Comparison

QR Code & Barcode Scanner vs BinThere

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

Head to head
About

QR Code & Barcode Scanner

This app goes beyond basic scanning, offering intelligent food analysis with Nutri-Score and allergen alerts. It also provides smart utilities for WiFi, contacts, and email, along with a creation studio for custom QR codes.

Highlights
  • Instant health check for food (Nutri-Score, Eco-Score)
  • Allergen and additive alerts
  • WiFi connection via scan
  • Smart actions for maps, contacts, email
  • Custom QR code creation with logos and backgrounds
  • Ad-free experience with premium subscription
Features
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QR Code & Barcode Scanner — Fast & Easy to Use A complete QR code scanner and barcode scanner for everyday use. Scan QR codes, barcodes, and more in an instant — with smart actions that do the work for you. SCAN QR CODES & BARCODES — INSTANTLY Point your camera and go. Our QR code scanner reads all major code types in seconds: • QR Codes: URLs, WiFi passwords, contacts, locations, emails, and more • Barcodes: Scan any product barcode for immediate results • Smart Actions: One tap to open Maps, save a contact, join WiFi, or send an email — no manual typing needed QR CODE GENERATOR — CREATE IN SECONDS A full QR code generator, built in. • Generate QR codes for WiFi, Website, Location, Contact, Email, and SMS • Custom dot patterns and artistic backgrounds • Embed your own logo inside any QR code (Pro) STAY SAFE EVERY SCAN Not all QR codes are safe. Upgrade to Pro and our URL Safety Check scans links before they open — helping protect you from known scams and malicious sites. FOOD & NUTRITION SCANNER Turn your barcode scanner into a health tool. • Instantly see Nutri-Score, Eco-Score, and Nova Group for supported food products • Automatic alerts for allergens, additives, and gluten where available • Clear breakdown of salt, sugar, and fat content PRO FEATURES • Ad-Free scanning — zero interruptions • Multi Scan — scan multiple QR codes or barcodes in one session • URL Safety Check — scan links before opening to help protect against known scams • Smart History Search — find any past scan instantly • All premium QR code generator backgrounds unlocked • Custom logo inside your generated QR codes Subscriptions are charged to your App Store account at purchase confirmation and renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use: https://qr1.kruso.app/terms

About

BinThere

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Never miss bin day again. BinThere is a simple, council‑agnostic bin reminder app for UK households. Set your schedule once and we’ll keep reminding you — with quick one‑off changes when the council shifts collections (bank holidays, missed runs, etc.). What you can do • Set up multiple bins (General Waste, Glass/Plastic, Garden Waste, Cardboard — and custom bins) • Support for weekly, fortnightly, 3‑weekly, and custom schedules • Reminders the evening before and/or the morning of collection day • Calendar view showing what’s due and when • One‑off changes: move or skip a single collection • Bin guide notes (add your own “what goes in this bin” list) • Backup & restore via JSON export/import • Remove ads option Designed for real life No accounts. No council logins. Just a clean, reliable bin schedule you control. Privacy Policy: https://bin-there.app/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

QR Code & Barcode Scanner4 screens
BinThere4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BinThere at none against QR Code & Barcode Scanner's shown. BinThere also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Code & Barcode Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and BinThere sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update monthly, BinThere fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code & Barcode Scanner versus BinThere: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code & Barcode ScannerBinThere
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCW LeeBPS Designs Limited

In-app purchases

6 purchases

QR Code & Barcode Scanner

Subscriptions6
  • 1 Week · 3 Day Free Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscriptions3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • 1 Week · 3 Day Free Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$8.491 Month
  • 1 Week · 3 Day Free Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 1 Week · 3 Day Free Trial3 Days trial$10.497 Days
1 purchases

BinThere

Subscriptions1
  • Remove Ads$4.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code & Barcode Scanner free?
QR Code & Barcode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BinThere free?
BinThere is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code & Barcode Scanner or BinThere have ads?
QR Code & Barcode Scanner shows ads; BinThere does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code & Barcode Scanner or BinThere?
QR Code & Barcode Scanner ships an update monthly, and BinThere fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code & Barcode Scanner was updated on October 8, 2026 and BinThere on October 1, 2026.

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