# QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QRReader

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader | QRReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-barcode-reader/id1507731520/reviews)** | [3.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrreader-barcode-and-qr-scanner/id6451081395/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Protection & Security App LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282949976) | [上海聚鹏科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1164858988) |

## What reviewers say

### QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-code-reader-barcode-reader/id1507731520)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Customizable QR codes
- 🎨 Fun and creative
- ⚙️ Reliable and works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🐛 Occasional issues with scanning
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Camera focus issues
- Crashes or freezes on some devices

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Ability to upload own images
- Improved scanning accuracy


### QRReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrreader-barcode-and-qr-scanner/id6451081395)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime premium membership | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*