Comparison

QR Reader & QR Code Generator vs Barcode Generator CVS

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

Head to head
About

QR Reader & QR Code Generator

Instantly scan and create QR codes and barcodes for various purposes. Connect to Wi-Fi, save contact information, compare prices, and generate codes for social media or business cards. Features include ultra-fast detection, flashlight support, and unlimited history.

Highlights
  • Instant QR code scanning
  • QR code generation
  • Wi-Fi connection without password
  • Price comparison
  • Contact and event saving
  • Unlimited scan history
  • Flashlight for low-light scanning
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode in a second. See the rating of your food and create your own QR codes. FAST SCANNER • QR codes and barcodes: EAN, UPC, Code 128, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix… • Scan from a photo in your library • Built-in flashlight, copy and share results RATE YOUR FOOD Scan a food barcode to see the product and its A-to-E rating. With Premium, get the full analysis: sugars, fat, saturated fat, salt, additives, processing level and Eco-Score when available. CREATE YOUR QR CODES Text, website, Wi-Fi, contact (vCard), email, SMS or phone: pick a template and fill it in. Customize with 6 colors, rounded dots and your logo, then share in high definition. PREMIUM No ads, full food analysis and sharing of custom QR codes. Free trial for eligible users, then an auto-renewing subscription unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. A lifetime option is also available. Food data comes from Open Food Facts and may be incomplete for some products. This app does not provide medical advice. Terms of Use (EULA) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy : https://sites.google.com/view/rmapp-privacypolicy/privacy-policy-qr-code-app

About

Barcode Generator CVS

Easily generate QR codes and various barcode formats for convenience stores. Supports a wide range of barcode types including EAN, UPC, and Code 128. Offers in-app purchases to remove advertisements.

Highlights
  • QR code generation
  • Multiple barcode formats supported
  • Convenience store barcode creation
  • Wide range of barcode types (EAN, UPC, Code 128, etc.)
  • In-app purchase options
Features
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Barcode Generator quickly helps you create QR codes or barcode images. It can also generate three pieces of barcodes for convenience stores. Support format: QRCode Code 128 Code 39 Code 93 Aztec Codabar Matrix EAN-8 EAN-13 ITF PDF417 UPC-A UPC-E Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

QR Reader & QR Code Generator4 screens
Barcode Generator CVS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Reader & QR Code Generator at 88% against Barcode Generator CVS's 40%. QR Reader & QR Code Generator also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 62 months). Barcode Generator CVS's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Reader & QR Code Generator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Barcode Generator CVS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Reader & QR Code Generator holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader & QR Code Generator has 72 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of QR Reader & QR Code Generator's written reviews are positive against 40% of Barcode Generator CVS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader & QR Code Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, Barcode Generator CVS every 62 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QR Reader & QR Code Generator versus Barcode Generator CVS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader & QR Code GeneratorBarcode Generator CVS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (72 ratings) — better2.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings72 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 62 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB5 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperSebastien RousseauTIEN TA LEE

Customer experience

QR Reader & QR Code Generator

All ratings72 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral8.3%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative6.3%

Barcode Generator CVS

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QR Reader & QR Code Generator

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual3 Days trial$22.991 Year
2 purchases

Barcode Generator CVS

Subscriptions2
  • Removes fullscreen ads$1.991 Month
  • Remove all ads$2.991 Month

Questions

Is QR Reader & QR Code Generator free?
QR Reader & QR Code Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Generator CVS free?
Barcode Generator CVS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator CVS?
QR Reader & QR Code Generator is rated higher. QR Reader & QR Code Generator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Barcode Generator CVS averages 2.7 from 6 ratings.
Do QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator CVS have ads?
Both QR Reader & QR Code Generator and Barcode Generator CVS show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator CVS?
QR Reader & QR Code Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, and Barcode Generator CVS every 62 months. Most recently, QR Reader & QR Code Generator was updated on October 24, 2026 and Barcode Generator CVS on October 24, 2026.

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