Comparison

QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans vs goQR

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 Scans

Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes with your camera to access links, WiFi, contacts, and product information. Create custom QR codes for various platforms and businesses, with design options and product data integration.

Highlights
  • Instant QR/barcode scanning
  • Create custom QR codes
  • Support for 20+ code formats
  • Batch scanning capability
  • Scan history with export
  • Product information lookup
  • Customizable design options
Features
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Just point your camera and scan any QR code or barcode in under a second. Instantly connect to WiFi, open links, save contacts, and check product info. Create your own QR codes and barcodes too. ▸ Scan - Point your camera for instant recognition. Supports 20 code formats: QR, Micro QR, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 39 Mod 43, Code 93, Codabar, ITF-14, Interleaved 2 of 5, PDF417, Micro PDF417, Aztec, Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Expanded - Batch scan multiple codes continuously without interruption - Open URLs, add contacts, connect to WiFi, view maps, send emails, make calls, and more — instantly ▸ Scan History - Automatically saves all scanned and created codes - View at a glance with code type, date, and product info - Export history as CSV files ▸ Create - QR Codes: website, text, email, SMS, phone number, WiFi, contact, location, event/calendar - Barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, ITF-14, Interleaved 2 of 5, Codabar, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417, Micro PDF417, Micro QR, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Expanded - Social: Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, Discord, Pinterest, Reddit, Threads, WeChat, KakaoTalk, LINE, GitHub, and 19 platforms total - Business: Bitcoin, Ethereum, PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, App Store, Google Maps, Zoom, Google Meet, and more ▸ Custom Design - Freely change colors, dot styles, borders, and center shapes - Insert social/business platform logos and SF Symbol icons into the QR code center ▸ Product Information - Food: View nutrition facts, allergen info, Nutri-Score, Eco-Score environmental rating, ingredients, and labels via OpenFoodFacts - Non-food: View ingredients, labels, packaging info, and environmental ratings for cosmetics, household products, and more via Open Products Facts ▸ Camera - Switch between wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses - Tap to focus/adjust exposure - Zoom controls and flash ▸ Other - Dark mode support - 37 languages supported Download QR Code Scanner now and start scanning! Terms of Use: https://spacenodehq.web.app/qr-scanner/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://spacenodehq.web.app/qr-scanner/privacy.html

About

goQR

Features
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BEST and EASY app to Scan/Read QR Codes, Barcodes & Documents. Download now for FREE! In this version we are offering following FEATURES QR Code Scanner Barcode Scanner (Scan coupons,Product & Food labels) Multiple QR Code Decoration Options Share QR Codes,Barcodes. Create your own QR Codes. Save History of your QR/Barcodes Customize Settings according to your requirements. Scan Documents PDF Scanner - turns your iPhone into a digital scanner Auto Scan QR CODE DECORATION: Now You can Decorate/Customise your QR code with multiple decoration options like: Change Background and Foreground Colours/Gradients of QR Code Add Your Own Picture or any picture from gallery in the background of your QR Codes Add Logos of social media Apps and lot more Change eyes and dots of your QR Select multiple QR Templates (Christmas, New Year, Business, Social and Personalised) Customise QR Code according to your need, use hot and seasonal templates of your choice. HISTORY: You can save the HISTORY of your created/scanned qr & barcodes. Also sort your history by date and type. Create folders of your history items according to your need. Now you can restore your deleted history within 30 days. Export history to .CSV if needed. You can manage History according to your need and choice. Use our app to scan any QR code and get the information you need fast! SUBSCRIPTIONS: Pro Version: We are Offering following features in our Pro Version with 3-days free trial. Unlimited QR,Barcodes and Documents Scans Unlimited QR & Barcodes Creations Unlimited QR Codes Decorations Batch Scanning No ads - You will receive access to the apps in the PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription. - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: https://sg.terafort.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://sg.terafort.com/T&C.html

Screenshots

QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans4 screens
goQR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans at every 3 days against goQR's fortnightly. goQR's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 · Barcode Scans sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and goQR sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans ships an update every 3 days, goQR fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans versus goQR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader · Barcode ScansgoQR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (217 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings217 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpace Node Co., Ltd.Terafort Limited

Bugs and requests

QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes during scanning
  • Compatibility issues with older devices
  • Incorrect QR code detection

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to save scanned QR codes
  • Ability to generate custom QR codes
  • Copy text from scanned QR codes

goQR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans

Subscriptions3
  • Pro version3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro version3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Pro version$79.991 Year
3 purchases

goQR

Subscriptions3
  • Tera QR_Weekly7 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Tera QR_Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Tera QR_Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans free?
QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is goQR free?
goQR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans or goQR have ads?
Both QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans and goQR show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans or goQR?
QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans ships an update every 3 days, and goQR fortnightly. Most recently, QR Code Reader · Barcode Scans was updated on November 11, 2026 and goQR on November 9, 2026.

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