Comparison

Qr vs QR Code Reader

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

Head to head
About

Qr

Instantly scan and create QR codes and barcodes to access product information, store prices, and online details. Organize your scans into folders, utilize batch scanning, and share unlimited codes in various formats. Protect your app with a secure password.

Highlights
  • Scan product and online store info
  • Organize scans by category
  • Create unlimited QR codes
  • Batch scanning function
  • App lock for security
  • Support multiple barcode formats
Features
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The best QR Code and Barcode Scanner! Scan any of the 150 million + items in our database to find instant product and online store info right on your smartphone. KEY FEATURES
 - Detailed information about products & food. You get product information, photos and store pricing for millions of items worldwide just by typing in the item's barcode number. We leverage the power of our gigantic database of barcodes and product data, sourced from big retailers and e-commerce sites all over the world, to bring you clear, useful info on any product you're interested in.
 - Scan history sorted by category. All your scanned result will be included in the scan history and sorted by category. You can delete, organize the scan results and put them in folders you can create. - Folders for convenient utilization. You can organize your QR Code and Barcode in multiple folders.
 - Fast batch scanning function. You can use this feature to scan your QR code in batches. Increase the scanning speed without wasting time.
 - Create & share unlimited QR codes anytime in multiple formats, Weblink, text, Phone number, Email address, Calendar,etc. - App Lock.You can set a separate secure password for your own QR Code Reader app to protect your personal app security. - Support Multiple Formats. UPC, EAN ISBN, EQS, QR Code, Data Matrix, Quick Code, Code39 and Code128. SUBSCRIPTION - Subscription for PRO account will allow you to unlock all the features with unlimited exports and folders, batch scanning and pin protection, custom QR codes and no ads. - Subscription plans are Weekly and Annual (each includes 3 days free trial). - The active subscription plan automatically renews if auto-renew is not turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Once the purchase will be confirmed the payment will be charged to your iTunes Account. 
 - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.
 - From the Account Settings user can manage subscription plans and turn auto-renewal on/off after purchase. Please read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. https://www.btappstudio.com/privacy-policy https://www.btappstudio.com/terms-of-use

About

QR Code Reader

Easily scan and interpret various QR codes, including URLs, Wi-Fi, and contact information. Generate custom QR codes for social media, websites, and more. Seamlessly integrate codes into Apple Wallet and widgets, with a convenient scan history and backup feature.

Highlights
  • Scan all QR code types
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Integrate codes into Apple Wallet
  • Add codes to Widgets
  • Scan from images
  • Scan history and backup
Features
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Lilucat's QR Code Reader is the essential digital tool that empowers you to scan and interpret all types of QR codes, encompassing URLs, Wi-Fi, Calendar events, VCards, Contacts, Text, Email, Geo locations, and more. Beyond just scanning, Lilucat's QR Code Reader also facilitates the generation of QR codes for a myriad of purposes, be it social media platforms (like TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, etc.), URLs, Wi-Fi networks, VCards, Contact details, and beyond. Key Features: Rapid QR code scanning. Dynamic QR code generation. Integrate codes directly into Apple Wallet. Conveniently add codes to Widgets. Scan QR codes and barcodes directly from images. Maintain a comprehensive scan history. Sync and ensure your scans are always backed up. * In order to use QR Code Reader you need to purchase the Lilucat Pro which is an annual service that costs 29.99$. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and auto-renews at the same price unless disabled in iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your subscription can be managed in your iTunes Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Links Terms of Service: https://qrcode.lilucat.com/legal/terms Privacy: https://qrcode.lilucat.com/legal/privacy

Screenshots

Qr4 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Qr at free with in-app purchases against QR Code Reader's subscription. Qr also leads on ratings volume (3.6K vs 124) and review sentiment (36% vs 24%). QR Code Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, 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 sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Qr has 3.6K ratings behind it against 124, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of Qr's written reviews are positive against 24% of QR Code Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qr ships an update fortnightly, QR Code Reader every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Qr versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQrQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (3.6K ratings)4.7 (124 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.4% of reviews — better24.1% of reviews
Number of ratings3.6K — better124
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBLUE CODE APPS LTDLilucat

Customer experience

Qr

All ratings3,579 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral4.0%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative62.9%

QR Code Reader

All ratings124 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral7.3%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive24.1%
Neutral6.9%
Negative69.0%

Bugs and requests

Qr

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scanning issues
  • Crashes
  • Compatibility problems

Requested features

2 requests
  • Free version or ad-supported option
  • One-time purchase instead of subscription

QR Code Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Qr

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
4 purchases

QR Code Reader

Subscriptions2
  • QR Code Scanner3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • QR Code ReaderFree
  • QR Code Scanner$59.99

Questions

Is Qr free?
Qr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Qr or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. Qr averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.7 from 124 ratings.
Do Qr or QR Code Reader have ads?
Qr shows ads; QR Code Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, Qr or QR Code Reader?
Qr ships an update fortnightly, and QR Code Reader every 10 days. Most recently, Qr was updated on September 26, 2026 and QR Code Reader on August 22, 2026.

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