Comparison

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

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 Code Reader & qr Scanner ®

Easily scan and create custom QR codes and barcodes with stylish designs. Store, export, and organize your scanned or generated codes for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • QR code reader and scanner
  • Barcode reader and scanner
  • Create stylish and animated QR codes
  • Store and export codes
  • Read barcodes from photos
  • Support for various code types and data formats
Features
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The app which can be used as a QR code reader, qr code scanner and barcode reader as well as other type of codes reader & scanner, will be the easiest and the best experience you've ever had. • Stylish and Animated QR codes Design your QR codes the way you want. if you are looking for something other than the usual qr code designs today, you can add images or gifs to your QR codes, change the colors and create the qr code according to your design sense and content. • Store and Export Store and export qr codes and barcodes. Easily discover and organize what has been scanned or created in your list. • Easy to Use The design of the Qr code scanner app appeals to everyone and eliminates all usage difficulties. FEATURES - QR code reader & scanner - Read & Scan Barcodes - Export & share codes - Read Barcodes from Photos - Support for Contacts, Email, Text, SMS, Wifi, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Website Url and others - Store and Explore Scanned or Created Codes - Supported Code types: AZTEC, CODE 128, CODE39MOD43, COD39, CODE93, QR CODE, EAN13, EAN8, INTERLEAVED2OF5, ITF14, UPC, PDF417

Screenshots

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan4 screens
QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® at 100% against Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's 20%. QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (258 vs 7). 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. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. 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 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan has 258 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 20% of Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's written reviews are positive against 100% of QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan versus QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode & QR Code Reader ScanQR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (258 ratings) — better3.6 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings258 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size125 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsBEYLER Software

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 Code Reader & qr Scanner ®

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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 Code Reader & qr Scanner ®

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
Show 14 more
  • 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
5 purchases

QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®

Subscriptions5
  • Premium Access$2.997 Days
  • Premium Access$4.991 Month
  • Premium Access$6.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan free?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® free?
QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is rated higher. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan averages 4.4 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® averages 3.6 from 7 ratings.
Do Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® have ads?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan shows ads; QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ®?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, and QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® monthly. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan was updated on October 6, 2026 and QR Code Reader & qr Scanner ® on October 2, 2026.

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