Comparison

QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator vs QRCode Reader & Scan

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

Head to head
About

QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator

Easily scan and generate QR codes and various barcode formats using your device's camera. Automatically navigate to web links embedded in QR codes or create your own codes to share via social media and messaging apps. Supports flashlight for low-light scanning.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate custom QR codes and barcodes
  • Automatic web link navigation
  • Social media sharing
  • Flashlight support for low light
  • Supports multiple barcode formats
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The app is designed to generate and read all barcodes supported by QR Code and Barcode. You only need to open the app and scan the barcode with the camera. The app automatically recognizes any QR Code or barcode which are scanned by the camera. You can navigate to a website automatically if the QR Code includes a web page link. You can also create your own QR Code or barcode. You can share the created barcodes with your friends. It shows the list of available apps (Email, Message, Whatsapp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and shared with the selected application. Reader Support: QRCode, Code_128, Code_93, Code_39,EAN_13, EAN_8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Data Matrix, PDF_417, RSS_14, Maxicod, Rss_expanded, MSI, plessey, imb, all_1D. Generator Support: QRCode,Code_128, Code_39, Code_93, EAN_13, EAN_8, Data Matrix. - Social Media Share - Flashlight support on the dim light environments.

About

QRCode Reader & Scan

Features
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QR Code Scanner for your daily use. Scan QR code anytime and anywhere. Create codes with QR generator. QR Scan features: - Scan all types of QR codes - QR Code detailed data cards - Scan history QR code generator: - Create unlimited number of QR codes - Export and share QR codes Barcode scanner features: - Scan all types of barcodes such as Code 39, Code 128 or UPC - Save, export and share all barcodes Terms of service: https://artep.eu/qr-code/privacy_policy_qr-code.pdf Privacy policy: https://artep.eu/qr-code/privacy_policy_qr-code.pdf

Screenshots

QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator4 screens
QRCode Reader & Scan2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator at none against QRCode Reader & Scan's 4. QRCode Reader & Scan's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. QRCode Reader & Scan sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, QRCode Reader & Scan every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator versus QRCode Reader & Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR/Barcode Scanner & GeneratorQRCode Reader & Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperErkan YaymanArtep Media Development SRL

In-app purchases

None

QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

QRCode Reader & Scan

One-time4
  • 3-DAY FREE TRIAL$4.99
  • 1 WEEK PLAN$4.99
  • 1 MONTH PLAN$10.99
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  • 1 YEAR PLAN$40.99

Questions

Is QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator free?
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QRCode Reader & Scan free?
QRCode Reader & Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator or QRCode Reader & Scan have ads?
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator shows ads; QRCode Reader & Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator or QRCode Reader & Scan?
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, and QRCode Reader & Scan every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator was updated on October 2, 2026 and QRCode Reader & Scan on October 7, 2026.

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