Comparison

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan vs Barcode Reader & QR Generator

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 Scan

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes by simply pointing your device's camera. This utility offers instant results, a helpful flashlight for low-light conditions, and keeps a history of your scans. No internet connection is needed for this fast and effective tool.

Highlights
  • Instant QR and barcode scanning
  • Flashlight for low-light
  • Scan history
  • No internet required
  • Minimalist material design
  • Simple to use
Features
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- HOW IT WORKS To scan QR code or barcode, open the app and point the camera at the code, and you're done! App will quickly read the code and give you the details behind the code. In order to use the app, your device must have a built-in camera. FEATURES OF QR CODE READER / BARCODE SCANNER ● Beautiful minimalist material design ● Scans instantly ● Simple to use ● Flashlight for scans in low visibility ● Scan history ● No internet connection required Fast and effective. The app opens instantly in real-time scanning mode. Subscription Terms - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner Related Terms - Terms of Service: https://bit.ly/3tgBMEc - Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/2Qro3f0

About

Barcode Reader & QR Generator

Easily scan and generate QR codes and barcodes for various purposes, from product information to contact details. This multilingual tool supports multiple languages and offers a history of all your scans.

Highlights
  • QR code scanner
  • Product barcode scanner
  • QR code generator
  • Product barcode generator
  • Multiple language support
  • Scan history
  • Generate vCard, URL, Email QR codes
Features
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Barcode Reader & QR Generator scans QR codes and barcodes in a moment, shows you what a product is and lets you create your own codes. SCAN • QR codes and 1D/2D barcodes with your camera, with zoom • Scan a code from a photo or screenshot in your gallery • Batch scan: keep scanning and save every code to a list • Open links, use Wi-Fi codes, save contacts, send an email or SMS from the result • A link check warns you before a suspicious link opens PRODUCT INFO • Scan a food, beauty product or book to see its name, quantity and category • Nutri-Score, NOVA and Eco-Score, allergens, traces and ingredients • My diet: choose the allergens you avoid, or vegan, vegetarian or palm-oil free, and get a clear warning when a product does not fit • The Products tab keeps every product you scanned, with search and filters CREATE • Make QR codes and barcodes: text, website, Wi-Fi, location, vCard, MeCard, phone, email, SMS and more • Share, print, copy or save any code MY CODES • Wallet: keep membership and loyalty card barcodes ready to show • Lists with Count mode for home or small-business inventory • Pin the codes you use most HISTORY • Every code you scan or create, with search, stars and backup Scanning and creating codes work offline. Product details need an internet connection and come from community databases (Open Food Facts, Open Beauty Facts, Open Library), so they can be incomplete: always check the label. The app is free with ads. Pro removes the ads and adds the full product health analysis, your whole diet profile, inventory Count mode with CSV export, and unlimited lists and wallet cards. PRO OPTIONS • Monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscription, with a free trial where offered, or a one-time Lifetime purchase • Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase (or when the free trial ends) • A subscription renews automatically unless it is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; renewal is charged within 24 hours before the period ends • Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings Privacy Policy: https://www.yalintech.com/legal/scanner/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: support@yalintech.com

Screenshots

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan4 screens
Barcode Reader & QR Generator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan at 4.8 against Barcode Reader & QR Generator's 4.5. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan also leads on ratings volume (72 vs 6) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, 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 Scan sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and Barcode Reader & QR Generator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan has 72 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, Barcode Reader & QR Generator every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan versus Barcode Reader & QR Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader & Barcode ScanBarcode Reader & QR Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (72 ratings) — better4.5 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings72 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMert VardarYalintech

Customer experience

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan

All ratings72 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Barcode Reader & QR Generator

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan

Subscriptions4
  • QR Code Reader & Barcode +3 Days trial$4.491 Month
  • QR Code Reader & Barcode +$4.991 Month
  • QR Code Scanner Maker +3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • QR Code Scanner Maker +$39.991 Year
6 purchases

Barcode Reader & QR Generator

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Monthly - 3 Days Free Trail3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$7.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • One time purchase$10.99
  • One time purchase$24.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan free?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barcode Reader & QR Generator free?
Barcode Reader & QR Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan or Barcode Reader & QR Generator?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan is rated higher. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan averages 4.8 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Barcode Reader & QR Generator averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan or Barcode Reader & QR Generator have ads?
Both QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan and Barcode Reader & QR Generator show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan or Barcode Reader & QR Generator?
QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, and Barcode Reader & QR Generator every 2 months. Most recently, QR Code Reader & Barcode Scan was updated on November 13, 2026 and Barcode Reader & QR Generator on November 13, 2026.

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