iReader vs QR Code
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iReader
Easily scan various types of QR codes and barcodes with this utility app. It also allows for the creation of custom QR codes, batch scanning, and sharing your scan history with friends. Enjoy a personalized scanning experience with custom color options.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Create QR codes
- Batch scanning
- Scan history
- Custom QR color
- Share scans
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iReader is the best app to scan QR Code and Barcode. It supports more than 10 types such as : EQS, QR Code, Data Matrix, Quick Code, EAN8, Code39 and Code128. Key features: - Create QR Code. - Batch Scan. - Scan history. - Custom QR Color. - Share to friends. This app uses auto-renewable subscriptions that charge your account 24 hours before the period ends. Turn off auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase to avoid charges. Unused free trial portions are forfeited upon subscription. Cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date to avoid billing Terms of Service: https://sitouads.com/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://sitouads.com/privacy.html
QR Code
This utility app quickly scans and creates QR codes and various barcodes. It offers features like instant scanning, history saving, and generating codes for Wi-Fi, contacts, and websites. It's designed for efficient and secure interaction with digital information.
- Lightning-fast QR and barcode scanning
- Automatic scan history saving
- Create custom QR codes
- Generate barcodes for inventory
- Universal compatibility with various data types
- Clean and modern user interface
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Unlock the full power of QR codes and barcodes with QR Code: Scan QR & Barcode, the ultimate scanning tool for your iPhone. Whether you need to scan a restaurant menu, check a product price, or share your Wi-Fi instantly, QR Code: Scan QR & Barcode makes it fast, easy, and secure. Designed with a clean interface and lightning-fast detection, this is the only QR utility you will ever need. KEY FEATURES: • Lightning-Fast Scanner: Instantly scan all QR codes and barcodes (UPC, EAN, ISBN, etc.). Just point your camera and get results immediately. • Smart History: Never lose a link again. QR Code: Scan QR & Barcode automatically saves your scan history so you can revisit websites, product details, or contact information whenever you need them. • Create Your Own QR Codes: Easily generate custom QR codes to share Wi-Fi networks, contacts (vCard), websites, plain text, and more. • Barcode Generator: Easily create your own barcodes (UPC, EAN, Code 128) for inventory management, product labeling, or personal organization. • Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly with text, URLs, ISBNs, products, contacts, calendars, emails, locations, and Wi-Fi. • Clean & Modern Design: An intuitive user interface designed for efficiency and ease of use. Download QR Code: Scan QR & Barcode today and simplify how you interact with the world around you! This app contains subscription: Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. https://distritoapps.com/terms https://distritoapps.com/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: QR Code at 5.0 against iReader's 3.2. QR Code also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). iReader's advantage is ratings volume (120 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. iReader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and QR Code sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
QR Code holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iReader has 120 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of iReader's written reviews are positive against 50% of QR Code's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iReader | QR Code |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (120 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 120 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sitou Advertising | DISTRITO SLU |
Customer experience
iReader
QR Code
In-app purchases
iReader
- iReader Week Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- One Year Subscription3 Days trial$57.991 Year
QR Code
- Premium week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Premium month$19.991 Month








