QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator vs QR Codes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
QR Codes
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QR Code and Barcode Scanner. Easy and lightweight. No Ads. Always free QR and Barcode scanner app. No account is needed. Create QR codes to promote for your social channels and events. Generate your own QR code and when a person scans it, you can send them to: - Any URL you choose - Map Locations - SMS Messages - An E-mail address - A Phone number - Custom Text Messages - Events - Influencer pages, Meta, X, Insta,YT QR and barcode scanners and generators are essential for every iOS device. Activate QR can scan and read any type of QR code / barcode Including text, url, ISBN, product, contact, calendar, email, location, Wi-Fi and many more formats!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: QR Codes at none against QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, QR Codes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator | QR Codes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Erkan Yayman | Activate Software Limited |
In-app purchases
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator
No in-app purchases
QR Codes
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator free?
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Do QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator or QR Codes have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator or QR Codes?
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