QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator vs MatrixQR
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.
MatrixQR
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MatrixQR - The Ultimate QR Code Scanner and Generator Scan any QR code or barcode instantly with your camera. Create clean, customizable QR codes in seconds. MatrixQR is a fast and reliable QR tool built with privacy in mind. SCAN ANYTHING - Instant QR code scanning - Scan from photos in your gallery - Auto-detect URLs, WiFi, contacts, and more - Flash support for low-light scanning CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES - Generate QR codes for URLs, text, WiFi, and contacts - Customize colors and styles - Embed your logo with MatrixQR Pro - Social media and payment QR codes with MatrixQR Pro EASY SHARING - Save QR codes to your photos - Share directly to any app - Copy scanned content with one tap LIGHTNING FAST - Instant scanning and generation - Works offline - No account required PRIVATE AND SECURE - All data stays on your device - No tracking or analytics - No ads MatrixQR Pro unlocks: - Custom logo embedding - Pro QR types including social, payment, and events - Unlimited scan history Download MatrixQR now. The only QR app you will ever need. Available in English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Japanese, and Chinese. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator at none against MatrixQR's 2. MatrixQR's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 6 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. MatrixQR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, MatrixQR daily. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator | MatrixQR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Erkan Yayman | FRANCESCO FRANCO MAISANO |
In-app purchases
QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator
No in-app purchases
MatrixQR
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- default$19.991 Year
Questions
Is QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator free?
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Do QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator or MatrixQR have ads?
Which is updated more often, QR/Barcode Scanner & Generator or MatrixQR?
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