR extension¹ • Smooth up to 60fps scanner preview with optical image stabilization and zoom (including optical 2× zoom on iPhones with dual cameras) • Optionally copy scanned content to the clipboard automatically • Option to prefer HTTPS and avoid insecure websites • Recents for scanned and generated codes, with search and filters • Custom QR colors — two‑finger tap on the image or use the menu when viewing a code • Share any barcode • Custom URL scheme to generate QR codes from a URL or text² • Widgets for recent codes and quick access to the scanner Code Reader Pro Upgrade to Code Reader Pro for advanced tools — no ads, and your data stays on your device. Choose monthly, yearly, or a one‑time lifetime unlock. Pro includes: • Batch scan — read many codes from photos or PDFs at once • Export & import history — back up or move your scan library (CSV/JSON) • Custom names — label scans so you can find them quickly • Starred scans — pin important codes and filter your history • Notes — add context to any saved scan • QR codes with logo — embed your brand in generated codes • High‑res & PDF export — share sharp QR images and PDFs • Link safety warnings — alerts for suspicious links (IP addresses, punycode, mixed scripts, and more) before you open them Restore purchases anytime from the Pro screen. ¹ The extension might need to be enabled manually: open the share menu, tap More at the bottom, and turn on the app extensions (Activities). ² Try it in a browser or messaging app: add generateqr:// before a URL or text to open the app and generate a QR code image. - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://illescasdaniel.github.io/qr-code-reader-app-info/
QR Code Scan & QR Generator
Easily generate and scan QR codes for various purposes, including restaurant menus and contact information. The app features automatic detection and reading in low light, with options to create codes for Wi-Fi, social media, and more. Share your generated or scanned codes with others.
- Generate QR codes for contacts, Wi-Fi, and social media
- Scan QR codes automatically with camera
- Create QR menus for restaurants with pre-made designs
- Low-light scanning with flash
- Read various QR code formats
- Share generated and scanned codes
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This application allows you to generate and read QR codes. It automatically reads QR codes using your phone's camera and displays the information contained in it. It allows you to create QR codes in different formats whenever you want. Some Features Restaurants QR Menu Design You can create qr coded menus for restaurants. By choosing one of the ready-made designs, you can simply place the QR code and get a printout. You can place these printouts on restaurant tables. Easy Operation The QR code reader automatically detects and reads the QR code without pressing any key. In a low-light environment, it easily reads the QR code by turning on your phone's light. QR Code Generating You can create QR codes for your contact, mail, sms, event, wifi information, location and social network profiles within the application. Different QR Codes Thanks to the reader included in the application, you can read QR codes created in different formats. For example, if you scan a contact QR code, you can automatically add this person to your directory. You can connect to that network by scanning a wifi QR code. Sharing You can share the QR codes you have created or scanned with your friends in your contacts or on your social media accounts. Download this amazing app now! -------------------- You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. • Auto-renewable subscription • 1 week, 1 month, and 1 year durations • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase Privacy Policy: http://mobitapps.com/QrApp/page1.html Eula (Terms of Use): http://mobitapps.com/QrApp/page2.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Code Reader at 64% against QR Code Scan & QR Generator's 22%. Code Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). QR Code Scan & QR Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Code Reader sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and QR Code Scan & QR Generator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Code Reader ships an update every 6 weeks, QR Code Scan & QR Generator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Code Reader | QR Code Scan & QR Generator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (243 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.0% of reviews — better | 22.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 243 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daniel ILLESCAS ROMERO | Bugra Haksever |
Customer experience
Code Reader
QR Code Scan & QR Generator
Bugs and requests
Code Reader
Reported bugs
15 issues- 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
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- Camera doesn't focus on QR code
- No 'Take picture' or red button
- Account closed for misuse (reported scam)
- Error scanning WiFi QR codes
- Contact access without privacy section
- Inaccurate barcode numbers
- Cannot scan from files/photos
- Donation button error
- Errors when scanning
- Cannot open scanned content
Requested features
9 requests- Add date & time to QR history
- Option to select camera
- Ability to save QR codes
- Support for SVG files
- Add logos to QR codes
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- Choose QR code color
- Generate QR codes from photos
- Dynamic QR codes
- Widget support
QR Code Scan & QR Generator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Code Reader
- Code Reader Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
- Code Reader Pro Yearly$9.991 Year
- Donation 1$0.99
- Donation 2$1.99
- Code Reader Pro Lifetime$2.99
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- Donation 5$4.99
- Donation 10$8.99
QR Code Scan & QR Generator
- Weekly Subscriptions3 Days trial$5.497 Days
- Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year
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- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year
Questions
Is Code Reader free?
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