Comparison

QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner vs BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

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

Head to head
About

QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner

Easily scan QR codes and various barcode types with a simple interface. Save your scan history, create your own QR codes, and open links directly in your browser. Offers customizable settings and iPad adaptation.

Highlights
  • Scan QR and barcodes
  • Scan from gallery image
  • Create QR codes
  • Scan history
  • Simple interface
  • Open links in browser
Features
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Simple and convenient scanner for QR and barcodes with history Basic capabilities: - Scanning QR and bar codes (Aztec, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, EAN13, EAN8, PDF417, QR, UPC-E) - Scanning codes by image from the gallery - Create your QR code - Scanning history - Simple interface - Scanning settings - Opening links in your browser and search engines (Google) - Sound and vibration when detected - Adapted for iPad Paid features: - Remove of advertising Privacy Policy: https://apps.aleksaleks.ru/qr-scanner/privacy-policy.html Terms of use: https://apps.aleksaleks.ru/qr-scanner/termsofuse_ru.html Have you noticed a bug or want to improve the application? Write mynickjasper@yandex.ru.

About

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

Scan and generate various barcode formats from your device's camera or photos. Archive scanned codes, export data, and perform actions based on scanned content. Create custom barcodes in multiple formats.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes from camera or photos
  • Generate QR and linear barcodes
  • Archive scanned barcode history
  • Export history to CSV, JSON, XML
  • Perform actions on scanned content
  • Create custom barcodes in PNG, JPEG, PDF
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Also take a look at the advanced version of this app: EventCode+ XQ QR Ticket System https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/eventcode/id1502380439?mt=8 *** This app is also available for macOS. Find it on the Mac App Store! *** Feature Overview With BareCode X Pro Barcode Scanner you can capture, utilize and archive all popular barcodes! Capture directly from your device's camera or from images in your photo album. In addition, the integrated barcode generator creates 2D barcodes (such as QR codes) and linear (1D) barcodes with any content. Barcode Detection / Barcode Generator - detecting linear (one-dimensional) barcodes and 2D barcodes - barcodes can be captured directly with the camera or imported from saved photos and images which are stored in the photo library - automatic scan processing for fast sequential capturing - alternatively: manual scan processing with preview and apply for pinpoint capturing - supported barcode formats (capturing): Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF), ITF-14, EAN-8, EAN-13, ISBN-10, ISBN-13, UPC-E, UPC-A, PDF417, QuickResponse (QR Code), DataMatrix, Aztec - supported barcode content types: Wi-Fi Networks, Bank Transfers, Crypto Currency (such as Bitcoin), Calendar Events, Contacts, Geo Locations, E-Mails, Phone Numbers, Text Messages, Websites/URLs - recording a history of detected barcodes - exporting history entries to CSV, JSON and XML files - performing content actions, such as opening URLs in a browser, adding contacts the Contacts App, adding events to the Calendar App, copying values to clipboard, dialing phone numbers, sending text messages, searching for results on the web (e.g. on Amazon or Google) - configuring custom online services for sending web queries with scanned values - customizing your individual barcode detection workflow with many useful options like playing sounds, ignoring duplicates and limiting the number of history entries - create custom barcodes as PNG, JPEG or PDF with the integrated barcode generator in QR Code (QuickResponse), DataMatrix, PDF417, Code 128, Aztec format iOS/iPadOS Features - Full Dark Mode Support - Universal App for iPhone & iPad - iOS File App Support - Support for Camera with LED Torch Light

Screenshots

QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner4 screens
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner at none against QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner's 16. BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (638 vs 14) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, rating 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 Code & 2D Barcode Scanner sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner against 4.5 for BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner has 638 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner ships an update every 9 days, BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner versus BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code & 2D Barcode ScannerBareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (638 ratings)4.5 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews46.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings638 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandr AlekseevWhite Marten GmbH

Customer experience

QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner

All ratings638 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive46.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative50.0%

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner

Subscriptions12
  • Weekly: Premium for QR Code3 variants$1.997 Days
  • Weekly: Premium for QR Code$2.997 Days
  • Weekly: Premium for QR Code$4.997 Days
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  • Monthly:Premium for QR Scanner2 variants$5.991 Month
  • Yearly: Premium for QR Reader$7.991 Year
  • Weekly: Premium for QR Code3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Yearly: Premium for QR Reader3 Days trial2 variants$14.991 Year
  • Yearly: Premium for QR Reader3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Monthly:Premium for QR Scanner$19.991 Month
  • Monthly:Premium for QR Scanner3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Yearly: Premium for QR Reader3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly: Premium for QR Reader3 Days trial$129.991 Year
None

BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner free?
QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner free?
BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner or BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner?
QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner and BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 638 and 14 ratings respectively.
Do QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner or BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner have ads?
QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner shows ads; BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner or BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner?
QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner ships an update every 9 days, and BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner monthly. Most recently, QR Code & 2D Barcode Scanner was updated on September 24, 2026 and BareCode X Pro QR Code Scanner on August 15, 2026.

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