Comparison

QR Code Reader vs Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader

Quickly scan and read various QR and barcode types, including text, URLs, and product information. Create custom barcodes and QR codes with ease. Supports scanning from existing images and offers smart information extraction for one-tap actions.

Highlights
  • Scan QR & Barcodes
  • Create Custom Codes
  • Scan from Gallery
  • Flashlight for Dark Scanning
  • Smart Information Extraction
  • One-Tap Actions
  • History Log
Features
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Fast QR & Barcode Reader can scan and read all QR / Barcode types including text, url, ISBN, product, contact, calendar, email, location, Wi-Fi and many other formats. App can scan an existed image in your gallery. Key features of Fast QR & Barcode Reader: -Scan by back and front camera. -Scan from existed image in gallery. -Flashlight for scan in dark. -Share scanned content in many way. -Smart extract information. -One tap to perform action:Copy, Call, Send email, Search, Browse. -Various setting options. -Save what you scan and create in history, easy to look back. -Create your custom Barcode & QR Code in a second. -Send your scan data to your server by using HTPP POST request Support scan and create Barcode - QR Code with in follow type: - EAN8, EAN13, UPC, ISSN, ISBN - Code 39, Code 39 Mod 43, Code 93 and Code 128 - Interleaved 2 of 5 - ITF14 - PDF417 - Aztec Code We bring updates to app store regularly to constantly improve speed, reliability, performance and fix bugs.

About

Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader

Quickly scan all QR and barcode formats with this versatile utility. Compare prices, track history, and generate custom QR codes for various information and social media links. It also supports scanning from photos and includes helpful features like flashlight and sharing options.

Highlights
  • Scan QR Code & Barcode
  • Search and Compare Prices
  • Save Scan History
  • Generate QR Codes
  • Scan From Photo Library
  • Share Scans
Features
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Extremely fast QR & barcode scanner that supports all QR & barcode formats! It's the must-have scanner app for your iPhone. Features: * Scan QR Code & Barcode * Search and Compare Prices on Amazon, eBay and Google Shopping * Support 19 country URLs searching * Save unlimited scan history for price tracking * Scan promotion and coupon codes in shops to get discounts * Support Scan QR & Barcodes From Photo Library * Support generating QR Code for contacts, products, web URL, Wi-Fi password, text, books, E-mail, location, calendar and so on. * Support generating QR Code for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Spotify, Youtube, Whatsapp, Dropbox and so on. * Support QR code, Data Matrix, Maxi code, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, UPC-A, EAN-8 ... * Support exporting scan history, create history, batch scan history * Flashlight supported * Remind you by beep or vibrate when scan successfully * Share QR & barcode with your friends How to use: 1. Open the scanner 2. Point the camera to the QR code / barcode 3. Auto recognize, scan and decode 4. Get results and relevant options It's very easy to use , no need to press any buttons or adjust the zoom, just open it and point to the QR code, it will auto recognize , scan and decode the QR code. After scanning, several relevant options for the results will be provided, you can search the products online, visit the websites, or even connect to Wi-Fi. So, what are you waiting for? Download QR Code Reader to scan QR code and barcode! Contact Us Email: qrcode.reader@outlook.com, we are glad to hear from you! Privacy Policy: http://cloud-record.com/qrcodereader/privacy.html Terms of use: http://cloud-record.com/qrcodereader/Term_of_uses.pdf

Screenshots

QR Code Reader4 screens
Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader at 4.5 against QR Code Reader's 3.0. Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). QR Code Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader has 2.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader ships an update every 3 months, Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QR Code Reader versus Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ReaderBarcode Scanner QR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (3 ratings)4.5 (2.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—73.2% of reviews
Number of ratings32.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better10.3
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCa Li SaYunlu Technology Shanghai Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

QR Code Reader

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader

All ratings2,054 ratings
Positive85.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive73.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.8%

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on certain devices
  • Incorrect price information

Requested features

2 requests
  • Language support for non-English users
  • Option to cancel subscription

In-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code Reader

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99
3 purchases

Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader

Subscriptions2
  • Consecutive monthly membership$4.991 Month
  • Consecutive Yearly Membership3 Days trial$15.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader free?
Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader or Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader?
Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader is rated higher. QR Code Reader averages 3.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader averages 4.5 from 2.1K ratings.
Do QR Code Reader or Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader have ads?
Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader or Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader ships an update every 3 months, and Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR Code Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and Barcode Scanner QR Code Reader on October 4, 2026.

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