Comparison

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

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 & Scanner Pro

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes. Get product information, compare prices, and track price history. Share content from apps and create custom codes for social media or contact details.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Product information lookup
  • Price comparison and history
  • Share content as QR codes
  • Scan history export
Features
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Quick QR Code Reader & Generator, the useful tool for you to generate and scan Barcodes. Whether you are looking for scanning, creation or reading codes this app is for you, customized QR codes with some Unique designs. Generating QR is so simple as you can create Barcode and save them for future use. QR code reader is user friendly, easy to use and fast to read. With QR Code Reader, You can get; • Product information: easily obtain product name, specification, category, manufacturer, origin and other information. • Price comparison: Product price comparison of mainstream e-commerce platforms. • Price History: The price of the product for the last time period is displayed on the results page. You can know the lowest price in the last time period. • Product Search: Products on many websites have different prices. You can get it quickly from different websites. • Easily share content from within apps as QR codes (i.e. generate a QR code to share a website URL). • Social media: QR code generator for mainstream social media accounts. • Convenient and fast: You can quickly get contact information, URL, WIFI password, event details, etc. • Export your scan history : Import it to your favorite spreadsheet (or save it to any cloud. Whether you want to scan QR code to connect wifi, want to share any URL, contact, messages or want to Barcode of your CV this app gives you all the features as this all in one code scanner. You can save the history of scanning data and Customize your QR code as you want to design your code which looks more attractive. If you want to scan any code of a discount offer, barcode of any items or QR code of Wifi, this app is for you. With fast QR code scanning and Generating you can share data in seconds and it will save your time. So, what are you waiting for, install bar code reader, scan and share your personalized codes for fast data transfer now. Subscription & Payment Details: • Payment is charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • Manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription during the trial. • One 3-day free trial per user. After 3 days, your plan renews automatically unless canceled in time. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QIJYpNqr6fE2go7IC4xNbT1be0wHNRYOv1XTmnl9iO0/edit?tab=t.0End-User License Agreement (EULA) : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MNm4DZOokco7CwzVSqtVAku3aqeycPQnCCynFTSrGGA/edit?tab=t.0

Screenshots

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan4 screens
QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro at 75% against Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's 20%. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (258 vs 46). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 & Scanner Pro sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan has 258 ratings behind it against 46, 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 75% of QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro'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 & Scanner Pro every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on August 10, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan versus QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode & QR Code Reader ScanQR Code Reader & Scanner Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (258 ratings) — better4.2 (46 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings258 — better46
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size125 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsdigital roots technologies

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 & Scanner Pro

All ratings46 ratings
Positive80.4%
Neutral4.3%
Negative15.2%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

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
8 purchases

QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Sub + 7 day Free Trial7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Trial 50% Off3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Weekly Trial Offer3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Mega Monthly Exclusive Offer3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Trial Offer3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime PRO$69.99

Questions

Is Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan free?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro free?
QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro?
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 & Scanner Pro averages 4.2 from 46 ratings.
Do Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro have ads?
Both Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan and QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro show ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro?
Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, and QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro every 10 days. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan was updated on August 10, 2026 and QR Code Reader & Scanner Pro on September 10, 2026.

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