Comparison

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

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

Head to head
About

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to access product information, documents, and more. Create custom QR codes for various platforms and data types, with options for personalization.

Highlights
  • Scan product QR codes for detailed information
  • Scan and rename documents
  • Create standard QR codes (contacts, locations, notes, messages)
  • Create special QR codes (social media, PayPal, App Store)
  • Customize QR codes with colors and logos
  • Scan barcodes
Features
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A must-have app in your iPhone or iPad! now!! The Ideal app for scanning QR Codes and Barcodes! These app includes amazing Features : - Scan QR of Products & Detailed Food Information. - Scan Documents. - Rename Scanned Documents. - Create your own QR: choose between Standard or Special QR Codes. - Standard Codes for: Contacts, Locations, Notes and Messages. - Special Codes for: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube, Skype, Paypal and App Store. - Customize your QR Codes with Colors, Gifs and Social Media logos. Terms of use: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy and policy: https://popularappsandgames.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/

About

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera, photos, or videos. Extract website URLs, phone numbers, and more. Browse websites, make calls, or send emails directly from scanned codes with batch scanning support.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes from camera, photos, or videos
  • Extract website URLs, phone numbers, email addresses, and more
  • Directly browse websites, make calls, send emails from codes
  • Scan history access
  • Batch scanning functionality
  • Supports a wide range of code types
Features
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Experience the ultimate QR and Barcode Scanner app that sets the standard for simplicity, performance, and versatility. Unlock a world of valuable information with just a camera, image, or video on your device. Easily extract a wide range of useful details such as website URLs, phone numbers, email addresses, and much more. Effortlessly browse websites, make calls, or send emails directly from the scanned codes. -- KEY FEATURES -- • Scan QR codes and Barcodes using your device's camera, photos, or even videos. • Conveniently access your scan history and revisit previous codes whenever needed. • Seamlessly browse websites, make calls, send emails, connect to hotspots, and more, based on the scanned codes. • Enjoy uninterrupted scanning with batch scanning functionality. All codes will be automatically saved to your History. • Supports a comprehensive range of code types. See the full list in the supported codes section. -- SUPPORTED CODES -- • QR • Codabar • Code 39 • Code 93 • Code 128 • EAN-8 • EAN-13 • ITF • UPC-A • UPC-E • Aztec • Data Matrix • PDF417 -- SUPPORTED CODE CONTENT -- • Website URLs • Text • Map • Hotspot Wifi • Phone • Email • Bitcoin -- FEEDBACK -- We value your suggestions and feedback immensely. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us at feedback@zatech.nl. If you love using our app, we would greatly appreciate your review and rating on the App Store! Terms & Conditions http://zatech.nl/terms-and-conditions.html Privacy Policy http://zatech.nl/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens
QR Barcode Scanner & Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at 79% against QR Barcode Scanner & Reader's 0%. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.4 vs 4.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Reader, Barcode Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Barcode Scanner & Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, QR Barcode Scanner & Reader monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and July 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader versus QR Barcode Scanner & Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader, Barcode ReaderQR Barcode Scanner & Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.1K ratings) — better4.0 (60 ratings)
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better60
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProtection & Security App LLCMaarten Meijer

Customer experience

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

All ratings1,111 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative11.0%

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

All ratings60 ratings
Positive71.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative18.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Camera focus issues
  • Crashes or freezes on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More customization options
  • Ability to upload own images
  • Improved scanning accuracy

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
1 purchases

QR Barcode Scanner & Reader

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Barcode Scanner & Reader free?
QR Barcode Scanner & Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Barcode Scanner & Reader?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is rated higher. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while QR Barcode Scanner & Reader averages 4.0 from 60 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Barcode Scanner & Reader have ads?
QR Barcode Scanner & Reader shows ads; QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Barcode Scanner & Reader?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader monthly. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader was updated on October 8, 2026 and QR Barcode Scanner & Reader on July 27, 2026.

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