Comparison

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QR Code 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 Code Generator

Create and manage custom QR codes with a variety of design options, including custom images, colors, and icons. This tool also offers a quality checker, batch exporting, and the ability to scan and import existing QR codes.

Highlights
  • Custom QR code generation
  • Add custom images and colors
  • Library of 3,500+ custom icons
  • QR code quality checker
  • Batch exporting
  • Scan and import QR codes
  • Home screen widgets
Features
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QRKit is a feature-rich QR code generator with tools to create and manage custom QR codes for any user. Access additional features such as a quality checker, batch exporting, templates, and more. ——— Features ——— - Custom QR code generator. - Access various QR code types and styles. - Add custom images and color combinations to QR codes. - Choose from a library of over 3,500 custom icons. - Check QR code quality and accessibility before sharing. - Export high-quality QR codes individually or in batches. - Scan and import QR codes into your inventory. - Promote your QR codes with customizable sharing templates. - Display QR codes on your home screen with widgets. - Access QR codes on all devices with iCloud sync. - Change the app tint color and app icon with app themes. - Enjoy the app in the dark with a beautiful dark mode. ——— Support ——— If you enjoy using the app, please leave a nice review and consider purchasing QRKit Pro, which will support me (Matt) as I'm the only person building this app. If you have any issues, feedback, or feature requests, please contact me on the support screen via the app settings tab. ——— Subscriptions ——— If you purchase a QRKit Pro subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your account will automatically be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period unless you disable auto-renew. You can turn off auto-renewal at any time by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://mdssoftware.co/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://mdssoftware.co/termsofuse

Screenshots

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens
QR Code Generator4 screens

Verdict

The call

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader and QR Code Generator both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Code Generator's. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 65). On price, rating, 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 Code Generator sells 4 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader against 4.4 for QR Code Generator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 65, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 0% of QR Code Generator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, QR Code Generator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader versus QR Code Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader, Barcode ReaderQR Code Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.1K ratings)4.4 (65 ratings)
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better65
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProtection & Security App LLCMasterMind Software LLC

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 Code Generator

All ratings65 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.8%
Written reviews3 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 Code 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
4 purchases

QR Code Generator

Subscriptions3
  • QRKit Pro$4.991 Month
  • QRKit Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • QRKit Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • QRKit Pro$49.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Generator free?
QR Code Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Code Generator?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader and QR Code Generator are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.1K and 65 ratings respectively.
Do QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Code Generator have ads?
Neither QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader nor QR Code Generator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Code Generator?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, and QR Code Generator every 2 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and QR Code Generator on September 15, 2026.

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