Comparison

QR Code · vs ScanBar

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

Head to head
About

QR Code ·

Easily scan QR codes and up to 12 types of barcodes with a simple and efficient interface. Access scan history, create your own QR codes, and find product nutritional information. Offers a premium subscription for unlimited scans and ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Scan history
  • Create QR codes
  • Product nutritional info lookup
  • Simple and efficient design
  • Share QR codes
Features
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There are thousands of apps for scanning qr code, but this app is the most complete of all! Its design was thought to make its use very simple and efficient. You can quickly scan any qr code and up to 12 types of barcodes. With this reader, you can prepare your shopping list, have a history of your scans, create your own QR-Codes and share them with those around you. In addition, this application allows you to find the nutriscore of any product in the openfoodfact base. You will understand, our objective is to simplify the scan of products to have information or simply to know the price. You can subscribe for premium account with unlimited scans, create QR code and no ads. Subscription is from $1.99/Month Length of Subscription: 1 Month Price: $1.99/Month · All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. · Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. · Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. · Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. · Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase. · No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. · You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. Term of uses : www.nextepio.com/term-of-uses.html You can subscribe for premium account with unlimited scans, create QR code and no ads. Subscription is from $5.99/Month Length of Subscription: 1 Month Price: $5.99/Month · All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. · Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. · Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. · Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. · Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase. · No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. · You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. Term of uses : www.nextepio.com/term-of-uses.html NEXTEPIO SAS - Made in France "QR Code" is registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED

About

ScanBar

This app transforms your device into a versatile scanner for barcodes and QR codes. Easily track product prices, save scanned information like links and Wi-Fi details, and generate your own QR codes. It prioritizes user privacy with iCloud backup and no data collection.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning and price tracking
  • QR code scanning and saving
  • QR code generation
  • Personal product database
  • iCloud backup
  • Privacy-focused data handling
Features
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ScanBar turns your iPhone and iPad into a powerful barcode and QR code scanner — built for everyday life. Scan any barcode to save products, track prices, and compare where you shop. Scan QR codes to instantly access links, texts, Wi-Fi networks, and more — then save them for later. No more losing that coupon code or forgetting which store had the best price. BARCODE SCANNER & PRICE TRACKER - Scan product barcodes and save them with prices - Add the store or market where you bought each item - Compare prices across different stores at a glance - Build your personal product and grocery database QR CODE READER & SAVER - Scan QR codes instantly — links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, and more - Save your scans and access them anytime - No need to rush — scan now, open later QR CODE GENERATOR - Create your own QR codes from links, text, or contacts - Share them with anyone, instantly BUILT FOR YOUR PRIVACY - iCloud backup keeps your data synced across all your devices - No data collected — your scans stay yours - Lightweight and fast — under 6 MB FREE TO USE - Unlimited barcode and QR code scanning - Save up to 3 QR codes, 3 products, and 2 stores - Create up to 2 QR codes - Upgrade to ScanBar Pro for unlimited everything Whether you're comparing grocery prices, saving discount coupons, or capturing QR codes on the go — ScanBar is the only scanner you need.

Screenshots

QR Code ·3 screens
ScanBar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ScanBar at none against QR Code ·'s shown. ScanBar also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3). QR Code ·'s advantage is ratings volume (26 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. QR Code · sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and ScanBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanBar holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code · has 26 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code · ships an update every 6 weeks, ScanBar every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QR Code · versus ScanBar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code ·ScanBar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (26 ratings)4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEXTEPIO SASRaphael Monteiro

Customer experience

QR Code ·

All ratings26 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive78.9%
Neutral10.5%
Negative10.5%

ScanBar

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code ·

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$1.991 Month
1 purchases

ScanBar

One-time1
  • BarScan Scanner Pro$1.99

Questions

Is QR Code · free?
QR Code · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanBar free?
ScanBar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code · or ScanBar?
ScanBar is rated higher. QR Code · averages 4.3 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while ScanBar averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.
Do QR Code · or ScanBar have ads?
QR Code · shows ads; ScanBar does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code · or ScanBar?
QR Code · ships an update every 6 weeks, and ScanBar every 2 months. Most recently, QR Code · was updated on October 11, 2026 and ScanBar on October 8, 2026.

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