Comparison

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan vs QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

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

Head to head
About

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan

Scan any QR code or barcode to access information, menus, and product details. Create custom codes to share links or promote your business. This app simplifies online content access and business promotion for all users.

Highlights
  • Effortless QR and barcode scanning
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Instant menu access
  • Detailed product information
  • Smart shopping price comparison
  • History tracking of scans
  • Export and share scans
Features
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Scan any QR code or barcode instantly - and create your own in seconds. Whether you are scanning a restaurant menu, checking product prices, reading a WiFi QR code, or generating custom barcodes for your business, QR Mate is your all-in-one scanner and code generator. Trusted by users worldwide, QR Mate combines blazing-fast scanning with powerful code creation tools - all in one beautifully designed app. == SCAN ANYTHING, INSTANTLY == Point your camera and scan in less than a second. QR Mate works in any lighting condition, including low-light environments, and recognizes all major code formats: * QR Codes - websites, texts, emails, contacts, WiFi credentials, calendar events, locations, and more * Barcodes - EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE 128, CODE 39, CODE 93, ITF-14, AZTEC, DATAMATRIX, PDF417 * Scan from your camera or directly from photos in your photo library Every scan is saved automatically, so you can revisit, reshare, or reference anything you have scanned before. == CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES & BARCODES == * QR Codes for URLs, text, email, phone, SMS, vCard contacts, WiFi networks, payment info, and more * Barcodes in all standard formats: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE 128, CODE 39, ITF-14, and more * Custom logo QR codes - embed your brand logo directly inside the QR code * Choose colors and styles that match your brand identity * Export as high-resolution images for print, packaging, or digital content == SMART SHOPPING & PRICE COMPARISON == * Scan product barcodes to instantly look up prices, reviews, and product details * Compare prices across retailers before you buy * Check nutritional information by scanning food barcodes * Keep a complete shopping history of everything you have scanned == WIFI QR CODES - SHARE YOUR NETWORK INSTANTLY == * Scan a WiFi QR code to connect instantly - no passwords required * Generate a WiFi QR code from your credentials in seconds * Perfect for homes, offices, cafes, hotels, and events == HISTORY & ORGANIZATION == * Every QR code and barcode you scan is saved automatically * Organized by date and type for easy browsing * Tap any saved scan to reopen the link, reshare, or copy the data * Works completely offline - your history is always accessible == WHO USES QR MATE? == * Students scanning codes for homework, events, and campus resources * Professionals creating branded QR codes for business cards and marketing * Shoppers comparing prices and reading product information before buying * Travelers scanning menus, museum info, transit tickets, and hotel WiFi codes * Small business owners creating barcodes for inventory and promotions QR Mate Subscription Terms: - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of Service: https://zipoapps.com/qrmateios/terms Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/qrmateios/privacy

About

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera, photos, or videos. Extract website URLs, phone numbers, and more. Browse websites, make calls, or send emails directly from scanned codes with batch scanning support.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes from camera, photos, or videos
  • Extract website URLs, phone numbers, email addresses, and more
  • Directly browse websites, make calls, send emails from codes
  • Scan history access
  • Batch scanning functionality
  • Supports a wide range of code types
Features
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Experience the ultimate QR and Barcode Scanner app that sets the standard for simplicity, performance, and versatility. Unlock a world of valuable information with just a camera, image, or video on your device. Easily extract a wide range of useful details such as website URLs, phone numbers, email addresses, and much more. Effortlessly browse websites, make calls, or send emails directly from the scanned codes. -- KEY FEATURES -- • Scan QR codes and Barcodes using your device's camera, photos, or even videos. • Conveniently access your scan history and revisit previous codes whenever needed. • Seamlessly browse websites, make calls, send emails, connect to hotspots, and more, based on the scanned codes. • Enjoy uninterrupted scanning with batch scanning functionality. All codes will be automatically saved to your History. • Supports a comprehensive range of code types. See the full list in the supported codes section. -- SUPPORTED CODES -- • QR • Codabar • Code 39 • Code 93 • Code 128 • EAN-8 • EAN-13 • ITF • UPC-A • UPC-E • Aztec • Data Matrix • PDF417 -- SUPPORTED CODE CONTENT -- • Website URLs • Text • Map • Hotspot Wifi • Phone • Email • Bitcoin -- FEEDBACK -- We value your suggestions and feedback immensely. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us at feedback@zatech.nl. If you love using our app, we would greatly appreciate your review and rating on the App Store! Terms & Conditions http://zatech.nl/terms-and-conditions.html Privacy Policy http://zatech.nl/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan4 screens
QR Barcode Scanner & Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan at 4.4 against QR Barcode Scanner & Reader's 4.0. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan also leads on review sentiment (20% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). QR Barcode Scanner & Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader 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

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 258 and 60 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Barcode Scanner & Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, QR Barcode Scanner & Reader monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and July 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan versus QR Barcode Scanner & Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode & QR Code Reader ScanQR Barcode Scanner & Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (258 ratings) — better4.0 (60 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings258 — better60
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size125 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsMaarten Meijer

Customer experience

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan

All ratings258 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral7.8%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative76.0%

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

All ratings60 ratings
Positive71.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative18.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 🐛 App crashes after every scan
  • 🐛 App crashes all the time
  • 🐛 Cannot find help on how to work app
  • 🐛 Assistant goes nowhere

Requested features

3 requests
  • 💡 Option to delete app easily
  • 💡 Clearer pricing before download
  • 💡 Free QR reader alternative

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

18 purchases

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan

Subscriptions17
  • Best QR Barcode Reader Premium$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited Weekly$4.997 Days
  • QR Code Scan & Barcode Read +3 Days trial$5.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Barcode Scanner & QR Code Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • QR Code Read & Scan: Monthly$9.991 Month
  • QR Code & Barcode Generator3 Days trial$13.991 Month
  • QR Mate Scanner: Annual$24.901 Year
  • QR Code & Barcode Reader3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • 3-Month Gold Plan3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • Pro QR Code Scanner & Maker3 Days trial$35.993 Months
  • Yearly Pro Plan$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Pro Plan3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • QR Code Maker & QR Scanner$54.996 Months
  • QR Scanner & Barcode Read Pro3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Barcode Scanner & QR Code Read$59.996 Months
  • QR Code Scan & Barcode Reader+3 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • QR Mate Reader: Lifetime Pack$59.99
1 purchases

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan free?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Barcode Scanner & Reader free?
QR Barcode Scanner & Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Barcode Scanner & Reader?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is rated higher. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan averages 4.4 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while QR Barcode Scanner & Reader averages 4.0 from 60 ratings.
Do Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Barcode Scanner & Reader have ads?
Both Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Barcode Scanner & Reader?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader monthly. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan was updated on October 6, 2026 and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader on July 27, 2026.

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