Comparison

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QRReader

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

QRReader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to quickly access information. Create and share your own QR codes, and archive your scan history. An optional premium upgrade unlocks all features and future updates.

Highlights
  • QR Code Scanner
  • Barcode Scanner
  • Create QR Codes
  • Share QR Codes
  • Auto Scan
  • CSV Export
  • Scan History Archive
Features
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Welcome to QR Reader, the most simple & easy QR Reader - download now for FREE! With powerful features : - QR Code Scanner - Create your own QR Codes - Barcode Scanner - Share QR Codes - Auto Scan - CSV Export Scan any QR code and get the information you need fast! Create and share QR Codes for yourself and friends! Archive and save all QR Codes you have ever scanned or created. Upgrade to QR Reader Plus for exclusive features: ◎ Unlock all features and enjoy future updates by becoming a QR Reader Plus member. ◎ Choose between weekly,monthly or annual subscriptions, with payment charged to your iTunes account. Auto-renewal will be enabled and charged within 24 hours before the end of each subscription period. You can manage auto-renewal settings by going to "Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions" on your device. ◎ Alternatively, make a one-time purchase for lifetime access to QR Reader Plus, including all future updates. Terms of Service: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/941770d9-281c-49ed-bff1-bcb5d690c5b5 Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/13281677-6b08-4d9e-87d4-0501441a9bd0

Screenshots

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens
QRReader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at 4.4 against QRReader's 3.6. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 5). QRReader's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 79%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 QRReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader has 1.1K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of QRReader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader versus QRReader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader, Barcode ReaderQRReader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.1K ratings) — better3.6 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better5
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProtection & Security App LLC上海聚鹏科技有限公司

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%

QRReader

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
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

QRReader

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

QRReader

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Membership7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Membership$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Membership$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime premium membership$39.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader free?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QRReader free?
QRReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QRReader?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader is rated higher. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while QRReader averages 3.6 from 5 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QRReader have ads?
QRReader shows ads; QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QRReader?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, and QRReader fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and QRReader on September 19, 2026.

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