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

Easily create custom barcodes with support for over 23 types. Generate barcodes in batches for large-scale needs and modify parameters like captions and quiet zones for personalized output.

Highlights
  • Supports 23+ barcode types
  • Batch barcode generation
  • Customizable barcode parameters
  • Display caption option
  • Fill quiet zones option
Features
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Barcode Generator is an efficient and convenient tool for creating barcodes. It supports batch generation, features a simple operation, and can meet users' needs for large-scale and rapid barcode production. I. Barcode Types Barcode Generator supports 23 barcode types. 1. Codabar 2. Code 11 3. Code 128 4. Code 39 5. Code 39 Full ASCII 6. Code 39 Full ASCII mod 43 7. Code 39 mod 43 8. Code 93 Full ASCII 9. EAN-13 10. EAN-2 Supplement 11. EAN-5 Supplement 12. EAN-8 13. Facing Identification Mark 14. ISBN10 and ISBN13 15. ISMN 16. ISSN 17. Interleaved 2 of 5 (Code 25) 18. MSI (Modified Plessey) 19. POSTNET 20. Pharmacode One Track 21. Standard/Industrial 2 of 5 22. UPC-A 23. UPC-E II. Batch Generator Barcode Generator supports batch generation of barcodes, achieving efficient and fast barcode production, and meeting the large-scale and diverse barcode needs of users. III. Barcode Parameters Barcode Generator supports modifying parameters to customize personalized barcodes. 1. Display Caption 2. Display Check Digits 3. Fill Quiet Zones ► Contact Us * Email: ceo@noadit.com

Screenshots

QR Reader & QR Code Generator4 screens
Barcode Generator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode Generator at none against QR Reader & QR Code Generator's 3. Barcode Generator also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). QR Reader & QR Code Generator's advantage is ratings volume (73 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads 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 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Barcode Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Barcode Generator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Reader & QR Code Generator has 73 ratings behind it against 5, 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 100% of Barcode Generator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Reader & QR Code Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, Barcode Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 12, 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
Rating4.4 (73 ratings)4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings73 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSebastien RousseauNoadit, Inc.

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 ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Reader & QR Code Generator

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual3 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$29.99
None

Barcode Generator

No in-app purchases

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 no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator?
Barcode Generator is rated higher. QR Reader & QR Code Generator averages 4.4 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while Barcode Generator averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do QR Reader & QR Code Generator or Barcode Generator have ads?
Both QR Reader & QR Code Generator and Barcode Generator show ads.
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 monthly. Most recently, QR Reader & QR Code Generator was updated on November 5, 2026 and Barcode Generator on November 12, 2026.

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