Comparison

QR Code + Bar Code Scanner vs QR Code Reader, Barcode 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 + Bar Code Scanner

Easily scan any QR code or barcode with your iPhone or iPad. This app also allows you to create custom QR codes, even with your own logo, and share them as high-resolution PNGs.

Highlights
  • Scan unlimited QR codes and barcodes
  • Create custom QR codes with logos
  • High-resolution QR code output
  • Share QR codes as PNGs
  • Ad-free experience (Pro)
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QR Code + Bar Code Scanner is a fast, easy QR code scanner and barcode reader for iPhone and iPad — and a full QR code generator too. Scan any code in a tap, or design your own custom QR codes with your logo, colors, and shapes in seconds. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Scan QR codes, barcodes, and labels instantly with your camera • Open links, connect to WiFi, save contacts, and copy text right after you scan • Keep every scan in a searchable history so you never lose a code • Create QR codes for links, WiFi, contacts, business cards, email, calendar events, PayPal, and social profiles • Add your logo and pick custom colors to make branded QR codes • Export high-resolution QR codes and share them as PNG images WHY NOT JUST USE MY CAMERA? Your camera can open a link, but it can't create QR codes, brand them with your logo and colors, or keep a searchable history of everything you've scanned. This app scans and creates — all in one place. FREE VERSION 1. Scan unlimited QR codes, barcodes, and labels 2. Create unlimited QR codes with or without your logo 3. High-resolution output 4. Share your QR codes as PNGs GO PRO 1. Enjoy an ad-free experience 2. Unlock the full color palette when creating QR codes SUPPORT THE APP This app includes a small ad banner to keep it free. Upgrade to Pro to remove ads and unlock all features — your support helps us keep improving! Questions/feedback: help@lamigsoftware.com Privacy Policy: https://lamigsoftware.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://lamigsoftware.com/terms

About

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access product information, documents, and more. Create custom QR codes for various platforms and data types, with options for personalization.

Highlights
  • Scan product QR codes for detailed information
  • Scan and rename documents
  • Create standard QR codes (contacts, locations, notes, messages)
  • Create special QR codes (social media, PayPal, App Store)
  • Customize QR codes with colors and logos
  • Scan barcodes
Features
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A must-have app in your iPhone or iPad! now!! The Ideal app for scanning QR Codes and Barcodes! These app includes amazing Features : - Scan QR of Products & Detailed Food Information. - Scan Documents. - Rename Scanned Documents. - Create your own QR: choose between Standard or Special QR Codes. - Standard Codes for: Contacts, Locations, Notes and Messages. - Special Codes for: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube, Skype, Paypal and App Store. - Customize your QR Codes with Colors, Gifs and Social Media logos. Terms of use: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy and policy: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at none against QR Code + Bar Code Scanner's shown. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 151). QR Code + Bar Code Scanner's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (89% vs 79%). 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 + Bar Code Scanner sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code + Bar Code Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 151, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of QR Code + Bar Code Scanner's written reviews are positive against 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code + Bar Code Scanner ships an update every 2 months, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Code + Bar Code Scanner versus QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code + Bar Code ScannerQR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (151 ratings) — better4.4 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews — better79.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1511.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoy Alexandre RollanProtection & Security App LLC

Customer experience

QR Code + Bar Code Scanner

All ratings150 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive89.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.5%

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

All ratings1,111 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative11.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Code + Bar Code Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Camera focus issues
  • Crashes or freezes on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More customization options
  • Ability to upload own images
  • Improved scanning accuracy

In-app purchases

18 purchases

QR Code + Bar Code Scanner

Subscriptions14
  • Full Access To All Features$0.991 Month
  • Full Access To All Features3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Full Access To All Features3 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • Full Access To All Features$4.991 Month
  • Full Access To All Features3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Full Access To All Features1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Full Access To All Features$6.991 Month
  • Full Access To All Features3 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Year
  • Full Access To All Features7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Full Access To All Features$9.991 Year
  • Full Access To All Features$24.991 Year
  • Full Access To All Features3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Full Access To All Features$34.991 Year
  • Full Access To All Features$39.991 Year
One-time4
  • Remove ads$3.99
  • Full Access To All Features$4.99
  • Full Access To All Features$16.99
Show 1 more
  • Full Access To All Features$49.99
1 purchases

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is QR Code + Bar Code Scanner free?
QR Code + Bar Code Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code + Bar Code Scanner or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader?
QR Code + Bar Code Scanner is rated higher. QR Code + Bar Code Scanner averages 4.7 out of 5 from 151 ratings, while QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 from 1.1K ratings.
Do QR Code + Bar Code Scanner or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader have ads?
QR Code + Bar Code Scanner shows ads; QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code + Bar Code Scanner or QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader?
QR Code + Bar Code Scanner ships an update every 2 months, and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code + Bar Code Scanner was updated on September 20, 2026 and QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader on September 24, 2026.

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