# QR Code Reader ＋ vs Scan

QR Code Reader ＋ and Scan both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Scan's written reviews are positive against 56% of QR Code Reader ＋'s. QR Code Reader ＋'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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 Scan sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for QR Code Reader ＋ against 4.5 for Scan. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 510 and 238 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of QR Code Reader ＋'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Scan's.

QR Code Reader ＋ ships an update weekly, Scan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader ＋ | Scan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (510 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader/id1491697518/reviews) | [4.5 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **510** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 50 MB | 228 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Giang Le](https://appshunter.io/developer/995213389) | [Flex App Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665600905) |

## 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 |


### Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scan-qr-code-scanner-app/id6474121786)

This app provides high-precision scanning for all major 1D and 2D barcode and QR code formats. It offers features like batch scanning, code creation, and organized library management for business and personal use.

**Highlights:** Instant QR and barcode recognition, Batch scan mode for multiple codes, Organized library with folders, QR code generator, Tagging system for scans, Offline mode access, Data export options

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlock QR Code AI Generator | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 🚫 No ads or distractions
- 🌍 Works everywhere, even internationally
- 💡 Reliable and never lets users down


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QR Code Reader ＋ free?

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

### Is Scan free?

Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader ＋ or Scan?

QR Code Reader ＋ and Scan are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 510 and 238 ratings respectively.

### Do QR Code Reader ＋ or Scan have ads?

Neither QR Code Reader ＋ nor Scan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader ＋ or Scan?

QR Code Reader ＋ ships an update weekly, and Scan every 5 days. Most recently, QR Code Reader ＋ was updated on September 23, 2026 and Scan on September 22, 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.*