Comparison

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader vs QR Code Reader

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 Reader

Easily scan and interpret various QR codes, including URLs, Wi-Fi, and contact information. Generate custom QR codes for social media, websites, and more. Seamlessly integrate codes into Apple Wallet and widgets, with a convenient scan history and backup feature.

Highlights
  • Scan all QR code types
  • Generate custom QR codes
  • Integrate codes into Apple Wallet
  • Add codes to Widgets
  • Scan from images
  • Scan history and backup
Features
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Lilucat's QR Code Reader is the essential digital tool that empowers you to scan and interpret all types of QR codes, encompassing URLs, Wi-Fi, Calendar events, VCards, Contacts, Text, Email, Geo locations, and more. Beyond just scanning, Lilucat's QR Code Reader also facilitates the generation of QR codes for a myriad of purposes, be it social media platforms (like TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, etc.), URLs, Wi-Fi networks, VCards, Contact details, and beyond. Key Features: Rapid QR code scanning. Dynamic QR code generation. Integrate codes directly into Apple Wallet. Conveniently add codes to Widgets. Scan QR codes and barcodes directly from images. Maintain a comprehensive scan history. Sync and ensure your scans are always backed up. * In order to use QR Code Reader you need to purchase the Lilucat Pro which is an annual service that costs 29.99$. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and auto-renews at the same price unless disabled in iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your subscription can be managed in your iTunes Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Links Terms of Service: https://qrcode.lilucat.com/legal/terms Privacy: https://qrcode.lilucat.com/legal/privacy

Screenshots

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader4 screens
QR Code Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader at 79% against QR Code Reader's 24%. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 124). QR Code Reader's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, 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 Reader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.7 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 124, 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 24% of QR Code Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, QR Code Reader every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader versus QR Code Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader, Barcode ReaderQR Code Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.1K ratings)4.7 (124 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews — better24.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better124
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProtection & Security App LLCLilucat

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 Reader

All ratings124 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral7.3%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive24.1%
Neutral6.9%
Negative69.0%

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 Reader

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 Reader

Subscriptions2
  • QR Code Scanner3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • QR Code Reader$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • QR Code ReaderFree
  • QR Code Scanner$59.99

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 Reader free?
QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader is rated higher. QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while QR Code Reader averages 4.7 from 124 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Code Reader have ads?
Neither QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader nor QR Code Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader or QR Code Reader?
QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader ships an update fortnightly, and QR Code Reader every 10 days. Most recently, QR Code Reader, Barcode Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and QR Code Reader on August 22, 2026.

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