# QR Code Reader ＋ vs QR Scanner and Generator

The clearest difference is rating: QR Scanner and Generator at 5.0 against QR Code Reader ＋'s 4.5. QR Scanner and Generator also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). QR Code Reader ＋'s advantage is ratings volume (510 vs 2) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader ＋ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and QR Scanner and Generator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QR Scanner and Generator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader ＋ has 510 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QR Code Reader ＋ ships an update every 6 days, QR Scanner and Generator fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader ＋ | QR Scanner and Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (510 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1491697518/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-and-generator/id1545899890/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **510** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Giang Le](https://appshunter.io/developer/995213389) | [Yalintech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530568426) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader ＋

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1491697518)

Instantly scan and generate QR codes and barcodes. Get product information, compare prices, and easily create codes for Wi-Fi, contacts, and more. Supports all major code types with unlimited history and batch scanning.

**Highlights:** Scan all major code types, Instant product info and price comparison, Create and share QR codes, Unlimited scan history, Batch scanning mode, Effortless Wi-Fi connection

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QR Reader Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Reader Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| QR Code Reader | $9.99 | per year |


### QR Scanner and Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-scanner-and-generator/id1545899890)

Easily scan and generate various types of QR codes and barcodes. Organize your codes in folders, perform batch actions like sharing and printing, and compare product prices online. Supports multiple languages and offers advanced features for contacts and Wi-Fi.

**Highlights:** Scan and generate QR codes and barcodes, Batch actions for sharing and printing, Organize codes in custom folders, Generate Wi-Fi, vCard, and coupon codes, Compare product prices online, History of all scans, Multiple language support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $7.99 | per year |
| One time purchase | $10.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader ＋ free?

QR Code Reader ＋ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QR Scanner and Generator free?

QR Scanner and Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader ＋ or QR Scanner and Generator?

QR Scanner and Generator is rated higher. QR Code Reader ＋ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 510 ratings, while QR Scanner and Generator averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do QR Code Reader ＋ or QR Scanner and Generator have ads?

Neither QR Code Reader ＋ nor QR Scanner and Generator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader ＋ or QR Scanner and Generator?

QR Code Reader ＋ ships an update every 6 days, and QR Scanner and Generator fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader ＋ was updated on September 29, 2026 and QR Scanner and Generator on June 11, 2026.

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