Comparison

QR Scanner' vs QR Code Reader + Barcode App

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

Head to head
About

QR Scanner'

This application allows you to quickly scan and generate QR codes. It automatically saves your scan history and supports a wide variety of code types. You can also create and share your own QR codes with ease.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes quickly
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • View scan history
  • Supports multiple code types
  • Automatically copy URLs
  • Share generated codes
Features
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Simple & Powerful QR Code Scanner & Generator app to read QR Codes and generate QR Codes QR Scanner is a fast QR Code Reader app that lets you read QR Codes within seconds. When you scan QR Codes to get texts or URLs or anything else, these details are saved in your history automatically. You can later browse through your QR Code Scan History. Turn your phone into a QR Code Reader and QR Code Generator. It is extremely easy to scan QR codes using this unique and amazing all-in-one QR Code Reader app. HOW TO USE QR CODE READER APP? • Just Open the Scan option top of the screen • Simply point to the QR you want to scan • The app will automatically detect and scan it • The QR code will be automatically saved on the history page Select QR maker feature. Choose your desired option to make QR Code. We have given multiple different options. Save or share it. That's it! APP FEATURES • Simple & Easy to use QR Code Scanner • Scan QR Code in seconds • All-in-one scanner with different QR Codes supported • Create & Generate your own QR Codes • Share generated QR Codes easily • View your past QR Code Scans from History • Automatically copy URLs to your clipboard for easy use SUPPORTED CODES This QR Code Scanner app supports the below codes - • QR • Aztec • Code128 • Code39 • Code39Mod43 • Data Matrix • EAN13 • EAN8 • Upce • PDF417 It’s free to use this QR Code Scanner app and you will absolutely love using it for all your scanning needs. Download the app now to experience it yourself. WE LOVE FEEDBACK Do you have improvements? Bugs? Or do you just want to share other thoughts? Please let us know in a review. Terms of Use: https://www.devnex.nl/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.devnex.nl/privacy

About

QR Code Reader + Barcode App

Instantly scan and decode various QR codes and barcodes, including advanced 3D types. Generate your own QR codes for links, text, and contacts. Features include automatic scanning, history, low-light support, and an integrated browser.

Highlights
  • Lightning-fast QR and barcode scanning
  • Automatic smart scanning
  • QR code generation
  • Scan history
  • Low-light support with flashlight
  • Integrated web browser
  • Scan from photo gallery
Features
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QR Scanner & Barcode Reader — the fastest, most powerful app for scanning QR codes, barcodes, UPC, EIN, and even advanced 3D QR codes. Instantly scan, decode, and generate QR codes with unmatched speed and accuracy. Whether it's for shopping, WhatsApp, contact info, text, Wi-Fi, or YouTube links — this app does it all. With automatic scanning, rich product data, and intelligent recognition, this all-in-one QR Code Reader and Generator delivers a seamless user experience. Just launch, point, and scan — no tapping required. It even works with images from your photo gallery. Top Features: - Lightning-Fast Scanning: Instant recognition of all QR and barcode types — including 3D QR, Flashcode, UPC, EIN, and more. - Smart Auto Scan: Automatically detects and scans codes as they enter the camera’s view. - Scan History: View and revisit all your previous QR and barcode scans anytime. - Low-Light Support: Built-in flashlight makes scanning easy in the dark. - Integrated Browser: Instantly open scanned links and web content inside the app. - In-App Shopping: Scan product QR codes and shop directly through the app. - QR Code Generator: Create QR codes for text, URLs, contacts, phone numbers, and more. - Photo Gallery Support: Scan QR and barcodes saved in your photos. - Secure & Private: All scans are done locally — no data ever leaves your device. - Whether you're scanning for business, personal use, or fun — experience the next generation of QR scanning and generation with our ultra-fast, reliable and privacy-focused app. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy - http://manimaustudios.com/qrscanner/privacypolicy.html Terms of Service - http://manimaustudios.com/qrscanner/tos.html

Screenshots

QR Scanner'3 screens
QR Code Reader + Barcode App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: QR Scanner' at 548 against QR Code Reader + Barcode App's 13. On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 Scanner' sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and QR Code Reader + Barcode App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for QR Scanner' against 4.7 for QR Code Reader + Barcode App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Scanner' has 548 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Scanner' ships an update every 2 months, QR Code Reader + Barcode App every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
QR Scanner' versus QR Code Reader + Barcode App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Scanner'QR Code Reader + Barcode App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (548 ratings)4.7 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings548 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB23 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDevnexManimau Studios Pte Ltd

Customer experience

QR Scanner'

All ratings545 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

QR Code Reader + Barcode App

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

QR Scanner'

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly subscription (Trial)3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
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  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Half-Yearly Subscription$18.996 Months
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year
2 purchases

QR Code Reader + Barcode App

Subscriptions2
  • QR Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • QR Premium Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Scanner' free?
QR Scanner' is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Reader + Barcode App free?
QR Code Reader + Barcode App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Scanner' or QR Code Reader + Barcode App?
QR Code Reader + Barcode App is rated higher. QR Scanner' averages 4.6 out of 5 from 548 ratings, while QR Code Reader + Barcode App averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.
Do QR Scanner' or QR Code Reader + Barcode App have ads?
Both QR Scanner' and QR Code Reader + Barcode App show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Scanner' or QR Code Reader + Barcode App?
QR Scanner' ships an update every 2 months, and QR Code Reader + Barcode App every 3 months. Most recently, QR Scanner' was updated on November 3, 2026 and QR Code Reader + Barcode App on November 3, 2026.

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