Comparison

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro vs QRReader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

Scan and generate barcodes and QR codes with ease. This app supports batch operations, inventory management, and exporting data in various formats. Create custom codes and manage your scanned history efficiently.

Highlights
  • Fast barcode and QR code scanning
  • Batch scanning and generation
  • Inventory management and counting
  • Store and manage scanned codes
  • Create custom barcodes/QR codes
  • Export data to PDF and Excel
Features
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The barcode scanner automatically focuses on scanning codes, with fast recognition speed and fast scanning of various barcodes and QR codes; Support batch scanning and generation of barcodes and QR codes, and export them in PDF and Excel formats, Convenient inventory management, automatic counting, and a great tool for inventorying items; Make your barcode scanning easy and enjoyable from now on. Functional features: 1. Store and manage all scanned barcodes, making it easy for you to search and backup; 2. Create and generate barcodes and QR codes with just one click, and support DIY style modification to create exquisite barcodes/QR codes; 3. Support batch generation of barcodes and QR codes, quickly exporting them to image and PDF formats for easy printing; 4. Automatically generate historical scans and generate list records, and support filtering and exporting Excel functions for easy searching and data processing; 【 VIP Member Subscription Instructions 】 You can subscribe to receive membership benefits for the barcode scanner app. Once the purchase is confirmed, the payment will be directly deducted from the iTunes account During the subscription period, you can try out all benefits Subscription will automatically renew for the same price and period (month) as before, unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period The renewal fee will be deducted from your account within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period based on the period you have selected After purchase, users can manage subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal in their account settings. During the valid subscription period, the current subscription cannot be cancelled You can unsubscribe during the free trial period through the subscription settings of your iTunes account. Please make sure to complete it 24 hours before the subscription ends to avoid being charged. For more information, please go to: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 “ You can turn off automatic renewal through iTunes account settings, but you cannot cancel the current subscription during the valid subscription period. Any unused parts during the free trial period will be invalidated after the trial period expires. Please refer to the following link for service terms and privacy policy: Privacy Policy: https://www.ezcodes.cn/agreement/app_privacy_hw.html Terms of Use: https://www.ezcodes.cn/agreement/app_agreement_hw.html

About

QRReader

Easily scan QR codes and barcodes to quickly access information. Create and share your own QR codes, and archive your scan history. An optional premium upgrade unlocks all features and future updates.

Highlights
  • QR Code Scanner
  • Barcode Scanner
  • Create QR Codes
  • Share QR Codes
  • Auto Scan
  • CSV Export
  • Scan History Archive
Features
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Welcome to QR Reader, the most simple & easy QR Reader - download now for FREE! With powerful features : - QR Code Scanner - Create your own QR Codes - Barcode Scanner - Share QR Codes - Auto Scan - CSV Export Scan any QR code and get the information you need fast! Create and share QR Codes for yourself and friends! Archive and save all QR Codes you have ever scanned or created. Upgrade to QR Reader Plus for exclusive features: ◎ Unlock all features and enjoy future updates by becoming a QR Reader Plus member. ◎ Choose between weekly,monthly or annual subscriptions, with payment charged to your iTunes account. Auto-renewal will be enabled and charged within 24 hours before the end of each subscription period. You can manage auto-renewal settings by going to "Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions" on your device. ◎ Alternatively, make a one-time purchase for lifetime access to QR Reader Plus, including all future updates. Terms of Service: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/941770d9-281c-49ed-bff1-bcb5d690c5b5 Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/13281677-6b08-4d9e-87d4-0501441a9bd0

Screenshots

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro4 screens
QRReader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QRReader at 3.6 against Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's 3.0. QRReader also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, 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. Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and QRReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QRReader holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of QRReader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, QRReader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro versus QRReader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarcode & QR Code Scanners ProQRReader
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings)3.6 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings45 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB37 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWuhan Yima Network Technology Co., Ltd上海聚鹏科技有限公司

Customer experience

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

QRReader

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • 包季会员$4.993 Months
  • 包半年会员$9.996 Months
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  • Yearly Subscription$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • 永久VIP$89.99
4 purchases

QRReader

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Membership7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Membership$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Membership$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime premium membership$39.99

Questions

Is Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro free?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QRReader free?
QRReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro or QRReader?
QRReader is rated higher. Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while QRReader averages 3.6 from 5 ratings.
Do Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro or QRReader have ads?
Both Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro and QRReader show ads.
Which is updated more often, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro or QRReader?
Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and QRReader fortnightly. Most recently, Barcode & QR Code Scanners Pro was updated on October 23, 2026 and QRReader on October 24, 2026.

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