Comparison

QR Code Reader ® vs QR Code Scanner™

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 ®

Easily scan, generate, and store QR codes and barcodes. Create custom codes for links, contacts, and more. Organize scanned data with folders and search product barcodes on major online marketplaces.

Highlights
  • QR code generator
  • Barcode scanner
  • Document scanner
  • Customizable QR code design
  • Secure data storage with folders
  • Import from Gallery/iCloud
  • Product barcode search on marketplaces
Features
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QR Scanner & Barcode Scanner - Fast, powerful, and secure all-in-one scanner for QR codes, barcodes, and documents. Scan, analyze, create, and store everything in one place — with built-in AI security and smart tools. Scan Everything • Scan QR codes instantly • Scan all types of barcodes • Product scanner with database of 500,000+ items • Scan documents and save them as files AI Security Analysis - Stay safe before opening any QR code. Powered by ChatGPT integration. • Detect what’s inside a QR code before opening • Analyze links for potential risks • Highlight unsafe or suspicious content • AI-powered summaries and explanations • Translate content from QR codes instantly Create Custom QR Codes - Generate QR codes for anything you need: • Links, websites, and text • Wi-Fi access • Contacts, phone numbers, email, SMS • App Store links • Social media (Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Telegram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest) • Payment links (PayPal, Stripe) • Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud) • Business cards and more Customize your QR codes with colors and styles. Smart Storage & Organization • Save all scans securely • Organize with folders • View scan history with date and time • Import from Photos or iCloud Privacy & Security • Face ID & Touch ID protection • Secure iCloud backup • Your data stays private and encrypted Designed for iOS • Clean and modern interface • Dark and Light mode support • Optimized for iPhone and iPad Share & Export • Share QR codes instantly • Copy, print, or export codes • Easy data sharing across apps Stay organized, scan safely, and create powerful QR codes — all in one app. Terms of Service: https://www.team2swift.com/terms-qr/ Privacy Policy: https://www.team2swift.com/privacy-qr/ Support: https://www.team2swift.com/support/

About

QR Code Scanner™

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes from your camera or photos. Generate various types of QR codes, including contact information, website URLs, and Wi-Fi addresses. Save your scanned and generated codes with unlimited history.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Generate various QR code types
  • Scan from camera or photos
  • Unlimited history storage
  • Favorite codes feature
Features
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QR Code Reader - one of the best, simple and easy QR code - Barcode reader and generator. You can scan QR codes, Barcodes from Camera or Photos. You also can generate many kinds of QR Codes. *** Features *** - Scan all types of QR code and barcodes: contact details, plain text, website URL, telephone number, SMS message, email address, email, message, calendar event, locations... - Generate most of QR codes: + Contact + Event + Email + SMS + Phone Call + Wifi Address + Location + Website URL + Plain Text - Keep your history or favorite codes with unlimited storage.

Screenshots

QR Code Reader ®4 screens
QR Code Scanner™4 screens

Verdict

The call

QR Code Reader ® and QR Code Scanner™ both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of QR Code Scanner™'s written reviews are positive against 33% of QR Code Reader ®'s. QR Code Scanner™ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (daily vs every 4 weeks). QR Code Reader ®'s advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 7). On price, rating, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader ® sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. QR Code Scanner™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for QR Code Reader ® against 4.4 for QR Code Scanner™. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader ® has 14K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of QR Code Reader ®'s written reviews are positive against 100% of QR Code Scanner™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader ® ships an update every 4 weeks, QR Code Scanner™ daily. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR Code Reader ® versus QR Code Scanner™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader ®QR Code Scanner™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings) — better4.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews32.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSMM service, s.r.o.Thang Do

Customer experience

QR Code Reader ®

All ratings14,066 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral3.7%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews595 reviews
Positive32.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative64.9%

QR Code Scanner™

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader ®

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Scanning functionality not working properly
  • Subscription issues and unexpected charges

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add an easy unsubscribe option
  • Provide clear pricing information upfront
  • Improve user experience and reduce ads

QR Code Scanner™

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

QR Code Reader ®

Subscriptions10
  • 1 Week Special3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 1 WEEK PLAN$6.997 Days
  • 1 Week Plan$6.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • 1 Month Promo$6.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan - Documents3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • 1 MONTH PLAN3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 Year Plan - Documents3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 1 YEAR PLAN3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - 3 Days3 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

QR Code Scanner™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QR Code Reader ® free?
QR Code Reader ® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QR Code Scanner™ free?
QR Code Scanner™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader ® or QR Code Scanner™?
QR Code Reader ® is rated higher. QR Code Reader ® averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while QR Code Scanner™ averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader ® or QR Code Scanner™ have ads?
Both QR Code Reader ® and QR Code Scanner™ show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader ® or QR Code Scanner™?
QR Code Reader ® ships an update every 4 weeks, and QR Code Scanner™ daily. Most recently, QR Code Reader ® was updated on November 14, 2026 and QR Code Scanner™ on November 7, 2026.

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