Comparison

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone vs QCode 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

QCode Scanner

Easily scan and recognize all types of QR and barcodes, and create custom QR codes with various design options. This utility also functions as a document scanner and PDF maker.

Highlights
  • Scan 15+ barcode and QR code types
  • Create and share unlimited QR codes
  • Customize QR codes with icons and images
  • Document scanner
  • PDF maker
  • Scan from gallery
  • Scan history
Features
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QCode Scanner reads all QR and barcodes for you. This will automatically scan and recognise the information of QR code or barcode and supports all major barcode and QR code formats. With QCode Scanner app, you can also create & share unlimited QR codes anytime as you want. Features - Scan 15+ type of Bar code and QR codes - Scan and Read Bar code, QR code, even Data matrix, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39 or 93 or 128, EAN-8, Aztec, EAN-13, Coda-bar, PDF 417, ITF. - Scan from gallery - Scan history store - Create all type of Bar Code and QR code free - Animated QR code make - Customise QR code with icon, point shape, background colour and images - QR and Bar code create and share unlimited - Share your QR codes via social networking (WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, E-mail, SMS) to your friends. - Messege hide in image and read message from image - Pictography - Document scanner - PDF maker free - No Ads Subscription - Subscribe for Premium features - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original “One Month” package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase N:B: We start a campaign “Green World”, Initially we target 1,00,000 tree plant in our country after this campaign we can plant on your country also. We will plant a real tree on behalf of you for your subscription. Its continue every month if subscription on. Please Help Us to make this world Green. Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/qcodeprivacypolicy/home Terms of Services https://sites.google.com/view/qcodetermsandservices/home

Screenshots

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone4 screens
QCode Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QCode Scanner at 100% against QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's 20%. QCode Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 weeks). QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's advantage is chart position (#148 vs unranked). 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, Barcode Scanner for iPhone sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and QCode Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone ships an update every 4 weeks, QCode Scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone versus QCode Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR, Barcode Scanner for iPhoneQCode Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (50K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews19.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings50K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#148 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmart Tool StudioMD AZIZUR RAHMAN

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%

QCode Scanner

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

QCode 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
3 purchases

QCode Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Per month 1 tree$4.991 Month
  • Customised QR code3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • QCode Scanner Life time$69.99

Questions

Is QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone free?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QCode Scanner free?
QCode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or QCode Scanner have ads?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone shows ads; QCode Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or QCode Scanner?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone ships an update every 4 weeks, and QCode Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone was updated on September 26, 2026 and QCode Scanner on August 4, 2026.

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