Comparison

Smart QR & Barcode Reader vs Better Barcodes

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

Head to head
About

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

Instantly scan and generate various QR and barcode formats. Save scan history, share codes, and create custom codes for WiFi, contacts, URLs, and more. Offers on-device scanning for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning
  • Barcode scanning
  • QR code generation
  • WiFi sharing codes
  • Contact QR codes
  • Scan history
  • On-device scanning
Features
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Smart QR & Barcode Reader: The All-in-One Scanner and Generator Smart QR scans every QR code and barcode in a snap. Generate codes for WiFi, contacts, URLs, menus and more. Save scan history, share instantly and keep your codes organized in one fast, secure app. HOW IT WORKS 1. Point your camera or pick a photo from your library. 2. Smart QR decodes instantly and shows the result. 3. Save it to history, share with one tap or generate your own QR. KEY FEATURES QR Code Scanning Aim and scan any QR code with your camera. Decoding is instant. Works on screens, posters, packaging, receipts and printed materials. Auto-focus and low-light support included. Barcode Scanning Read every product barcode format. EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, ISBN, Code 128, Code 39, ITF and PDF417 are all supported. Perfect for shopping, inventory checks, price comparisons and library lookups. QR Code Generator Create custom QR codes for websites, contacts, WiFi, email, phone numbers and plain text. Pick a design, save it to your device and share with a single tap. WiFi Sharing Generate a WiFi QR code so guests can join your network with a single scan. No more typing long passwords. vCard Contact QR Make a contact card QR. Anyone who scans saves your details to their address book instantly. URL and Website QR Direct people to your link, profile or landing page with one scan. Great for business cards, event flyers and product packaging. Phone and Message QR Pre-filled call or SMS QR codes for fast contact. Tap to dial, no typing required. Email and FaceTime QR Codes that draft emails or start FaceTime calls in one tap. Static Text QR Share notes, instructions, recipes or any text via QR. Decodes offline. App Store Link QR Promote your app with a QR that opens its App Store page directly. Social Media QR Profile QRs for Instagram, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and more. Grow your following with one scan. Scan History and Backup Every scan is saved and searchable. Filter by type, copy, share or revisit any code at any time. Camera and Photo Library Scan Scan live with your camera or import a QR or barcode from your photo library. Both ways supported. Privacy First On-device scanning. No tracking, no ads, no data leaks. Your scans stay yours. WHY SMART QR - 12 QR and barcode formats, from EAN and UPC to PDF417 and Aztec - Camera and photo library scanning in one app - Native code generator with custom design - Full scan history with backup and search - Free to use, premium unlocks pro features SUBSCRIPTION Smart QR is free to download and use. Scanning is always free and the app shows no ads. Premium unlocks unlimited scan history (free keeps the last 5), scanning from your photo library, the WiFi, website, vCard, event, location and social code types, and the premium designs. Your iTunes account is charged for the subscription renewal 24 hours before the current period ends. The subscription auto-renews at the same price unless you turn off auto-renew. You can manage and cancel any time in your iTunes account settings. Any unused free trial period (if offered) is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://click2.app/smart-qr-terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://click2.app/smart-qr-privacy-policy

About

Better Barcodes

This app allows users to scan and create barcodes in batches, with options to save and export data. It supports various barcode formats and integrates with other applications for convenience.

Highlights
  • Batch scanning of multiple barcodes
  • Quick scan with automatic clipboard copy
  • Scan barcodes from images
  • Create barcodes in popular formats
  • Batch export of barcode data
  • QR code templates for VCard, SMS, Email
  • Save barcode images
Features
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Better Barcodes is a powerful, modern barcode scanning and creation tool for iPhone. * Batch Scan - Scan multiple barcodes at once and store them in convenient sets. * Quick Scan - The last barcode scanned is automatically on the clipboard, ready for use. * Scan from images - Scan any image on your phone via the share menu * Batch Create - Create new barcodes in 10 of the most popular barcode formats. * Batch Export -Share lists of scanned or created barcode data as text lists or to your favorite spreadsheet App. * QR Code Templates - Read & Create QR Code formats like VCard, SMS and Email, including convenient integration with Contacts, Messages and Mail. * Save Barcode Images - Save high-resolution barcode images individually or in batches for use in your projects. Pro features are available via a one-time in-app purchase Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://poplar.farm/better-barcodes-privacy

Screenshots

Smart QR & Barcode Reader4 screens
Better Barcodes3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Better Barcodes at none against Smart QR & Barcode Reader's shown. Better Barcodes also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Smart QR & Barcode Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (17 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Smart QR & Barcode Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Better Barcodes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart QR & Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 months, Better Barcodes every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smart QR & Barcode Reader versus Better Barcodes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart QR & Barcode ReaderBetter Barcodes
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMustafa Kenan AtmacaPoplar Farm Software Ltd

Customer experience

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Better Barcodes

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Smart QR & Barcode Reader

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$39.991 Year
1 purchases

Better Barcodes

One-time1
  • Pro Version$3.99

Questions

Is Smart QR & Barcode Reader free?
Smart QR & Barcode Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Better Barcodes free?
Better Barcodes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smart QR & Barcode Reader or Better Barcodes have ads?
Smart QR & Barcode Reader shows ads; Better Barcodes does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart QR & Barcode Reader or Better Barcodes?
Smart QR & Barcode Reader ships an update every 2 months, and Better Barcodes every 2 weeks. Most recently, Smart QR & Barcode Reader was updated on September 29, 2026 and Better Barcodes on September 30, 2026.

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