Comparison

Barcode vs Qr

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

Head to head
About

Barcode

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes. This app decodes various types of information, including text, URLs, contacts, and Wi-Fi credentials. It also allows you to create custom QR codes for sharing and saving.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate QR codes
  • Decode text, URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi
  • Save and share generated codes
  • View product information
  • Offline scanning support
  • Scan history management
Features
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The best QR code reader & barcode scanner QR code reader & barcode scanner: Read qr code, scan barcode, QR code generator including text, URL, ISBN, contact, calendar, email, location QR code reader is the best scan QR code application, the fastest. It is both QR code scanner, QR code generator and barcode scanner. QRcode reader is designed to decode (scan code) and encode (create QR) information, The barcode scanner app can scan and read all QR code types including text, URL, ISBN, contact, calendar, email, location, Wi-Fi and many other formats. Never been deciphered so easily. Just with your cell phone, you can read the information behind the square barcode / QRcode quickly in just seconds. QRcode reader application is really easy to use it. Open the application -> Scan -> point the camera to QR code or bar code that you want to scan, QRcode Reader will automatically recognize any QRcode. When scanning the QR, if the code contains a URL, you can open browser to the site by press browser button. If the code contains only text, you can instantly see. QR code generator application can generate QR code types and allows you to save, share code you just created. The barcode scanner is best supported for your devices. Enjoy all the benefits of scanning QR codes /barcode everytime, everywhere. Features of QR code reader - Easily scan QR code and generate code - Powerful QR decode speed - QRcode generator allow you to encrypt personal information, create codes for messages, wifi, phone numbers, location and share with friends. - Generate QR code for a piece of text, a web link - Create QR code for the message you want to send to your friends or relatives - Generate code for the directions map where you will go and share it with everyone. - Create QR from contacts or bookmarks for your friend to scan it on their device - Barcode Scanner allows you to view detailed product information by QRcode at stores, supermarkets, ... - QRcode scanner does not need Internet connection to scan QR code/ barcode - The QR code generator can saves and shares code you just encrypted - Save QR history, filter support and search your QR scan history QR code scanner is widely used to decode QR/barcode such as ISBN, EAN, UPC, matrix data and other codes. QR code reader is designed with the permission of the camera. If you are interested in security, this is the application that scans the code you need. It is safe and fully compatible with your devices The barcode scanner is comparable to a professional QRcode reader, QR code reader. QR code scanner is very fast and useful Please give me your feedback to improve the app in next vertion!

About

Qr

Instantly scan and create QR codes and barcodes to access product information, store prices, and online details. Organize your scans into folders, utilize batch scanning, and share unlimited codes in various formats. Protect your app with a secure password.

Highlights
  • Scan product and online store info
  • Organize scans by category
  • Create unlimited QR codes
  • Batch scanning function
  • App lock for security
  • Support multiple barcode formats
Features
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The best QR Code and Barcode Scanner! Scan any of the 150 million + items in our database to find instant product and online store info right on your smartphone. KEY FEATURES
 - Detailed information about products & food. You get product information, photos and store pricing for millions of items worldwide just by typing in the item's barcode number. We leverage the power of our gigantic database of barcodes and product data, sourced from big retailers and e-commerce sites all over the world, to bring you clear, useful info on any product you're interested in.
 - Scan history sorted by category. All your scanned result will be included in the scan history and sorted by category. You can delete, organize the scan results and put them in folders you can create. - Folders for convenient utilization. You can organize your QR Code and Barcode in multiple folders.
 - Fast batch scanning function. You can use this feature to scan your QR code in batches. Increase the scanning speed without wasting time.
 - Create & share unlimited QR codes anytime in multiple formats, Weblink, text, Phone number, Email address, Calendar,etc. - App Lock.You can set a separate secure password for your own QR Code Reader app to protect your personal app security. - Support Multiple Formats. UPC, EAN ISBN, EQS, QR Code, Data Matrix, Quick Code, Code39 and Code128. SUBSCRIPTION - Subscription for PRO account will allow you to unlock all the features with unlimited exports and folders, batch scanning and pin protection, custom QR codes and no ads. - Subscription plans are Weekly and Annual (each includes 3 days free trial). - The active subscription plan automatically renews if auto-renew is not turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Once the purchase will be confirmed the payment will be charged to your iTunes Account. 
 - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.
 - From the Account Settings user can manage subscription plans and turn auto-renewal on/off after purchase. Please read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. https://www.btappstudio.com/privacy-policy https://www.btappstudio.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Barcode4 screens
Qr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barcode at none against Qr's 6. Barcode also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 36%). Qr's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 535). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Qr sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Barcode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Qr holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Qr has 3.6K ratings behind it against 535, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Barcode's written reviews are positive against 36% of Qr's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode ships an update every 3 weeks, Qr fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Barcode versus Qr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcodeQr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (535 ratings)4.4 (3.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.4% of reviews — better36.4% of reviews
Number of ratings5353.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHuy Nguyen DangBLUE CODE APPS LTD

Customer experience

Barcode

All ratings535 ratings
Positive78.3%
Neutral6.4%
Negative15.3%
Written reviews81 reviews
Positive65.4%
Neutral6.2%
Negative28.4%

Qr

All ratings3,579 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral4.0%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative62.9%

User reviews

Barcode

From 535 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works beautifully
  • 👍 Best Christian source for information
  • 👍 Brilliant and easy to use
  • 👍 Great scanner
  • 👍 Simple to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 This is horrible and does nothing
  • 🐛 Doesn't work
  • 🐛 Didn't open safari
  • 🐛 Poor for creating
  • 🐛 Not taking me too the online websites

Qr

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Makes life easier
  • 👍 Great app
  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 👍 Accurate and easy to use
  • 👍 Quick and reliable

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paid app, used to be free
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 💰 Charges hidden, not upfront
  • 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
  • 🐛 Scanning issues

Bugs and requests

Barcode

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

Qr

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scanning issues
  • Crashes
  • Compatibility problems

Requested features

2 requests
  • Free version or ad-supported option
  • One-time purchase instead of subscription

In-app purchases

None

Barcode

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Qr

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Barcode free?
Barcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Qr free?
Qr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode or Qr?
Qr is rated higher. Barcode averages 4.2 out of 5 from 535 ratings, while Qr averages 4.4 from 3.6K ratings.
Do Barcode or Qr have ads?
Both Barcode and Qr show ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode or Qr?
Barcode ships an update every 3 weeks, and Qr fortnightly. Most recently, Barcode was updated on October 1, 2026 and Qr on October 1, 2026.

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