QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs The QR Code Reader & Generator
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/
The QR Code Reader & Generator
Easily read and generate any QR code, including those for social media profiles and Wi-Fi. Customize your codes and utilize batch scanning to enhance productivity. This app offers a simple yet comprehensive solution for all your QR code needs.
- Read any QR code
- Create any QR code link
- Generate social media QR codes
- Customize QR code appearance
- Batch scan multiple QR codes
- Enhance productivity and organization
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Create the QR codes that EVERYONE can scan and use. With the most simple and complete app on the store, you open a world of possibilities with ease of use on the QR code world. With the QR Code Reader & Generator app you can: - Read ANY QR code - Create any QR code link - Create QR code for your SOCIAL MEDIA, Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok... - Share QR with anyone, anytime - Customize your QR code - Scan MULTIPLES QR codes with batch scan feature - Enhance your productivity and organization What QR Codes you can create: - Links to your favorite websites - Your WIFI - Your Instagram profile - Your companies profile - Your Tik Tok profile - Your Facebook profile - Your Facebook page Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoy the app!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at none against The QR Code Reader & Generator's shown. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 65) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). The QR Code Reader & Generator's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (11.2 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 The QR Code Reader & Generator sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
The QR Code Reader & Generator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 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 65, so its average is the more settled of the two.
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, The QR Code Reader & Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader | The QR Code Reader & Generator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (1.1K ratings) | 4.8 (65 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 65 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| 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, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 11.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Protection & Security App LLC | After Dark Apps |
Customer experience
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
The QR Code Reader & Generator
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
The QR Code Reader & Generator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
The QR Code Reader & Generator
- Pro Version - Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Pro Version - Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Pro Version - Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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- Pro Version - Yearly3 Days trial$44.991 Year
- Pro - Unlock all features2 variants$3.99
- Pro - Unlock all features$7.99
- Pro - Unlock all features$12.99
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- Pro - Unlock all features$49.99
- Pro - Unlock all features$59.99
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