Comparison

Barcode Scanner X vs QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Scanner X

Easily scan 1D and 2D barcodes with a fast and intuitive interface. Save scanned results to a history for later review, copying, or searching. Ideal for product checks, inventory, and shipping.

Highlights
  • Wide format support for 1D and 2D codes
  • Automatic scan history saving
  • Share history via email or clipboard
  • Configurable barcode type scanning
  • Power-saving camera pause
  • Search scanned results
Features
Read full description

A fast and easy-to-use barcode scanner for reading 1D and 2D codes with saved history. Scanned results can be stored automatically, so you can review, copy, and search them later with ease. Designed for quick everyday use, it works well for product checks, inventory tasks, and shipment label scanning. # Main Features - Wide format support: Reads many 1D and 2D code types - History saving: Automatically save your scan history - Sharing: Share your history via email or clipboard with other apps - Configurable: Choose the type of barcodes to scan - Power-saving: Save battery by pausing the camera when not needed - Search results: Easily look up scanned results using a search engine # How to Use - Scan: Use the camera on the screen to scan barcodes - Add to history: Save results to history using the blue circle button - Auto-delete: If you don't press the blue button, the result will be automatically deleted after a few seconds (adjustable in settings) - Stop: Stop scanning and switch to the result list mode using the stop button - Copy & Search: Tap results to copy, and use the i button for detailed search - Delete: Swipe left to delete results Use it in various daily scenarios. # Supported Barcode Types QR Code MicroQR Data Matrix UPC-A UPC-E EAN-8 (JAN-8) EAN-13 (JAN-13) Code 39 Code 39 Extended Code 93 Code 93 Extended Code 128 (EAN-128 GS1-128) Codabar (NW-7) ITF Interleaved 2 of 5 GS1 Databar (RSS-14) GS1 Databar Expanded GS1 Databar Limited PDF 417 MicroPDF417 # Notes - The camera image and barcode recognition frame may misalign while moving the device. - Recognition may not always be accurate (100% accuracy is not guaranteed). Recognition can fail or be incorrect depending on conditions such as brightness, size, or barcode quality. - There may be occasional misidentification of barcode types (improve by narrowing the barcode types in the settings menu). - For best results, scan barcodes in landscape orientation. Vertical or rotated barcodes may be less accurate. - GS1-128 is recognized as Code128. - This app will display ads during use. Billing Information # Free Version ・Ads are displayed. ・Some features have usage limits. # Pro Version ・Use all features without ads and without limits. # About Subscription Auto-Renewal When you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription, payment will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew. To stop auto-renewal, please turn it off at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period. If you do not turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, your selected monthly or yearly plan will automatically renew, and you will be charged accordingly. Subscriptions and auto-renewal can be managed in your account settings after purchase. Cancellation for the used portion of the subscription period will not be accepted after starting to use the service. # Terms of Use https://digitalnauts.com/terms/app_term_of_use/ # Privacy Policy https://digitalnauts.com/privacypolicy/ # Developer DIGITALNAUTS INC. https://digitalnauts.com/

About

QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

This app quickly scans and reads all types of QR codes and barcodes. It also functions as a QR code generator for various data types and allows for price comparison of product barcodes. No internet connection is needed for scanning.

Highlights
  • Fastest QR code and barcode scanning
  • QR code and barcode generator
  • Supports all QR and barcode formats
  • Scan history saved
  • No internet connection required
  • Add codes to favorites
Features
Read full description

The fastest QR code reader and Barcode scanner. QR & Barcode Scanner app is the fastest QR code scanner / bar code scanner out there. QR & Barcode Scanner is an essential QR reader for every iOS devices. QR & Barcode Scanner can scan and read all QR codes / barcode types including text, url, ISBN, product, contact, calendar, email, location, Wi-Fi and many more formats. After scan and automatic decoding user is provided with only the relevant options for individual QR or Barcode type and can take appropriate action. QR code scanner, barcode scanner app is also QR code generator in your pocket. Using QR generator is extremely easy to use, simply enter the data you wish on QR code and click to generate QR codes. With barcode reader app you can also scan product barcodes. Scan with bar code reader in shops and compare prices with online prices to save money. QR & Barcode Scanner app is the only free QR code reader / barcode scanner you will ever need. List of Amazing Features of QR & Barcode Scanner app: 1. Fastest QR code & Barcode scan 2. Add QR code & Barcode to Favourite 3. Code Generator: - generate code for Website, Wi-Fi, Events, Contacts, Telephone, etc... - generate code for Social network like: Twitter, Facebook, Telegram, etc... - generate Barcode and 2D codes: PDF 147, EAN 8, Code 39, IFT, UPC A, etc... 4. Support all QR & barcode formats 5. All scan history will be saved 6. No internet connection required The simplest QR reader for free. It can scan QR code automatically and create your own QR codes. Download the QR reader app now. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below https://sites.google.com/view/btb-ios-group/ ToS: https://sites.google.com/view/btb-ios-group-tos/

Screenshots

Barcode Scanner X4 screens
QR Code & Barcode Reader ©4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: QR Code & Barcode Reader © at none against Barcode Scanner X's shown. QR Code & Barcode Reader © also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (241 vs 30). Barcode Scanner X's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). 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 Scanner X sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and QR Code & Barcode Reader © sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code & Barcode Reader © holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code & Barcode Reader © has 241 ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Barcode Scanner X's written reviews are positive against 80% of QR Code & Barcode Reader ©'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, QR Code & Barcode Reader © every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Barcode Scanner X versus QR Code & Barcode Reader ©: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scanner XQR Code & Barcode Reader ©
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (30 ratings)4.7 (241 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30241 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIGITALNAUTS INC.BTB Tech, Inc

Customer experience

Barcode Scanner X

All ratings30 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative27.3%

QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

All ratings241 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Barcode Scanner X

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$12.99
9 purchases

QR Code & Barcode Reader ©

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly (Big Sale)3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • QR Scanner Weekly 30% Off3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • QR Scanner Premium Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Yearly (Big Sale)3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • QR Scanner Yearly 30% Off3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • QR Scanner Premium Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premium Membership$0.69
  • Premium Membership (Big Sale)$29.99
  • QR Scanner Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Barcode Scanner X free?
Barcode Scanner X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code & Barcode Reader © free?
QR Code & Barcode Reader © is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode Scanner X or QR Code & Barcode Reader ©?
QR Code & Barcode Reader © is rated higher. Barcode Scanner X averages 4.3 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while QR Code & Barcode Reader © averages 4.7 from 241 ratings.
Do Barcode Scanner X or QR Code & Barcode Reader © have ads?
Barcode Scanner X shows ads; QR Code & Barcode Reader © does not.
Which is updated more often, Barcode Scanner X or QR Code & Barcode Reader ©?
Barcode Scanner X ships an update every 3 weeks, and QR Code & Barcode Reader © every 2 months. Most recently, Barcode Scanner X was updated on November 2, 2026 and QR Code & Barcode Reader © on November 3, 2026.

Other comparisons