QR Reader Plus vs Barcode Scanner X
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Reader Plus
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and various barcodes using your device's camera. It automatically opens URLs, transfers data to your clipboard, and keeps a history of your scans. An LED light option is available for low-light scanning.
- Scans QR codes and barcodes
- Automatic URL opening
- Automatic clipboard transfer
- Scan history log
- LED light control
- Supports multiple code types
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QR Reader Plus is the fastest and most user-friendly barcode scanner and completely Free! Open the app, point the camera at the code. QR reader will automatically recognize QR code. FEATURES - Scans QR codes, barcodes - Open URL automatically - Automatic transfer to clipboard - View a history scan lists - LED light On / Off Supported codes: ・QR codes (including MEBKM) ・UPC-E codes ・Code 39 codes ・Code 39 mod 43 codes ・EAN-13 (including UPC-A) codes ・EAN-8 codes ・Code 93 codes ・Code 128 codes ・PDF417 codes ・Aztec codes ・Interleaved 2 of 5 codes ・ITF14 codes ・DataMatrix codes
Barcode Scanner X
Easily scan 1D and 2D barcodes with a fast and intuitive interface. Save scanned results to a history for later review, copying, or searching. Ideal for product checks, inventory, and shipping.
- Wide format support for 1D and 2D codes
- Automatic scan history saving
- Share history via email or clipboard
- Configurable barcode type scanning
- Power-saving camera pause
- Search scanned results
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A fast and easy-to-use barcode scanner for reading 1D and 2D codes with saved history. Scanned results can be stored automatically, so you can review, copy, and search them later with ease. Designed for quick everyday use, it works well for product checks, inventory tasks, and shipment label scanning. # Main Features - Wide format support: Reads many 1D and 2D code types - History saving: Automatically save your scan history - Sharing: Share your history via email or clipboard with other apps - Configurable: Choose the type of barcodes to scan - Power-saving: Save battery by pausing the camera when not needed - Search results: Easily look up scanned results using a search engine # How to Use - Scan: Use the camera on the screen to scan barcodes - Add to history: Save results to history using the blue circle button - Auto-delete: If you don't press the blue button, the result will be automatically deleted after a few seconds (adjustable in settings) - Stop: Stop scanning and switch to the result list mode using the stop button - Copy & Search: Tap results to copy, and use the i button for detailed search - Delete: Swipe left to delete results Use it in various daily scenarios. # Supported Barcode Types QR Code MicroQR Data Matrix UPC-A UPC-E EAN-8 (JAN-8) EAN-13 (JAN-13) Code 39 Code 39 Extended Code 93 Code 93 Extended Code 128 (EAN-128 GS1-128) Codabar (NW-7) ITF Interleaved 2 of 5 GS1 Databar (RSS-14) GS1 Databar Expanded GS1 Databar Limited PDF 417 MicroPDF417 # Notes - The camera image and barcode recognition frame may misalign while moving the device. - Recognition may not always be accurate (100% accuracy is not guaranteed). Recognition can fail or be incorrect depending on conditions such as brightness, size, or barcode quality. - There may be occasional misidentification of barcode types (improve by narrowing the barcode types in the settings menu). - For best results, scan barcodes in landscape orientation. Vertical or rotated barcodes may be less accurate. - GS1-128 is recognized as Code128. - This app will display ads during use. Billing Information # Free Version ・Ads are displayed. ・Some features have usage limits. # Pro Version ・Use all features without ads and without limits. # About Subscription Auto-Renewal When you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription, payment will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew. To stop auto-renewal, please turn it off at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period. If you do not turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, your selected monthly or yearly plan will automatically renew, and you will be charged accordingly. Subscriptions and auto-renewal can be managed in your account settings after purchase. Cancellation for the used portion of the subscription period will not be accepted after starting to use the service. # Terms of Use https://digitalnauts.com/terms/app_term_of_use/ # Privacy Policy https://digitalnauts.com/privacypolicy/ # Developer DIGITALNAUTS INC. https://digitalnauts.com/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Reader Plus at none against Barcode Scanner X's 3. QR Reader Plus also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17). Barcode Scanner X's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 35 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Barcode Scanner X sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. QR Reader Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for QR Reader Plus against 4.3 for Barcode Scanner X. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 30 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of QR Reader Plus's written reviews are positive against 70% of Barcode Scanner X's.
QR Reader Plus ships an update every 35 months, Barcode Scanner X every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | QR Reader Plus | Barcode Scanner X |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (18 ratings) — better | 4.3 (30 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews — better | 69.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 18 | 30 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | newforestar co,.ltd | DIGITALNAUTS INC. |
Customer experience
QR Reader Plus
Barcode Scanner X
In-app purchases
QR Reader Plus
No in-app purchases
Barcode Scanner X
- Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$4.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$12.99
Questions
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