QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs Photo Widget
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/
Photo Widget
Quickly call your favorite contacts directly from your home screen with custom photos. Personalize your phone's display with functional widgets for one-tap calling.
- Speed dial favorite contacts
- Customize home screen
- One-click calling
- Add custom photos
- Easy setup and use
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Caller Widget is the perfect app for speed-dialing your favorites directly from your home screen! All you need is to choose your favorite contacts, assign a picture from your gallery, and find the best place on your home screen for beautiful and functional widgets. Then, call your favorite people in one click. Caller Widget is such an easy and perfect app to personalize your home phone. Here are the main features: - SPEED DIAL your favorite contacts - CUSTOMIZE your home screen - EASILY set it up and use Enjoy!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Photo Widget at none against QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's 1. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Photo Widget asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader against 4.4 for Photo Widget. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 421 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 78% of Photo Widget's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader | Photo Widget |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (1.1K ratings) — better | 4.4 (421 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews — better | 78.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 421 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 204 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Protection & Security App LLC | 25 Degrees Apps LLC |
Customer experience
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
Photo Widget
User reviews
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
From 1.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Customizable QR codes
- 🎨 Fun and creative
- ⚙️ Reliable and works well
Room to improve
- 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🐛 Occasional issues with scanning
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
Photo Widget
From 421 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Customizable widgets
- 💡 Innovative design options
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🆓 Completely free app
Room to improve
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices
- 🤔 Confusing widget setup process
- 🕰️ Lack of 12-hour time format option
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
Photo Widget
Reported bugs
3 issues- Widgets not appearing on home screen after setup
- App crashing or freezing when accessing certain sections
- Repeated prompts to rate the app
Requested features
3 requests- Add mini-games or activities to earn rewards
- Improve widget downloading and placement functionality
- Provide more color and theme options
In-app purchases
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
Photo Widget
No in-app purchases
Questions
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