Comparison

Barcode Scanner & QR Code vs PocketQR

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

Head to head
About

Barcode Scanner & QR Code

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The fastest QR code scanner and barcode reader for iPhone. Scan any QR code or barcode in under a second, create custom QR codes with your own colors and logo, and keep all your scan history organized — all in one beautiful app. LIGHTNING-FAST SCANNING • Instant QR code and barcode recognition — under 0.2 seconds • Supports QR, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 128, Code 39, PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, UPC-E • Auto-detect content type: URL, Wi-Fi, Contact, Email, Phone, SMS, Location, Calendar • Smart actions: open links, connect to Wi-Fi, add contacts, call numbers — one tap • Flashlight for low-light scanning • Scan QR codes from photos in your gallery CREATE CUSTOM QR CODES • Generate QR codes for URLs, text, Wi-Fi, contacts (vCard), email, phone, and SMS • Customize foreground and background colors • Add your logo or brand image (Pro) • Export as high-resolution PNG • Share via AirDrop, Messages, Mail, or any app • Copy to clipboard with one tap ORGANIZED HISTORY • All scanned and generated codes saved automatically • Search, filter by type (Scanned / Generated / Favorites) • Swipe to delete or mark favorites • Full detail view with re-scan and regenerate options DESIGNED FOR YOU • Clean, modern SwiftUI interface • Full Dark Mode support • Haptic feedback on successful scans • Works 100% offline — no internet required • Lightweight and battery-friendly YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS • Zero data collection — everything stays on your device • No account required, no sign-up • No tracking, no analytics on your personal scans • We never see, store, or share your QR code content

About

PocketQR

Easily create and manage QR codes for various purposes, from sharing Wi-Fi details and contact information to website links and social media profiles. Import data from photos or your camera to generate codes quickly.

Highlights
  • Generate QR codes
  • Organize QR codes
  • Display QR codes
  • Import from photo/camera
  • URL QR codes
  • Wi-Fi QR codes
  • Social network QR codes
Features
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PocketQR is a free QR code generator that allows you to generate, organise your QR codes, and display them on demand! At an event, or meeting? Want to share the wifi code, your contact details, your website, or something else? Just open the app, place your phone in the centre of the table, display a QR code, and anyone can scan it! =Free to Use= This app does contain adverts (currently limited to one advert per day) but the core functionality will remain accessible without purchase. =We Value Your Feedback= Please consider leaving a review if you find PocketQR useful. Your feedback helps us improve and make the app better! Supports: * Import from photo * Import from camera * URL QR codes (Share a website link) * Wifi QR codes (Share your wifi access point details) * Custom QR codes * Barcodes * Payment Providers (PayPal & Bitcoin) * Social Networks - Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn - Snapchat - Telegram - TikTok - Twitch - WhatsApp - YouTube

Screenshots

Barcode Scanner & QR Code3 screens
PocketQR3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PocketQR at 15.0 against Barcode Scanner & QR Code's 26.2. On price, ads, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Barcode Scanner & QR Code versus PocketQR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode Scanner & QR CodePocketQR
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNasuf OZGURDevExtras

In-app purchases

None

Barcode Scanner & QR Code

No in-app purchases

None

PocketQR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Barcode Scanner & QR Code free?
Barcode Scanner & QR Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PocketQR free?
PocketQR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Barcode Scanner & QR Code or PocketQR have ads?
Neither Barcode Scanner & QR Code nor PocketQR shows ads.

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