# Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan vs QRReader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QRReader at 100% against Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's 20%. QRReader also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (258 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and QRReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

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 5, 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 QRReader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, QRReader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 10, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan | QRReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-and-qr-code-reader-scan/id1358241316/reviews)** | [3.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrreader-barcode-and-qr-scanner/id6451081395/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **258** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 125 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [上海聚鹏科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1164858988) |

## What reviewers say

### Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-and-qr-code-reader-scan/id1358241316)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Best QR Barcode Reader Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Code Scan & Barcode Read + | $5.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Barcode Scanner & QR Code Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| QR Code Read & Scan: Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| QR Code & Barcode Generator | $13.99 | per month |
| QR Mate Scanner: Annual | $24.90 | per year |
| QR Code & Barcode Reader | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 3-Month Gold Plan | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro QR Code Scanner & Maker | $35.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Pro Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| QR Code Maker & QR Scanner | $54.99 | per 6 months |
| QR Scanner & Barcode Read Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Barcode Scanner & QR Code Read | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| QR Code Scan & Barcode Reader+ | $99.99 | per year |
| QR Mate Reader: Lifetime Pack | $59.99 | one-time |


### QRReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrreader-barcode-and-qr-scanner/id6451081395)

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to quickly access information. Create and share your own QR codes, and archive your scan history. An optional premium upgrade unlocks all features and future updates.

**Highlights:** QR Code Scanner, Barcode Scanner, Create QR Codes, Share QR Codes, Auto Scan, CSV Export, Scan History Archive

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime premium membership | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan free?

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QRReader free?

QRReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QRReader?

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is rated higher. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan averages 4.4 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while QRReader averages 3.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QRReader have ads?

Both Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan and QRReader show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QRReader?

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, and QRReader fortnightly. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan was updated on August 10, 2026 and QRReader on September 19, 2026.

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