Barcode Factory Lite vs The QR Code Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barcode Factory Lite
This utility app allows users to scan and generate various 1D and 2D barcodes. It supports numerous symbologies for scanning and offers generation in several common formats. Features include augmented reality scanning and split-screen functionality.
- Scan 1D and 2D barcodes
- Generate barcodes in multiple formats
- Supports numerous barcode symbologies
- Augmented Reality (AR) scan mode
- Split-screen multitasking support
- Handles all device orientations
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Barcode Factory Lite handles both sides of the equation with both 1D and 2D barcodes in a number of symbologies. It reads nearly every common format in use today and creates barcodes in 4 common formats. The app supports all device orientations and dynamic split-screening with other apps on supported devices. In Augmented Reality (AR) Scan mode, labels hover over barcodes in real-time. Scan the following barcode symbologies: * Aztec * Codabar * Code-128 (A, B, C) * Code-39 (including Full ASCII and Mod 43) * Code-93(i) * Data Matrix * EAN-13 (including ISBN) * EAN-8 * GS-1 Databar (including Limited and Expanded) * Interleaved 2 of 5 (including Checksum) * ITF-14 * MicroQR * PDF-417 * QR Code * UPC-E Generate your own barcodes (included inverted) in the following symbologies: * Aztec * Code-128B * PDF-417 * QR Code --- If you enjoy this app, please consider Barcode Factory Pro, which adds all these features: SCANNER Toggle to scan inverted (white-on-black) barcodes Extended Details: * Code-39: VIN parsed for vehicle country and year * EAN-8, EAN-13: GS1 Country codes * EAN-8, EAN-13: Books, serials, drugs, coupons * PDF-417: AAMVA driver license parsed for name and city Detect faces GENERATOR Additional formats: * Codabar (A-sentinels) * Code-39 * Interleaved 2 of 5 Export your generated barcodes by: * Long-pressing to share to email, AirPrint, iMessage, social media, Photo Gallery, and more! * Drag-and-drop to another app in split-screen (Note: You must return to full screen to resume scanning.)
The QR Code Reader
This utility scans QR codes and barcodes quickly and efficiently. It works offline, respects user privacy by not collecting data, and offers features like scan history and QR code generation. Advanced options include exporting history and batch scanning.
- QR code and barcode scanning
- Offline functionality
- Privacy-focused (no data collection)
- Scan history
- QR code generation
- Export scan history (PRO)
- Batch scanning (PRO)
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Simple and easy QR Code & Barcode scanner: - Advertisement free - Works offline - Respects your privacy: Data Not Collected - Scan QR Codes, Barcodes - See the history of your scanned codes - Generate QR codes - Export scan history (PRO) - Batch scan (PRO) Code types: - QR codes - Aztec - Data Matrix - Barcodes (Code 39, Code 39 Mod43, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC, EAN-8, EAN-13, PDF417, ITF-14)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: The QR Code Reader at 4.6 against Barcode Factory Lite's 3.7. Barcode Factory Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. The QR Code Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Barcode Factory Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.
The QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Barcode Factory Lite ships an update every 3 weeks, The QR Code Reader every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barcode Factory Lite | The QR Code Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 4.6 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HullBreach Studios Ltd. | Adam Feher |
Customer experience
Barcode Factory Lite
The QR Code Reader
In-app purchases
Barcode Factory Lite
No in-app purchases
The QR Code Reader
- Pro Reader$4.99
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