Comparison

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone vs PDF & Docs Scanner App

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

PDF & Docs Scanner App

Transform your smartphone into a portable scanner. Quickly capture and convert documents, IDs, and photos into high-quality PDFs or images. Features advanced OCR for text recognition and multiple export formats.

Highlights
  • HD Auto Scan
  • ID Card Scanning
  • Professional Filter Effects
  • PDF Conversion
  • Accurate Text Recognition (OCR)
  • One-Click Export
Features
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Looking for an advanced and reliable scanner? iScan is the free and fast scanner app that turns your smartphone into a portable scanner. Scan documents, notes, receipts, and business cards with high-quality scanned PDF output. Scan multi-page documents with batch mode and amazing filters to enrich images with document scanner. Smart camera scanner app create pdf from photo gallery or capture and convert jpg to pdf. Available for iPhone! Powerful features you need: ● HD Auto Scan Advanced image detection technology can automatically identify the border of the document, and accurately capture the document for automatic scanning. ● ID scan iScan scans ID cards, passports, driver's licenses, visas, work permits and other identification documents in seconds and saves them to your device in image or PDF format using the ID scanner. ● Professional filter effects iScan provides a variety of filter modes, you can choose sharpening enhancement, black and white, grayscale and ink saving modes according to the needs of different documents. ● PDF Converter Support multiple formats: Not only supports PDF to Word, Excel, PPT, JPG, PNG, TXT and other formats, but also supports converting Word, Excel, PNG, JPG, PPT and other formats to PDF. The conversion efficiency is high, and it is convenient for you to manage PDF files easily and conveniently. ● The most accurate text recognition iScan is connected to the most advanced OCR technology, supports more than 20 languages, and can achieve a text recognition accuracy of over 98%. You can easily extract text from paper documents, PDFs, pictures or web pages for direct editing, and export to txt. If you find that there are individual errors in the recognized text, you can modify it directly against the original document. ● One-click export PDF/image iScan can directly convert files into PDF format or image format, one-click conversion and export to local or share, and also supports sharing file links, which is convenient for you to share with friends. Information about auto-renewal of subscriptions: - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Accounts will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Fees depend on the plan selected. Terms of service: https://wescanner.net/terms Privacy policy: https://wescanner.net/privacy

Screenshots

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone4 screens
PDF & Docs Scanner App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PDF & Docs Scanner App at 5.0 against QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's 4.6. PDF & Docs Scanner App also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 weeks). QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone's advantage is ratings volume (50K vs 3) and chart position (#151 vs unranked). 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, Barcode Scanner for iPhone sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and PDF & Docs Scanner App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PDF & Docs Scanner App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone has 50K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone ships an update every 4 weeks, PDF & Docs Scanner App every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone versus PDF & Docs Scanner App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR, Barcode Scanner for iPhonePDF & Docs Scanner App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (50K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews19.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings50K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#151 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmart Tool StudioChengdu Feixiao Tech Co., Ltd.

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%

PDF & Docs Scanner App

All ratings3 ratings
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

PDF & Docs Scanner App

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
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  • 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
5 purchases

PDF & Docs Scanner App

Subscriptions4
  • We Scanner Vip$4.991 Month
  • WE Scanner VIP Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • WE Scanner VIP Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • WE Scanner VIP Yearly1 Year trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • WeScanner Lifetime VIP$30.99

Questions

Is QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone free?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF & Docs Scanner App free?
PDF & Docs Scanner App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or PDF & Docs Scanner App?
PDF & Docs Scanner App is rated higher. QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone averages 4.6 out of 5 from 50K ratings, while PDF & Docs Scanner App averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or PDF & Docs Scanner App have ads?
Both QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone and PDF & Docs Scanner App show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone or PDF & Docs Scanner App?
QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone ships an update every 4 weeks, and PDF & Docs Scanner App every 6 days. Most recently, QR, Barcode Scanner for iPhone was updated on October 27, 2026 and PDF & Docs Scanner App on October 24, 2026.

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