QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QR Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
QR Scanner
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, offering flashlight support for dim conditions and Wi-Fi QR code scanning. It saves your scan history and provides a simple, user-friendly interface for efficient code reading.
- QR code scanning
- Barcode scanning
- Flashlight support
- Wi-Fi QR code scanning
- Scan history saved
- Simple and easy to use
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Features • QR code Scanner. • Barcode Scanner. • Flashlight supported for low-light environments. • Wifi QR code supported. • Scan history saved. • Simple & easy to use IN-APP SUBSCRIPTION • Purchase a yearly subscription to “Batch Scanning, Fast Scan and No Ads” for USD $39.99. • Subscribe yearly. You will be charged in your local currency at the prevailing exchange rate as defined by iTunes. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Once subscribes, your account will be charged for USD $39.99 for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of current period. • Subscriptions are managed by your iTunes account and auto-renewal can be turned off by in Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. • After any free trial period ends, an auto-renewing paid subscription will continue thereafter. By completing your subscription, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy. Privacy Policy: http://update.corntree.net/policy/ios_apps/PrivacyPolicy.txt Terms of Service: http://update.corntree.net/policy/ios_apps/TermsofUse.txt
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at none against QR Scanner's shown. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 60%) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 320). On price, rating, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and QR Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader against 4.3 for QR Scanner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 320 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 60% of QR Scanner's.
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, QR Scanner every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader | QR Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (1.1K ratings) — better | 4.3 (320 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews — better | 60.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 320 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Protection & Security App LLC | Corntree tech Co.Ltd |
Customer experience
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
QR Scanner
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
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
QR Scanner
- Premium - One Month$9.991 Month
- Premium - One Year$39.991 Year
Questions
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