Comparison

QR Reader & QR Code Generator vs Barcode Generator +

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 +

Create custom barcodes with this utility app. It also allows you to scan existing barcodes, copy their data, or save the generated barcodes.

Highlights
  • Barcode generation
  • Barcode scanning
  • Copy scanned content
  • Save generated barcodes
Features
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Using this app you can generate barcodes as you wish and this app also supports barcode scanning. Once you scan a barcode, you can copy its content to clipboard or save the barcode.

Screenshots

QR Reader & QR Code Generator4 screens
Barcode Generator +3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Reader & QR Code Generator at 4.3 against Barcode Generator +'s 3.3. QR Reader & QR Code Generator also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months). Barcode Generator +'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 Reader & QR Code Generator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Barcode Generator + sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader & QR Code Generator has 72 ratings behind it against 11, 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 50% of Barcode Generator +'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader & QR Code Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, Barcode Generator + every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QR Reader & QR Code Generator versus Barcode Generator +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Reader & QR Code GeneratorBarcode Generator +
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (72 ratings) — better3.3 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings72 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSebastien RousseauAshen Ishanka Costha

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 +

All ratings11 ratings
Positive54.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative45.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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
1 purchases

Barcode Generator +

One-time1
  • Barcode Generator Premium$0.99

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 + free?
Barcode Generator + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator +?
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 + averages 3.3 from 11 ratings.
Do QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator + have ads?
QR Reader & QR Code Generator shows ads; Barcode Generator + does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator +?
QR Reader & QR Code Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, and Barcode Generator + every 7 months. Most recently, QR Reader & QR Code Generator was updated on October 24, 2026 and Barcode Generator + on October 22, 2026.

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