Comparison

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QR Scanner and Generator

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 Scanner and Generator

Easily scan and generate various types of QR codes and barcodes. Organize your codes in folders, perform batch actions like sharing and printing, and compare product prices online. Supports multiple languages and offers advanced features for contacts and Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Scan and generate QR codes and barcodes
  • Batch actions for sharing and printing
  • Organize codes in custom folders
  • Generate Wi-Fi, vCard, and coupon codes
  • Compare product prices online
  • History of all scans
  • Multiple language support
Features
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• Scan and generate barcodes and do batch actions on them. Batch actions include sharing, download all your data, printing barcodes, and much more • Organize all barcodes and QR codes in custom folders • QR scanner • Barcode scanner • QR code generator • Product barcode generator • Supporting QR vCard, Contacts, Email, URL, and many more • Can call, send SMS, navigate, and more features to any contact • History page - contain all your scan history • Multiple language support By using the phone's camera, our barcode reader will quickly scan and recognize the information of the barcode. The best thing is that our Barcode Manager is Free, Fast, Secure, Easy and you can use it without limits! Barcode Manager can scan and read all types of QR codes and bar codes including- • Text • URL • ISB • Product • Contact • Calendar • Email • Location • Wi-Fi with Barcode Manager you can generate your own WIFI QR code to give your guests instead of typing it, you also can generate coupons and give customers or just make a business card by creating your own vCard. QR & Barcode Generator can generate many types of QR codes and bar codes including- • Text • URL • ISB • Product • Contact • Calendar • Email • Location • Wi-Fi Scan product bar codes with QR & Barcode Scanner and compare prices with online prices to save money. QR & Barcode Scanner is the only QR code/barcode scanner you'll ever need. Privacy Policy: http://www.yalintech.com/privacy_policy_barcodeManager.html Terms Of Use: http://www.yalintech.com/terms_of_use_barcodemanager.html Our site: http://www.yalintech.com/ Support: yalintech@gmail.com. We will appreciate any positive feedback. thanks a lot! :-)

Screenshots

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens
QR Scanner and Generator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Scanner and Generator at 5.0 against QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's 4.4. QR Scanner and Generator also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Scanner and Generator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Scanner and Generator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader versus QR Scanner and Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader, Barcode ReaderQR Scanner and Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProtection & Security App LLCYalintech

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 Scanner and Generator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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 Scanner and Generator

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
3 purchases

QR Scanner and Generator

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • One time purchase$10.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Scanner and Generator free?
QR Scanner and Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Scanner and Generator?
QR Scanner and Generator is rated higher. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while QR Scanner and Generator averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Scanner and Generator have ads?
Neither QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader nor QR Scanner and Generator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Scanner and Generator?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, and QR Scanner and Generator fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader was updated on September 29, 2026 and QR Scanner and Generator on June 11, 2026.

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