# Super QR Code Reader vs Super CodeReader

The clearest difference is rating: Super CodeReader at 5.0 against Super QR Code Reader's 4.4. Super CodeReader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). Super QR Code Reader's advantage is ratings volume (63 vs 1). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super QR Code Reader sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Super CodeReader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Super CodeReader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super QR Code Reader has 63 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Super QR Code Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, Super CodeReader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Super QR Code Reader | Super CodeReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-qr-code-reader/id1555752419/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-codereader/id6654904267/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **63** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [David Serrano Canales](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544987496) | [Shenzhen Gaocang Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1574289938) |

## What reviewers say

### Super QR Code Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-qr-code-reader/id1555752419)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium | $7.49 | per month |
| Premium | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium | $11.99 | per year |
| Premium | $12.99 | per year |
| Premium | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $36.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $8.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $34.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


### Super CodeReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-codereader/id6654904267)

This utility app allows you to scan a wide variety of common barcode and QR code formats. It offers features like flashlight and zoom for better scanning, and can perform relevant actions based on scanned data. You can also create your own codes and export scan history.

**Highlights:** Scan all common barcode and QR code formats, Flashlight and zoom for enhanced scanning, Perform relevant actions from scanned data, Scan codes from images, Create QR codes and barcodes, Scan history and export options

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Super QR Code Reader free?

Super QR Code Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Super CodeReader free?

Super CodeReader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Super QR Code Reader or Super CodeReader?

Super CodeReader is rated higher. Super QR Code Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while Super CodeReader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Super QR Code Reader or Super CodeReader have ads?

Super QR Code Reader shows ads; Super CodeReader does not.

### Which is updated more often, Super QR Code Reader or Super CodeReader?

Super QR Code Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, and Super CodeReader fortnightly. Most recently, Super QR Code Reader was updated on September 9, 2026 and Super CodeReader on September 13, 2026.

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