Super QR Code Reader vs ScanBar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Super QR Code Reader
Easily scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera or from images. This app also functions as a generator, allowing you to create custom QR codes and barcodes. All scanned and generated codes are saved in a history for easy access and management.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes with camera
- Scan codes from images
- Generate custom QR codes and barcodes
- Execute actions from scanned codes
- History of scanned and generated codes
- Customize app appearance and behavior
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Super QR Code Reader is a QR code scanner and barcode reader that will allow you to read any code you find using your device's camera or by scanning an image. In addition, this application is also a free QR code generator and barcode generator, so you can create your own personalized QR codes and barcodes with the data you enter. Features: - Scan QR codes and barcodes with your device's camera - Execute the correct action after scanning with the barcode reader: open websites, connect to WiFi networks... - Read codes by scanning images of your device - QR creator: create QR codes and barcodes - Keep track of all codes read and created in the History section - Customize the look and behavior of the app > What steps do I have to follow to scan a code with the free QR scanner? When you find a QR code or barcode and want to scan it to view its contents with the QR scanner, all you have to do is open the app and point your device's rear camera at the code. The reader feature will detect it and the details of it will automatically be shown to you. From there you can perform the appropriate action on the code depending on its type, for example opening a website or connecting to a WiFi network, as well as being able to view other details of the code. > I have a code within an image, can this app scan it? Yeah! This free barcode scanner app allows you to perform a scan of any image file you have saved on your device. To do this, go to the image scanning tab, press the scan button and a selector will open where you can choose the image to scan. The QR reader feature will try to detect QR codes or barcodes and show you the same information screen that would be shown if you had scanned the code with your device's camera. > Is this app also a QR code creator? Of course! Super QR Code Reader is not only a scanner app for reading and detecting QR codes, it also has a QR maker function. To use it as a QR code creator, go to the creation tab where you will see all the different types of QR codes that you can generate. Once the data is entered, the barcode generator function will create the code. Then, this code will be stored in your history section, where you can view it, execute your action, or share it. > Will the codes I have read with the QR reader or created with the QR code creator be saved? Of course. You can go to the History section at any time where you can review all the codes you have read with the barcode reader, either through your device's camera or by scanning an image file. In this same section you can also find the codes generated by you. In addition, you will have complete control over this section, you will not only be able to recover previous codes, but also delete them if you do not need them. Additionally, you can disable the save codes option in this section if you don't need it to save space. In short, Super QR Code Reader is your all-terrain tool that will allow you to read any type of code, whether QR or barcode, to be able to see its details and be able to take the correct action on it. In addition, it will also help you create your own codes. Download now and get this utility for all your code scanning needs!
ScanBar
This app transforms your device into a versatile scanner for barcodes and QR codes. Easily track product prices, save scanned information like links and Wi-Fi details, and generate your own QR codes. It prioritizes user privacy with iCloud backup and no data collection.
- Barcode scanning and price tracking
- QR code scanning and saving
- QR code generation
- Personal product database
- iCloud backup
- Privacy-focused data handling
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ScanBar turns your iPhone and iPad into a powerful barcode and QR code scanner — built for everyday life. Scan any barcode to save products, track prices, and compare where you shop. Scan QR codes to instantly access links, texts, Wi-Fi networks, and more — then save them for later. No more losing that coupon code or forgetting which store had the best price. BARCODE SCANNER & PRICE TRACKER - Scan product barcodes and save them with prices - Add the store or market where you bought each item - Compare prices across different stores at a glance - Build your personal product and grocery database QR CODE READER & SAVER - Scan QR codes instantly — links, text, Wi-Fi, contacts, and more - Save your scans and access them anytime - No need to rush — scan now, open later QR CODE GENERATOR - Create your own QR codes from links, text, or contacts - Share them with anyone, instantly BUILT FOR YOUR PRIVACY - iCloud backup keeps your data synced across all your devices - No data collected — your scans stay yours - Lightweight and fast — under 6 MB FREE TO USE - Unlimited barcode and QR code scanning - Save up to 3 QR codes, 3 products, and 2 stores - Create up to 2 QR codes - Upgrade to ScanBar Pro for unlimited everything Whether you're comparing grocery prices, saving discount coupons, or capturing QR codes on the go — ScanBar is the only scanner you need.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: ScanBar at none against Super QR Code Reader's shown. ScanBar also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4). Super QR Code Reader's advantage is ratings volume (63 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Super QR Code Reader sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ScanBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ScanBar holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super QR Code Reader has 63 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Super QR Code Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, ScanBar every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Super QR Code Reader | ScanBar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (63 ratings) | 4.7 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 63 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | David Serrano Canales | Raphael Monteiro |
Customer experience
Super QR Code Reader
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In-app purchases
Super QR Code Reader
- Premium monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium$2.991 Month
- Premium$3.991 Month
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- Premium$5.991 Month
- Premium$7.491 Month
- Premium7 Days trial$8.991 Year
- Premium$11.991 Year
- Premium7 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Premium1 Month trial$17.991 Year
- Premium7 Days trial$17.991 Year
- Premium annual1 Month trial$19.991 Year
- Premium1 Month trial$36.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$2.99
- Premium Lifetime$3.99
- Premium Lifetime$8.99
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- Premium Lifetime$24.99
- Premium$34.99
- Premium Lifetime$59.99
- Premium Lifetime$99.99
ScanBar
- BarScan Scanner Pro$1.99
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