# Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan vs QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro at 67% against Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's 20%. QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro has 2.9K ratings behind it against 258, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan's written reviews are positive against 67% of QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro's.

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 10, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan | QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-and-qr-code-reader-scan/id1358241316/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readergenerator-pro/id6670405091/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 258 | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#193** |
| Size | 125 MB | 849 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [YunoApp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546372008) |

## 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 |


### QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-readergenerator-pro/id6670405091)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various purposes. Access product information from online stores, create codes for URLs or business cards, and manage your scan history. Offers a streamlined experience for all your code scanning needs.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes, Scan barcodes, Create QR codes, Access scan history, View product information, Generate codes for URLs and business cards

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 👍 Reliable for event check-ins
- 👍 Useful for everyday tasks
- 👍 Hassle-free shopping
- 👍 Simple and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't provide results after scanning
- 💰 Subscription issues, hidden fees

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't scan some barcodes/QR codes
- Login screen freezes

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to easily cancel subscription


## 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 QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro free?

QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro?

QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro is rated higher. Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan averages 4.4 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro averages 4.7 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro have ads?

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan shows ads; QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan or QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro?

Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan ships an update every 9 days, and QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro fortnightly. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Reader Scan was updated on August 10, 2026 and QR Code Reader＋Generator Pro on September 22, 2026.

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