# Barcode vs QrenzaScan

The clearest difference is rating: QrenzaScan at 5.0 against Barcode's 4.2. QrenzaScan also leads on ads (none vs shown). Barcode's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs subscription) and ratings volume (535 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

QrenzaScan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barcode has 535 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Barcode ships an update every 3 weeks, QrenzaScan every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Barcode | QrenzaScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (535 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-qr-code-scanner/id1468426442/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrenzascan-qr-code-scanner/id6670147769/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **535** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Subscription |
| Size | 25 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Huy Nguyen Dang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447842064) | [YACER ABDELAZIZ Y BOUCHEMA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1763664193) |

## What reviewers say

### Barcode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-qr-code-scanner/id1468426442)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### QrenzaScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrenzascan-qr-code-scanner/id6670147769)

This app is a versatile QR code and barcode utility. It allows you to quickly scan various codes, including from photos, and also generate your own QR codes for links, WiFi, and contact information. It prioritizes speed, privacy, and offline functionality.

**Highlights:** Scan QR codes and barcodes, Create custom QR codes, Scan from photos/screenshots, WiFi QR code generation, Ad-free experience (Pro), Offline functionality, Scan history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Barcode free?

Barcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is QrenzaScan free?

QrenzaScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Barcode or QrenzaScan?

QrenzaScan is rated higher. Barcode averages 4.2 out of 5 from 535 ratings, while QrenzaScan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Barcode or QrenzaScan have ads?

Barcode shows ads; QrenzaScan does not.

### Which is updated more often, Barcode or QrenzaScan?

Barcode ships an update every 3 weeks, and QrenzaScan every 2 months. Most recently, Barcode was updated on September 21, 2026 and QrenzaScan on September 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*