QR Reader Plus vs Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
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
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Easily scan, read, and decode over 20 types of QR codes and barcodes. Save your scan history, generate custom codes, and view product details. Supports various scanning methods and export options.
- Scan 20+ QR code and barcode types
- Scan from photos
- Generate custom QR codes
- Save, search, and filter scan history
- View product details via Google/Amazon
- Export history as text or CSV
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Scan QR codes and more than 20 barcode formats from your camera or photo library. Code Scanner reads Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, UPC, EAN, Aztec, PDF417 and more, then makes every result easy to save, find and share. SCAN ANYWHERE - Use the front or rear camera and torch - Import photos and detect multiple codes in one image - Automatically copy results or open scanned links KEEP CODES ORGANIZED - Save, search and filter your scan history - View values, code type, scan date and data size - Export history as CSV, plain text or a text file CREATE AND LOOK UP - Create and share QR codes and barcodes - Find product details with Google and Amazon - Reopen and share previous scans MADE FOR IPHONE AND IPAD - Dark Mode, Larger Text, VoiceOver, Voice Control, Reduced Motion and haptic feedback - A focused native experience without annoying ads SUPPORTED FORMATS QR, Micro QR, Aztec, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Data Matrix, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF-14, PDF417, Micro PDF417, UPC, Codabar, GS1 DataBar and more. Questions or feedback? Email hello@craftapp.co. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR Reader Plus at none against Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's 13. QR Reader Plus also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 35 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support 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 Scanner QR Barcode Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. QR Reader Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader has 650 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of QR Reader Plus's written reviews are positive against 72% of Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
QR Reader Plus ships an update every 35 months, Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Reader Plus | Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (18 ratings) | 4.6 (650 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews — better | 72.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 18 | 650 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| 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 | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | newforestar co,.ltd | Ben Gilroy |
Customer experience
QR Reader Plus
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Bugs and requests
QR Reader Plus
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
Reported bugs
5 issues- App stopped working on iPhone 12 - no barcode recognition
- Cannot scan from photos
- Fails to read unclear or damaged QR codes
- Data matrix format not supported
- Inconsistent app name across platforms (iPhone vs App Store)
Requested features
5 requests- Zoom functionality for better scanning
- Integrated search option within app
- Data matrix code support
- Scan history/log feature
- Ability to delay browser opening after scan
In-app purchases
QR Reader Plus
No in-app purchases
Code Scanner QR Barcode Reader
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Code Scanner Pro$1.997 Days
- Monthly$2.991 Month
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- Code Scanner Pro$3.991 Month
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime$24.99
- Lifetime$29.99
- Lifetime$59.99
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