Comparison

QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan vs The QR Code Reader & 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 and generate various types of QR and barcodes with a user-friendly interface. Quickly access encoded information, create shareable codes for links and contacts, and manage your scanned history. Supports numerous barcode formats for personal and professional use.

Highlights
  • Scan and generate QR codes
  • Support for multiple barcode formats
  • Create shareable codes for links and contacts
  • Read URLs, connect to WiFi, add events, read vCards
  • Scan history and organization with folders
  • Detailed data cards for scanned codes
Features
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Introducing QR Code Reader & Generator, the ultimate tool for quick and easy Code scanning and creation. With a simple and user-friendly interface, this app is perfect for both personal and professional use. Simply aim your device's camera at the Code to scan and instantly access the encoded information. You can also generate your own Codes to share links, contacts, and more. Whether you need to scan a Code for a deal or create one for your business, is the app for you. Most comprehensive app available, now with added support for EAN 13, EAN 8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, and DataBar. With a simple and user-friendly interface, this app is perfect for both personal and professional use. Quickly and easily scan a variety of barcodes, including Codes, with just your phone's camera. Whether you need to scan a product code for information, access a mobile website, or track inventory, this app has got you covered. With support for multiple barcode formats, you'll never have to switch between apps again. This App is, now with added functionality to read URLs, connect to WiFi hotspots, add events, and read vCards. Say goodbye to the hassle of manual entry and hello to seamless, one-click access. Simply scan a Code and quickly access websites, connect to WiFi networks, add events to your calendar, or save contact information with ease. With a user-friendly interface and lightning-fast scanning capabilities, this app is perfect for both personal and professional use. Whether you're looking to save time, streamline your workflow, or stay organized, this app has got you covered. By using your phone's camera, QR reader will automatically scan and recognize the information of Code or barcode and supports all major barcode and Code formats. With QR Reader app, you can also create&share unlimited Codes anytime as you want Features: - Scan, create, share and manage your own codes. Code formats supported include; QR Code, EAN 13, EAN 8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 39, Code 93, Codabar, DataBar, etc. - Product inventory and quality assurance in your small business! - Easily share content from within apps as (i.e. generate a code from within Safari to share a website URL). - Code detailed data cards - Scan history - Folders to stay organized SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features within Baby Snaps. • Subscriptions are billed weekly or annually at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - 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. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. - Refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Privacy Policy: http://aliihsanural.com/qrcodereader/privacypolicy.html Terms of Service: https://aliihsanural.com/qrcodereader/terms.html

About

The QR Code Reader & Generator

Easily read and generate any QR code, including those for social media profiles and Wi-Fi. Customize your codes and utilize batch scanning to enhance productivity. This app offers a simple yet comprehensive solution for all your QR code needs.

Highlights
  • Read any QR code
  • Create any QR code link
  • Generate social media QR codes
  • Customize QR code appearance
  • Batch scan multiple QR codes
  • Enhance productivity and organization
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Create the QR codes that EVERYONE can scan and use. With the most simple and complete app on the store, you open a world of possibilities with ease of use on the QR code world. With the QR Code Reader & Generator app you can: - Read ANY QR code - Create any QR code link - Create QR code for your SOCIAL MEDIA, Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok... - Share QR with anyone, anytime - Customize your QR code - Scan MULTIPLES QR codes with batch scan feature - Enhance your productivity and organization What QR Codes you can create: - Links to your favorite websites - Your WIFI - Your Instagram profile - Your companies profile - Your Tik Tok profile - Your Facebook profile - Your Facebook page Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoy the app!

Screenshots

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

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: The QR Code Reader & Generator at 65 against QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan's 10. The QR Code Reader & Generator also leads on iOS requirement (11.2 vs 15.0). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and The QR Code Reader & Generator sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan against 4.8 for The QR Code Reader & Generator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The QR Code Reader & Generator has 65 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan ships an update fortnightly, The QR Code Reader & Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan versus The QR Code Reader & Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQR Code Reader + Barcode ScanThe QR Code Reader & Generator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (10 ratings) — better4.8 (65 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1065 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAli UralAfter Dark Apps

Customer experience

QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

The QR Code Reader & Generator

All ratings65 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral4.6%
Negative3.1%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan

Subscriptions6
  • All Access Monthly$2.991 Month
  • All Access Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • Three Monthly Subscription$29.993 Months
  • All Access Yearly$59.991 Year
  • All Access Yearly3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$39.99
9 purchases

The QR Code Reader & Generator

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Version - Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Pro Version - Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro Version - Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Pro Version - Yearly3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time5
  • Pro - Unlock all features2 variants$3.99
  • Pro - Unlock all features$7.99
  • Pro - Unlock all features$12.99
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  • Pro - Unlock all features$49.99
  • Pro - Unlock all features$59.99

Questions

Is QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan free?
QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The QR Code Reader & Generator free?
The QR Code Reader & Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan or The QR Code Reader & Generator?
QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan is rated higher. QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan averages 4.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while The QR Code Reader & Generator averages 4.8 from 65 ratings.
Do QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan or The QR Code Reader & Generator have ads?
Both QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan and The QR Code Reader & Generator show ads.
Which is updated more often, QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan or The QR Code Reader & Generator?
QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan ships an update fortnightly, and The QR Code Reader & Generator monthly. Most recently, QR Code Reader + Barcode Scan was updated on September 17, 2026 and The QR Code Reader & Generator on September 18, 2026.

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