Comparison

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone vs QR Scanner'

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

Head to head
About

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone

This app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera. It also allows you to create and share custom QR codes, offers a 2FA authenticator, and provides features like batch scanning and scan history retrieval.

Highlights
  • Automatic QR/barcode scanning
  • QR code creation and sharing
  • 2FA authenticator
  • Batch scanning
  • Scan history with iCloud backup
  • App lock for security
  • Customizable QR code colors
Features
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QR Reader is the best & fastest free QR code/barcode scanner & QR code creator for both iPhone and iPad! By using your phone's or pad's camera, QR reader will automatically scan and recognize the information of the QR code or barcode and supports all major barcode and QR code formats, even includes 2FA authenticator. With QR Reader app, you can also create & share unlimited QR codes anytime as you want. 【Key Features】 -Easy to Use QR code reader and barcode scanner can automatically detect and scan any code. You can also scan the QR code or barcode in the image gallery. If you are in a low-light environment, the flashlight supports you to scan and read QR codes and barcode. QR reader supports full iOS 15, and iPhone XR/XS/XS Max/11/11 Pro. -Create QR Code & Share QR Reader app helps you create unlimited QR codes, such as Weblink, text, vcard, phone number, email adress, SMS, WIFI, Geo Location and Calendar, etc. You can share QR code reader and scanner results via WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, WeChat, Line, E-mail, SMS, etc. -Support Batch Scan We provide a convenient and fast batch scanning function, if you have a lot of QR codes/barcodes to scan, you can use this function to improve the scanning speed. -Provide 2FA Authenticator for All Your Accounts Two Factor Authentication is a proven security guarantee against a wide range of cyber attacks. You can scan the QR code and get verification codes with our app for all your web accounts. -Scan Multiple Types Quickly and securely scan many types of QR codes and barcodes, such as Weblink, text, WiFi, contact, ISBN, and product, etc. If the result of scan is a Website link, you can click the URL to jump to the webpage. If it's a wifi QR code, this app will automatically connect to it without the password. If the result of scan is a product, you can choose to search and get some detail information. And you can also compare prices with online ones to save money. -View and Retrieve Scan History All your results of scan will be included in the scan history and sorted by category. Our app also supports iCloud backup. And these results of scan can also be exported as a CVS file. You can choose to turn on the history option, so that even if you change the phone, you can retrieve the scanned history. -APP Lock You can set a separate secure password for your own QR Code Reader app to protect your personal app security. -Customize QR Code Color Available to set different colors for your QR code. Download QR reader to scan QR codes and barcodes! ◆ SUBSCRIPTION TERMS ◆ You will receive unrestricted access to QR Reader in the duration of the subscription. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase If you have any suggestions or questions, feel free to contact us at any time: iosmobilecontact@gmail.com Read more about our terms and conditions here: Terms of Service: http://adqr.callstudio.cc/useragreement.html Privacy Policy: http://adqr.callstudio.cc/privacy.html

About

QR Scanner'

This application allows you to quickly scan and generate QR codes. It automatically saves your scan history and supports a wide variety of code types. You can also create and share your own QR codes with ease.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes quickly
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • View scan history
  • Supports multiple code types
  • Automatically copy URLs
  • Share generated codes
Features
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Simple & Powerful QR Code Scanner & Generator app to read QR Codes and generate QR Codes QR Scanner is a fast QR Code Reader app that lets you read QR Codes within seconds. When you scan QR Codes to get texts or URLs or anything else, these details are saved in your history automatically. You can later browse through your QR Code Scan History. Turn your phone into a QR Code Reader and QR Code Generator. It is extremely easy to scan QR codes using this unique and amazing all-in-one QR Code Reader app. HOW TO USE QR CODE READER APP? • Just Open the Scan option top of the screen • Simply point to the QR you want to scan • The app will automatically detect and scan it • The QR code will be automatically saved on the history page Select QR maker feature. Choose your desired option to make QR Code. We have given multiple different options. Save or share it. That's it! APP FEATURES • Simple & Easy to use QR Code Scanner • Scan QR Code in seconds • All-in-one scanner with different QR Codes supported • Create & Generate your own QR Codes • Share generated QR Codes easily • View your past QR Code Scans from History • Automatically copy URLs to your clipboard for easy use SUPPORTED CODES This QR Code Scanner app supports the below codes - • QR • Aztec • Code128 • Code39 • Code39Mod43 • Data Matrix • EAN13 • EAN8 • Upce • PDF417 It’s free to use this QR Code Scanner app and you will absolutely love using it for all your scanning needs. Download the app now to experience it yourself. WE LOVE FEEDBACK Do you have improvements? Bugs? Or do you just want to share other thoughts? Please let us know in a review. Terms of Use: https://www.devnex.nl/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.devnex.nl/privacy

Screenshots

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone4 screens
QR Scanner'3 screens

Verdict

The call

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone and QR Scanner' both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of QR Scanner''s written reviews are positive against 20% of QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's. QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's advantage is ratings volume (50K vs 548) and chart position (#148 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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, Barcode Scanner for iPhone sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and QR Scanner' sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone against 4.6 for QR Scanner'. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone has 50K ratings behind it against 548, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 20% of QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 75% of QR Scanner''s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone ships an update every 4 weeks, QR Scanner' every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone versus QR Scanner': the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR, Barcode Scanner for iPhoneQR Scanner'
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (50K ratings) — better4.6 (548 ratings)
Positive reviews19.9% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings50K — better548
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#148 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB38 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSmart Tool StudioDevnex

Customer experience

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone

All ratings49,595 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews719 reviews
Positive19.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative78.0%

QR Scanner'

All ratings545 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera not working properly
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel
  • Compatibility problems with older devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to disable ads
  • Improved subscription management and cancellation process
  • Better customer support and communication

QR Scanner'

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone

Subscriptions9
  • QR Limited Offer - One Week3 Days trial$2.497 Days
  • QR Code Premium - One Week3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • One Week No Trial New - QR$3.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • One Week$3.997 Days
  • One Week Premium$6.997 Days
  • QR Code Premium - Three Months$8.993 Months
  • One Year$29.991 Year
  • QR Code Premium - One Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • One Year No Trial New - QR$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$39.99
  • Lifetime-QR Scanner Purchase$59.99
7 purchases

QR Scanner'

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly subscription (Trial)3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Half-Yearly Subscription$18.996 Months
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year

Questions

Is QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone free?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner' free?
QR Scanner' is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or QR Scanner'?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone is rated higher. QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone averages 4.6 out of 5 from 50K ratings, while QR Scanner' averages 4.6 from 548 ratings.
Do QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or QR Scanner' have ads?
Both QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone and QR Scanner' show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or QR Scanner'?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone ships an update every 4 weeks, and QR Scanner' every 2 months. Most recently, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone was updated on October 27, 2026 and QR Scanner' on October 24, 2026.

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